Several Dutch players are battling flu symptoms ahead of their round of 16 World Cup match against the United States.
. Several players are battling flu symptoms, Dutch manager Louis van Gaal revealed on Friday.
All 26 members of the squad had light training on Friday, but Van Gaal admitted he's fearful that the illness could spread. He didn't reveal which players -- or how many players -- were feeling sick.."But if it goes around in the group, it is worrying."I gave them a day of rest. With this group, they communicate that to me. I listen to my players."
Van Gaal later added that"in principle, everyone is fit and available," but the concern remains. Even though the team did train Friday, they didn't play their usual scrimmage between starters and reserves -- which could suggest that at least five players were affected badly enough to sit out.
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