Dutch clubs make continental strides in European competition.
Feyenoord reach Europa League final, while PSV, Club Brugge reach UCL round of 16
Defeating Marseille and Rangers respectively, Feyenoord and PSV secured Europa League and Champions League milestones.
Two Dutch teams have made significant strides in European competition this season.
Feyenoord reached the UEFA Europa League final after defeating Marseille in the semifinals of the competition. The Dutch club will now face Roma in the final on May 25.
PSV also reached the round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League, the first Dutch team to reach the knockout rounds of the competition since 2018.
Club Brugge also reached the competition's round of 16, the first Belgian team to do so since 2016.
Feyenoord's success in the Europa League is particularly notable, as the club has not won a major European trophy since 1974.
The success of Dutch clubs in European competition this season is a testament to the strength of the Eredivisie, the Dutch top flight.
The Eredivisie is consistently ranked among the top 10 leagues in Europe, and its clubs have a strong track record of success in European competition.
In recent years, Dutch clubs have won the Europa League, the UEFA Super Cup, and the UEFA Champions League.
The success of Dutch clubs in European competition is also a boost for the Netherlands national team.
The Netherlands national team is currently ranked ninth in the FIFA World Rankings and is considered one of the favorites to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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