As the Netherlands players celebrated the goal that would confirm their place in the quarter-finals, Virgil van Dijk made a beeline for midfielder Marten de Roon.
The Liverpool star is captaining Louis van Gaal's side at this World Cup as they seek to win the competition for the first time ever. Van Dijk eased through the first-half from the centre of defence, helping the Dutch to hold off their opponents despite the United States having the majority of the ball.
While he made his expected contribution in terms of tackles, interceptions and clearances, Van Dijk also played a key leadership role. Goals from Memphis Depay, Daley Blind and Denzel Dumfries were enough for the Netherlands to progress, but Van Dijk moved to calm his team-mates as they celebrated Blind's crucial strike.
