Group 5: Dutch canter through
Friday, November 30, 2001
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The Netherlands have progressed to the UEFA European Under-17 Championship final round.
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The Netherlands have progressed to the UEFA European Under-17 Championship final round after winning qualifying Group Five at a canter.
Thumping win
In the mini-tournament in Liechtenstein De Oranje opened their campaign with a 3-0 victory against the hosts and secured qualification with a 5-0 thumping of Belarus in their second game.
Dutch hero
Collins John was the Dutch hero, scoring once in the opening game and twice in the second match. Meanwhile, the other game in the mini- tournament saw the Belarussians beat Liechtenstein 2-1 to take second place. Yury Kistsen’s 63rd-minute winner proved decisive for the visitors.