Ruud van Nistelrooy has hailed the impact made by Marco van Basten ever since he was appointed as head coach of the Holland team.

"Once he came, a revolution took place," van Nistelrooy told Sky Sports.

"80 percent of the team was older, now 80 percent are youngsters he's brought in but quality wise I think they're very good.

"Maudro is a very young player but very very mature in his play and in his game, he has many more talents that impress me every time in training."

Ruud is confident of their progression in the World Cup but the dutch striker wants a good start to their campaign.

"They're three fantastic teams we have to face in the group phase so already there's no easy games," he added.

"We can't afford to slip up or start slowly so we want to prepare for a flying start because we have to.

"Playing in Germany, which is right beside Holland means we will be the best supported team after Germany."

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