Jan Paul van Hecke
BrightonCB
Back Line Anchor
Jun 8, 2000 (26)
Right
6'2"
174 lb
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Physical display against Morocco
Van Hecke recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 (4-3) penalty shootout loss against Morocco.
Analysis: Van Hecke left it all out on the line for the Dutch this tournament, as the defender received a black eye earlier in the group stage before walking away with a bleeding head on Monday. This would follow suit with his efforts in the defense, as he would record two interceptions, two clearances and four tackles as he did his best to subdue Morocco. The defender walks away from the 2026 World Cup with his first international goal with the Dutch while starting in all four games, registering four interceptions, nine tackles and 19 clearances in the defense.
Scores in Tunisia game
Van Hecke scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), six clearances and two tackles (one won) in Thursday's 3-1 victory against Tunisia.
Analysis: Van Hecke bagged the final goal of the game with a header on a corner that was heavily deflected by an opponent just in front of the line, but not enough to turn it into a own goal. He was on point in the back, but the Netherlands conceded again. He has tallied at least five clearances, amassing 17, and one tackle, totaling five (two won) in the first three tilts, adding two blocks and two interceptions during that stretch.
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