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This is Rike, the most wonderful woman of Oranje captain Virgil

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Virgil, you are a man after our heart. What can we say about you? Our captain of this European Championship. And not only a star on the field, it seems, because you also have success in your private life: with a beautiful wife and lovely children. What a wealth.

And those euros you earn with your top sport definitely can't compare.

For those dreaming of a one-on-one with our captain: unfortunately. Virgil is happily married to Rike Nooitgedagt since the summer of 2017. They met at a young age when our Oranje captain just started his career at FC Groningen. They now have two daughters, Nila and Jadi.

Rike Nooitgedagt has a background in the fashion industry and previously worked as a fashion saleswoman. However, she decided to give up her career to support Virgil in his football career when he moved abroad to play for various clubs. Rike is known for her support and dedication to her family and is often seen at important football matches of Virgil van Dijk. They are a real team.

Virgil said earlier: ‘All in all, I am an ordinary guy who loves his family, like everyone. We love to relax, unwind, and have fun together.’ Rike prefers to stay out of the spotlight, which is why not much is known about her. And somewhere we find that pretty cool. Come on Virgil, on to the European Championship final. You have our support.