Bergwijn dismisses Koeman snub with impressive Al Ittihad debut: See for yourself before making judgments

He later showered praise on the home fans, marveling at their unwavering support: "What they do is incredible. They cheer relentlessly for ninety minutes. I truly feel at home here."

"Thank you for including me in your family. Before I came, I tried to listen to the songs. I don't understand the language, but I watch the fans on YouTube and that's great."

Asked about the criticism he's received from Holland coach Ronald Koeman, Bergwijn added: “Maybe he should come and have a look first and only then talk.”