Virgil van Dijk celebrated the long path he and Andrew Robertson have travelled together from Scottish football to captaining their countries with a post-match Instagram tribute.
The occasion was marked by the Netherlands’ 4-0 victory over Scotland, a match that saw former Celtic defender van Dijk and ex-Dundee United player Robertson, now teammates at Liverpool, captaining their respective national teams.
Van Dijk’s Instagram post featured a comparative snapshot — one photo capturing a moment from their early careers in Scotland, with van Dijk in Celtic colours and Robertson representing Dundee United, and a more recent photo from Friday night’s international fixture. The caption, “We’ve come a long way brother,” succinctly but powerfully encapsulates their journey from the Scottish Premiership to becoming integral parts of one of the world’s most renowned clubs, Liverpool, and leading their national teams on the international stage.
This gesture highlights not only the personal growth and professional development both players have experienced but also the deep bond formed through shared experiences in football. From competing in the Scottish leagues to achieving Champions League glory together, van Dijk and Robertson’s paths symbolise the dreams and aspirations of countless young footballers.
