Ronald Koeman defends substitutions after Netherlands draw with Japan
Koeman switched to a back-five and made five substitutions after Summerville put them ahead. He explained that Ake was withdrawn due to poor pressing on the wings.
The Dutch coach felt his side defended well but suffered an unfortunate equalizer.
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