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Dutch superfan promoted to captain by Robin van Persie

There was only one man who deserved Robin Van Persie’s captains armband following the Dutch win over Brazil.

by Zach Woosley
Laurence Griffiths

Following the Netherlands 3-0 win over Brazil in the World Cup third place match, there was only one fan who deserved to take home the captain's armband worn by Robin van Persie.

A unique souvenir and a kiss on the hand for one of the top strikers in the world? Not a bad way to finish your trip to Brazil

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