It is incredible to think that the Netherlands' only trophy at international level was the European Championship of 1988.
Since then the Dutch have come very close to adding a second title to their criminally-sparse cabinet, but they have always come up painfully short.
With a wealth of attacking options and some notorious steel in the midfield, could this be their year to triumph?
Group: B
Bert van Marwijk: The 60-year-old former international nearly wrote himself into Dutch folklore when he guided the team to the 2010 World Cup final. Although it wasn't to be in South Africa, he has a great chance to make amends this time around.
Players to watch:
Nigel de Jong: After an infamous appearance in the World Cup final, the Manchester City hardman will provide a fear factor in the centre of the park.
Robin van Persie: With an incredible season in the Premier League for Arsenal under his belt, Van Persie is sure to be amongst the goals in Poland and Ukraine.
Klaas-Jan Huntelaar: Having enjoyed a successful campaign with Schalke, the wily 28-year-old will pose a threat to defences across the tournament.
Previous best: Winners 1988
Sports Mole says: Semi-finals
Jack Prescott
