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Memphis Depay gives his verdict on Netherlands’s World Cup clash with Argentina

Memphis Depay has given his verdict on the Netherlands’ World Cup quarter-final clash against Argentina and thinks it might come down to a moment of magic.

The two teams face off on Friday with Barcelona duo Memphis and Frenkie de Jong eyeing a semi-final spot in Qatar.

Depay is expecting a close game and admitted it could be decided by just one piece of brilliance, like Dennis Bergkamp’s stunning quarter-final winner at the 1998 World Cup.

“(Bergkamp’s goal) was an amazing moment for the country, and what a goal,” Depay said.

“This game will be decided by moments.