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'The year is 2022 and Vincent Janssen is starting a World Cup match': Social media left baffled as the former Tottenham flop is named as a starter for the Netherlands in their opener against Senegal

Fans are left in shock as former Tottenham Hotspur flop Vincent Janssen is named in Netherlands starting line-up for their 2022 World Cup opener against Senegal.

The 28-year-old striker was a surprise inclusion for Louis van Gaal's side when their team news was announced ahead of the match.

The Antwerp striker was picked ahead of the likes of Memphis Depay, Luuk de Jong, Noa Lang, and Wout Weghorst up front.

Former Tottenham Hotspur flop Vincent Janssen (right) is in the starting line-up for Holland
The 28-year-old striker was a surprise inclusion for Louis van Gaal's side to face Senegal

Fans have taken to social medias, as they can't quite believe the decision to start the striker ahead of other choices in the squad.