AMSTERDAM
Christian Eriksen has said he is proud to show he can still still compete at a high level despite suffering a cardiac arrest last summer at Euro 2020, which sidelined him for an extended period.
Eriksen made his Denmark return on Saturday, scoring with his first touch less than two minutes after coming on as a substitute, while creating numerous other chances.
Describing the comeback as “perfect”, the Brentford playmaker indicated that he feels comfortable back with his international team-mates and is ready to help at the 2022 World Cup.
“I was pleased to show I can still play,” Eriksen told Dutch TV. “It feels like I’ve never been away from the team. It was a bit emotional to be back in the national team but I’ve hardly missed any games over the last 10 years so I’m like part of the family.”
Speaking to Sky Sports, Eriksen added: “I felt very welcome [by the Netherlands fans]. I’ve been here before [for Ajax] for many years so of course they know me, but it was a very heart-warming reception for sure.
“I was happy the ball came to me and of course, it was a lovely finish. To start the comeback in international football like this was the perfect way.
“I’m looking forward to playing at the Qatar World Cup but there are a lot of games in between and I’m focused on them.”
