Reijnders on Saudi Arabia level: 'Watch a match yourself'

Reijnders defended Saudi Pro League's quality ahead of Nations League duty, inviting critics to watch matches themselves on streaming platforms.

Tijjani Reijnders fielded questions about the Saudi Pro League's standard at a press conference ahead of the Netherlands' Nations League match against Greece. The Al-Qadsiah midfielder, who joined the Saudi club from Manchester City last summer, deflected criticism by suggesting people form their own opinions.

"The matches are also visible in the Netherlands," Reijnders said, referring to the KIJK streaming platform. "Judge for yourself, watch for yourself. I think that's best." He ranked the Premier League as the highest level, followed by Italy and then Saudi Arabia, but maintained that viewers should make their own assessment. "Watch one of my matches and enjoy," he added with a wink.

The Netherlands resumes Nations League action on Friday against Greece at 20:45 local time, followed by an away fixture against Germany on Monday at the same time.