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Sneijder plays down Netherlands appearance record: I just want to beat Luxembourg

With an appearance on Friday, the Galatasaray midfielder will make history for his country, but he insists he just wants three points

Wesley Sneijder will become Netherlands' most-capped player against Luxembourg on Friday, but he says the record is "not important".

Oranje boss Dick Advocaat has already confirmed Sneijder will be in the starting line-up for the World Cup qualifier in Rotterdam, ensuring he will move past Edwin van der Sar with his 131st appearance for his country.

However, with Netherlands fourth in Group A and six points adrift of leaders France, Sneijder is only thinking about helping the team claim an important three points.