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Oranje and The Blue Wave under one roof. Jantien and Giovanni couldn't be happier: 'We're actually already champions'

Oranje and The Blue Wave under one roof. Jantien and Giovanni couldn't be happier: 'We're actually already champions'

Jantien van Zutphen and her husband Giovanni have decorated their home in Beverwijk with both Dutch and Curaçao flags to celebrate the World Cup. The couple, who have been married for 32 years, are using the decorations to represent their dual heritage and shared excitement for the tournament.

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