We live in the internet era where everyone has an opinion. So imagine the storm when Dutch star Memphis Depay took to the field with a headband screaming “Who Cares”. Yeah, without the question mark. Fans worldwide have scoured the internet to find the meaning behind the message. Well, while you’d think there is a deep meaning behind the words, the message is hidden in plain sight.

Depay found himself in media crosshair earlier this month after the Dutchman was spotted wearing a headband during the Netherland’s friendly against Canada. Fans and experts did not like the new look, as many criticized the player for butchering a good hairstyle by hiding it with a headband. As audacious as it sounds, it wasn’t surprising to see the player clap back at the critics.

Memphis Depay defended his look ahead of the opening Euro 2024 clash against Poland. The 30-year-old stated, “The previous match I made twenty minutes for the press in the mixed zone. And I have had no questions about it. Who cares? Who cares? It looks great on me and helps me sweat. My girlfriend likes that sweatband. Amazing, right? It’s a new look and I feel good about it. I’m already thinking about what color I’m going to wear in Germany.”

Well, it seems words weren’t enough for the player to convert his message as he rocked up to the Poland game with a similar headband. The only catch; this time the headband had “Who Cares” scribbled on the back. I mean, for how people have reacted to his hairstyle, we probably can’t blame the player for not having a leg to stand on.

Ronald Koeman comments on Memphis Depay’s controversial act

If Memphis Depay’s short but sweet explanation wasn’t enough, reporters tried interrogating Dutch head Ronald Koeman over his player’s new look. However, the manager had none of it, as he claimed he didn’t even see the headband. Carlos Sainz would be proud of that smooth operation from the Dutchman.

The Netherlands head coach stated, “I didn’t even see it at first. I only noticed the headband just before the game when we went outside. I’ll have to sleep on it for a night.”

For all it’s worth, players will appreciate if fans can focus on the team’s performance on the field rather than what they wear to work. See, Memphis Depay is not the first player to rock up to the field with a headband, nor will he be the last. The player will be focused on giving his best on the field, as the Flying Dutchmen take on France later tonight with a place in the knockouts up for grabs.