Van Persie returns to Netherlands squad for qualifiers

Robin van Persie has returned to Netherlands' full squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against France and Bulgaria.

The Fenerbahce forward last played for his country in October 2015, but - with Dick Advocaat's side at risk of missing out on the finals - he has been recalled for a key double-header, making the final cut after being included in a preliminary selection.

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