He continues:
"They are all world class and this occasion will probably bring out the best in them.
"Ruud has proved his pedigree at club level, but has not had the chance to show his credentials on the biggest international stages. However, Stam says Ruud is ready to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow Premiership striker Henry, and Real Madrid's Zizou.
"Zidane and Henry have done it before at major tournaments but this will be Ruud's first real taste of it and I expect it to bring the best out of him too. For the Netherlands' sake, I really hope it does."