Rotterdam, Netherlands – Feyenoord secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over FC Twenteat De Kuip on Sunday, climbing to fifth place in the Eredivisie table. The win came after a midweek Champions League clash against Girona, showcasing Feyenoord’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
The Rotterdammers dominated the first half, taking the lead in the 28th minute through a well-placed header from Ayase Ueda. The goal was a result of a beautiful combination play, with Hwang In-Beom threading a pass to Hugo Bueno, who delivered a pinpoint cross into the box.
Feyenoord doubled their leadshortly before halftime, capitalizing on a mistake by Twente goalkeeper Lars Unnerstal. The goalkeeper’s long ball was intercepted by Ibrahim Osman, leading to a deflected pass that found Hwang In-Beom on the edge of the area.The South Korean midfielder calmly slotted the ball into the bottom corner.
Despite Twente’s efforts to claw their way back into the game, Feyenoord held onto their lead for the majority of the second half. However, the visitors finally found the back of the net in the 79th minute through Sem Steijn,who unleashed an unstoppable shot from close range.
The goal injected life into Twente, who pressed for an equalizer in the final stages of the match. However, Feyenoord’s defense held firm, securing a crucial three points.
The victory sees Feyenoord leapfrog Go Ahead Eagles into fifth place,with a game in hand against rivals Ajax still to be played. Twente, meanwhile, remain in fourth place, one point ahead of their Rotterdam counterparts.
Key Takeaways:
- Feyenoord’s resilience: The victory against Twente demonstrates Feyenoord’s ability to perform at a high leveldespite a busy schedule. Their performance against Girona in the Champions League, followed by this win, highlights their depth and commitment.
- Hwang In-Beom’s influence: The South Korean midfielder continues to be a key player for Feyenoord, contributing both goals and assists. His performance against Twente wascrucial to the team’s success.
- Twente’s fightback: Despite the loss, Twente showed their fighting spirit, particularly in the second half. Their ability to score a goal and create chances in the final stages of the match is a positive sign for the future.
Looking ahead:
Feyenoord will be looking to build on this victory when they face Ajax in the highly anticipated De Klassieker later this month. Twente, on the other hand, will be aiming to bounce back against RKC Waalwijk after the international break.
References:
- NL Times: Feyenoord beat FCTwente 2-1 to climb to fifth in the Eredivisie table (https://www.nltimes.nl/news/2024/10/06/feyenoord-beat-fc-twente-2-1-climb-fifth-eredivisie-table)
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