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Thrilling Match in Almelo: AZ Alkmaar Takes the Victory Against Heracles
Almelo, Netherlands – In a hard-fought match at the Asito Stadion, AZ Alkmaar defeated Heracles in a vibrant game corresponding to the fifth matchday of the Eredivisie. The match, refereed by Bas Nijhuis, was marked by intensity and numerous scoring opportunities on both sides.
AZ Alkmaar opened the scoring early in the 9th minute thanks to a goal by Penetra, although this same player received a yellow card just two minutes later. Heracles reacted and found the equalizer in the 29th minute with a goal by D. Mirani, assisted by B. Limbombe. The first half was dotted with cards, with D. Kasius of AZ Alkmaar also being booked.
In the second half, M. de Wit of AZ Alkmaar saw the yellow card. The match continued very contested and with high rhythm. In the 77th minute, M. Meerdink restored the lead to AZ Alkmaar with a goal assisted by K. Smit. The end of the match was full of tension, with yellow cards for J. Clasie and A. Hrustic. L. Zeefuik was also cautioned in added time.
Despite having 52% possession and taking 19 shots, Heracles failed to capitalize on their territorial dominance. AZ Alkmaar, with 48% possession and 25 shots, was more effective in front of the opponent’s goal. The match ended with a victory for AZ Alkmaar, who demonstrated greater striking power in the key moments.
Substitutions az alkmaar: at minute 69 Weslley Patati came in and I. Jensen went out., at minute 69 R. Daal came in and I. Sadiq went out., at minute 79 S. Mijnans came in and M. Sin went out., at minute 84 K. Smit came in and P. Koopmeiners went out., at minute 84 M. Meerdink came in and L. Zeefuik went out.
Substitutions heracles: at minute 70 Y. Borges Sanches came in and M. Engels went out., at minute 70 T. Bruns came in and T. van Gilst went out., at minute 83 A. Hrustic came in and J. Zamburek went out., at minute 83 B. Limbombe came in and L. Kulenovic went out., at minute 84 D. van der Kust came in and W. Ould Chikh went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Heracles
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AZ Alkmaar
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