Willem II edge out Almere City FC in a thrilling encounter
Almere, Netherlands – Willem II secured a 1-0 victory over Almere City FC in a thrilling match at the Yanmar Stadion. The only goal of the game came in the 78th minute, thanks to A. Ahmed Fatah, who capitalized on a pass from K. Vaesen to score the winning goal for his team.
The game was characterized by midfield battles and intensity from both teams. Almere City FC had more possession (51%), but Willem II was more effective in creating scoring opportunities, with 19 shots (7 on target) compared to 4 from the home side.
The first half was marked by caution and a lack of clear goal-scoring chances. The second half, however, was much more dynamic, with more arrivals and dangerous plays.
Almere City FC had several opportunities to score, but they couldn’t convert them. Willem II, on the other hand, took advantage of their only clear chance to take the three points.
A. Ahmed Fatah was the hero of the game, scoring the only goal. K. Vaesen also had a standout performance, being the author of the pass that led to the goal.
The referee of the match was Jannick van der Laan from the Netherlands.
Substitutions willem ii: at minute 46 A. Ahmed Fatah came in and N. Doodeman went out., at minute 74 J. Bokila came in and C. Sandra went out., at minute 84 B. Lambert came in and R. Meerveld went out.
Substitutions almere city fc: at minute 71 F. Mattoir came in and J. Kadile went out., at minute 72 A. Carbonell came in and L. Delaurier-Chaubet went out., at minute 75 J. Jacobs came in and T. Barbet went out., at minute 81 B. Guillaume came in and J. Ritmeester van de Kamp went out., at minute 81 K. Hansen came in and A. Tahiri went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Almere City FC
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Willem II
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