NEC Nijmegen vs. NAC Breda: A Close Game with a Comeback Win for NAC Breda
NEC Nijmegen and NAC Breda faced off in a thrilling encounter at the Rat Verlegh Stadion in Breda. The match, part of the 8th round of the Eredivisie, was characterized by intensity, cards, and an epic comeback by NAC Breda.
The first half saw a slight territorial dominance by NAC Breda (52% possession), but NEC Nijmegen held their ground defensively and managed to control the situation. In the 45th minute, C. Verdonk of NEC Nijmegen received a yellow card, which was the only moment of tension in the first half.
The tempo of the game changed noticeably after the break. NAC Breda made three substitutions in the 56th, 61st, and 67th minutes, which allowed them to generate more pressure in the opponent’s half. NEC Nijmegen responded with three changes of their own in the 62nd minute, seeking a change of pace to counter their opponent’s offensive.
The game took on an even more exciting turn from the 69th minute onwards, when S. Fernandes of NAC Breda was sent off after receiving a red card. However, the red card did not demoralize the Breda team, who continued to fight with tenacity. The tension rose again with yellow cards for L. Greiml (67′) and J. Van den Bergh (73′) from NAC Breda.
NEC Nijmegen also made two more substitutions in the 75th minute, seeking a final effort to take the win. NAC Breda responded with two more changes, in the 77th minute. Finally, in the 81st minute, D. Janosek sealed the deal with a goal for NAC Breda, giving his team a 1-0 victory.
NAC Breda’s win is a reward for their perseverance and determination. Despite the challenges presented in the match, the team managed to find a way to overcome adversity and secure three important points in the Eredivisie.
Substitutions nac breda: at minute 56 C. Staring came in and L. Mol went out., at minute 61 D. Janosek came in and C. Leemans went out., at minute 77 T. Kongolo came in and L. Sauer went out., at minute 77 K. Kostorz came in and E. Omarsson went out.
Substitutions nec nijmegen: at minute 62 K. Sano came in and L. Schone went out., at minute 62 S. Ouaissa came in and S. Hansen went out., at minute 62 B. Onal came in and K. Ogawa went out., at minute 75 K. Shiogai came in and I. Marquez went out., at minute 75 V. van Crooij came in and R. Gonzalez went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
NAC Breda
Titulares:
NEC Nijmegen
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