Match Report
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Match Report
Match Report
It is a thoroughly wet and miserable day here at Philips Stadion where PSV Eindhoven play host to NEC Nijmegen. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
PSV Eindhoven are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while NEC Nijmegen appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Christopher Bosschaart.
The pitch is in good condition.
PSV Eindhoven are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while NEC Nijmegen appear to be shaped for 4-2-4.
Today's match is refereed by Christopher Bosschaart.
0.00
0-0PSV Eindhoven kick off and get the first half underway!
2.07
0-0Gerard Bosschaart deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Jurgen Hendriks.
3.29
0-0Bernard Song surges forward with the ball. Bernard Song sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal his aim is horrendously poor!
6.40
0-0Bryan Bosschaart kicks a strong pass forward to Hans Wevers. Hans Wevers kicks a strong pass forward to Danny Hesp but the referee indicates it's offside!
9.03
0-0Seeing a gap ahead, Gerard Bosschaart plays the ball forward to Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball swerves viciously but the keeper is a match for it. Good keeping!
10.50
0-0Bryan Bosschaart clumsily knocks into Bernard Song. The referee calls over Bryan Bosschaart and shows him a yellow card! Bernard Song carries on, but is struggling a bit.
12.39
Gerard Bosschaart kicks a strong pass forward to Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Piet Ketting who gathers it comfortably.
14.35
Bernard Song runs up as Gerard Bosschaart takes the throw-in, skillfully chesting the ball down to his feet. Bernard Song knocks the ball forward to Garry Van Den Brom. Garry Van Den Brom knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Humphrey Van Der Gaag.
15.25
0-0Richard Dijkstra clumsily knocks into Bryan Bosschaart. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Bryan Bosschaart stretches but gets up unharmed.
20.34
0-0Bjšrn Neeskens catches Richard Dijkstra on the ankles. The referee calls over Bjšrn Neeskens and warns him to calm down! Richard Dijkstra stretches but gets up unharmed.
24.35
Gerard Bosschaart makes a probing pass to Garry Van Den Brom. Garry Van Den Brom knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Piet Ketting who gathers it comfortably.
28.05
Seeing a gap ahead, Jurgen Hendriks laces a through ball forward to Bryan Bosschaart. Bryan Bosschaart takes it forward alone. Bryan Bosschaart tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball dips but the keeper is on top of it. Quality keeping!
32.51
Bernard Song advances with the ball. Bernard Song deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Jon Dahl Degn but the linesman indicates offside!
33.58
Bjšrn Neeskens makes an attacking run forward. Bjšrn Neeskens kicks a strong pass forward to ƒtienne Arveladze but the referee indicates it's offside!
34.16
Gerard Bosschaart controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
36.42
Gerard Bosschaart flicks the ball to his team mate, Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn shoots from 20 yards but it misses the target by a large margin!
38.32
Richard Dijkstra makes a probing pass to Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn shoots from long range. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
39.13
Bernard Song knocks the ball to his team mate, Garry Van Den Brom. Garry Van Den Brom controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
40.33
Bjšrn Neeskens controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Hans Wevers. Hans Wevers knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
42.11
Richard Dijkstra flicks a high pass forward. Jon Dahl Degn collects the pass. Jon Dahl Degn knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Ronnie Kans.
45.00
With a delightful solo run, Gerard Bosschaart stretches the opposition's defence. Gerard Bosschaart lofts in a cross ball towards Jon Dahl Degn. With a superhuman jump, Jon Dahl Degn connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. The keeper is on top of it. He makes it look easy!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. PSV Eindhoven appear unchanged since the first half. NEC Nijmegen have changed their lineup with Alberto Nieto replacing Hans Wevers and Ivo Meeuwis replacing Bryan Bosschaart. The PSV Eindhoven players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
NEC Nijmegen kick off and get the second half underway!
49.44
Bjšrn Neeskens flicks a high pass forward to Mehdi Ait-Ouarab who brings the ball under control. Mehdi Ait-Ouarab makes a pass forward but Alberto Nieto makes his run far too early. Offside by a mile!
55.58
Gabriel Muñoz takes a quick throw-in, which Jose Flores takes on the chest. Jose Flores threads the ball through to Richard Dijkstra. Richard Dijkstra passes the ball forward to Garry Van Den Brom. Garry Van Den Brom skips past Ronnie Kans! Garry Van Den Brom muscles his way past his marker and unleashes a shot at goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
59.38
0-1Bjšrn Neeskens knocks the ball forward to Mehdi Ait-Ouarab. Mehdi Ait-Ouarab plays a one-two with Alberto Nieto and rushes in on goal... Mehdi Ait-Ouarab shoots from just inside the box. The ball flies into the top corner - goal!!
61.38
0-1PSV Eindhoven have made 3 substitutions with Gavin Law replacing Joost Huizingh, Giulliano Lurling replacing Gerard Bosschaart and Harris Timmer replacing Garry Van Den Brom .
63.25
Richard Dijkstra knocks the ball to his team mate, Harris Timmer. Harris Timmer tries a spectacular long range effort. Piet Ketting gathers the ball up comfortably. Top class keeping!
65.20
Gabriel Muñoz hits a long diagonal ball forward. David Oliveira knocks in a cross ball towards Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn directs the ball goalwards with his head. The keeper, Piet Ketting, sees it late!! Goal for PSV Eindhoven!
77.50
Ivo Meeuwis changes direction and makes an attacking run forward. Ivo Meeuwis tries a spectacular long range effort. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Excellent keeping!
87.23
Jose Flores runs forward with the ball. Jose Flores flicks a high pass forward. Jon Dahl Degn controls it well on his chest. Jon Dahl Degn lofts in a cross ball towards Harris Timmer. Harris Timmer connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. Piet Ketting gathers the ball up comfortably. Good save!
89.22
With great vision, Jose Flores plays the ball forward to Richard Dijkstra. Richard Dijkstra chips the ball to his team mate, David Oliveira. David Oliveira whips in a cross ball towards Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn jumps high and flicks the ball with his head. The keeper is on top of it. Great save!
90.00
Jose Flores flicks a high pass forward. Giulliano Lurling holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Giulliano Lurling flicks the ball to his team mate, Jon Dahl Degn. Jon Dahl Degn knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Humphrey Van Der Gaag.
90.00
Full-time is reached with the referee blowing his whistle!
Match Statistics
Match Statistics
Goals
Shots on Target
Shots off Target
Offsides
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Possession
Play Area
Scorers
Match Ratings
Match Ratings
1. Axel Crespo (GK)
7
2. Joost Huizingh (DEF)
6
3. Jose Flores (DEF)
7
4. Gabriel Muñoz (DEF)
6
5. Wout Koning (DEF)
6
6. Richard Dijkstra (MID)
6
7. Bernard Song (MID)
7
8. Gerard Bosschaart (MID)
8
9. David Oliveira (ATT)
7
10. Garry Van Den Brom (ATT)
6
11. Jon Dahl Degn (ATT)
9
12. Gavin Law (DEF)
6
13. Giulliano Lurling (MID)
6
14. Harris Timmer (ATT)
6
1. Piet Ketting (GK)
8
2. Jurgen Hendriks (DEF)
6
3. Ronnie Kans (DEF)
6
4. Humphrey Van Der Gaag (DEF)
6
5. Davy Tuhuteru (DEF)
6
6. Bjšrn Neeskens (MID)
7
7. Bryan Bosschaart (MID)
6
8. ƒtienne Arveladze (ATT)
6
9. Hans Wevers (ATT)
6
10. Mehdi Ait-Ouarab (ATT)
8
11. Danny Hesp (ATT)
6
12. Alberto Nieto (DEF)
6
13. Gary Davidson (DEF)
0
14. Ivo Meeuwis (MID)
7