Match report
Waalwijk Defeats De Graafschap 4-2 in Eerste Divisie
De Graafschap
2–4
FT
Waalwijk
Jan 23, 2026
Waalwijk emerged victorious against De Graafschap, winning 4-2 in a closely contested match of the Eerste Divisie. Despite facing an early deficit and losing key players to substitutions, Waalwijk maintained their composure to secure three crucial points. Familia-Castillo's goal set the tone early for the visitors, while H. Kuster’s performance was pivotal with his assist and a goal.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: De Graafschap 2–4 Waalwijk
- • J. Familia-Castillo scored the opening goal for Waalwijk at 35'
- • H. Kuster contributed with a goal and assist for Waalwijk
- • De Graafschap's goals came from J. Simons (57') and Reuven Niemeijer (90')
Lineups
De Graafschap
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 T. Wieggers (G)
- 4 O. Raterink (D)
- 18 S. Bultman (D)
- 15 T. Kok (D)
- 5 L. Schoppema (D)
- 24 J. Meerstadt (M)
- 10 R. Niemeijer (M)
- 8 T. Gijselhart (M)
- 7 J. Simons (F)
- 28 B. Boersma (F)
- 22 F. de Jong (F)
Substitutes
- 12 S. Kremers
- 25 R. Jonkers
- 32 S. Broker
- 21 K. Symons
- 27 N. Ahmeti
- 38 D. Eijken
- 19 C. El Allachi
- 6 M. Smits
- 17 N. Kaninda
- 40 K. Kwint
Waalwijk
Formation: 5-3-2
Starting XI
- 16 M. Spenkelink (G)
- 33 F. Al Mazyani (D)
- 35 L. Postma (D)
- 3 R. van Eijma (D)
- 4 L. van Gelderen (D)
- 5 J. Familia-Castillo (D)
- 18 R. van Hedel (M)
- 20 H. Kuster (M)
- 8 D. van Kaam (M)
- 9 J. Uneken (F)
- 11 T. van der Leij (F)
Substitutes
- 13 X. Mulder
- 26 T. Bramel
- 55 N. Held
- 6 G. Roemeratoe
- 25 M. Witteveen
- 28 Q. van Beekveld
- 29 M. Kramer
- 30 Y. van der Veen
- 10 R. van der Venne
Timeline
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24' De Graafschap Card · Yellow CardB. Boersma
Foul
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27' Waalwijk Card · Yellow CardH. Kuster
Foul
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35' Waalwijk Goal · Normal GoalJ. Familia-Castillo · Assist: Daniel van Kaam
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50' Waalwijk Card · Yellow CardT. van der Leij
Foul
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54' Waalwijk Goal · Normal GoalH. Kuster · Assist: F. Al Mazyani
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57' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 1Off: O. Raterink · On: C. El Allachi
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57' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 2Off: F. de Jong · On: M. Smits
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57' De Graafschap Goal · Normal GoalJ. Simons
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66' Waalwijk subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Uneken · On: Y. van der Veen
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68' Waalwijk Card · Yellow CardL. Postma
Foul
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75' Waalwijk subst · Substitution 2Off: R. van Hedel · On: N. Held
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75' Waalwijk subst · Substitution 3Off: H. Kuster · On: G. Roemeratoe
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77' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 3Off: S. Bultman · On: N. Kaninda
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77' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Simons · On: K. Kwint
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78' Waalwijk Goal · Normal GoalY. van der Veen
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83' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 5Off: L. Schoppema · On: K. Symons
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84' Waalwijk Goal · Normal GoalN. Held · Assist: J. Familia-Castillo
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85' Waalwijk subst · Substitution 4Off: Daniel van Kaam · On: R. van der Venne
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86' Waalwijk subst · Substitution 5Off: J. Familia-Castillo · On: M. Witteveen
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90' De Graafschap Goal · Normal GoalReuven Niemeijer · Assist: K. Kwint
Match Stats
| Stat | De Graafschap | Waalwijk |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 9 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 67% |
| Offsides | 1 | 3 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 7 | 12 |
| Corners | 4 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 588 | 252 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 0 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 5 |
| xG | 1.13 | 1.94 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 5 |
| Possession | 69% | 31% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 501 | 170 |
| Shots Inside Box | 4 | 5 |
| Saves | 1 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Waalwijk took the lead through Familia-Castillo’s goal, followed by a quick second from H. Kuster at 54', establishing momentum early on.
- ▸ De Graafschap found hope with J. Simons’ goal in the 57th minute but Waalwijk responded with two more goals from Y. van der Veen and N. Held, sealing their dominance.