Match report

Willem II Defeats FC Eindhoven 2-0 in Eerste Divisie Clash

FC Eindhoven
FC Eindhoven
0–2
FT
Willem II
Willem II
Jan 18, 2026

Willem II secured a convincing victory against FC Eindhoven with a 2-0 scoreline, demonstrating strong form in the early stages of the match. Goals from D. Haen (16') and T. Verheydt (19') set Willem II on course for three crucial points in the Eerste Divisie.

Key Facts

  • • Willem II defeated FC Eindhoven 2-0 at home.
  • • Goals were scored by D. Haen (16') and T. Verheydt (19').
  • • M. El Allouchi provided an assist for the first goal, while D. Haen assisted on the second.
  • • FC Eindhoven’s Owen Renfrum received a yellow card at 34'.

Lineups

FC Eindhoven

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 J. Borgmans (G)
  • 22 C. Essers (D)
  • 24 O. Renfrum
  • 33 J. Neeskens (D)
  • 25 T. Douglas (D)
  • 5 D. Huisman (M)
  • 8 S. Simons (M)
  • 7 S. Blummel (M)
  • 21 T. Muller (M)
  • 2 T. Simons (M)
  • 9 K. van Veen (F)

Substitutes

  • 6 D. Dorenbosch
  • 10 B. van Schuppen
  • 18 N. Munsters
  • 19 S. de Moes
  • 20 A. Bryson
  • 23 E. Lukoki Mateso
  • 27 M. van de Wetering
  • 29 H. Ali
  • 30 D. N. Fancito
  • 31 R. van Zutphen
  • 32 R. Janga
  • 80 T. Mununga

Willem II

Formation: 4-4-2

Starting XI

  • 31 K. de Leeuw
  • 2 A. Ciranni (D)
  • 3 F. Stam (D)
  • 4 J. Hoogma (D)
  • 24 N. Tjoe a On (D)
  • 7 N. Doodeman (M)
  • 6 G. Besselink (M)
  • 18 A. Zarrouk (M)
  • 20 M. El Allouchi (M)
  • 9 D. Haen (F)
  • 28 T. Verheydt (F)

Substitutes

  • 47 S. Baartmans
  • 17 S. Bamba
  • 30 R. Behounek
  • 8 A. Culum
  • 41 T. Kotte
  • 14 J. Mathijsen
  • 43 F. de Ruijter
  • 19 U. van Aalst
  • 22 P. van Loon
  • 45 P. van Maarschalkerwaard

Timeline

  1. Willem II
    16' Willem II Goal · Normal Goal
    D. Haen · Assist: M. El Allouchi
  2. Willem II
    19' Willem II Goal · Normal Goal
    T. Verheydt · Assist: D. Haen
  3. FC Eindhoven
    34' FC Eindhoven Card · Yellow Card
    Owen Renfrum

    Foul

  4. Willem II
    46' Willem II subst · Substitution 1
    Off: F. Stam · On: R. Behounek
  5. FC Eindhoven
    46' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 2
    Off: S. Blummel · On: E. Lukoki Mateso
  6. FC Eindhoven
    46' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 3
    Off: C. Essers · On: M. van de Wetering
  7. FC Eindhoven
    63' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Thijs Muller · On: B. van Schuppen
  8. FC Eindhoven
    63' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 5
    Off: K. van Veen · On: R. Janga
  9. Willem II
    68' Willem II subst · Substitution 2
    Off: M. El Allouchi · On: A. Culum
  10. Willem II
    68' Willem II subst · Substitution 3
    Off: T. Verheydt · On: U. van Aalst
  11. Willem II
    88' Willem II subst · Substitution 4
    Off: D. Haen · On: S. Baartmans
  12. Willem II
    90'+2 Willem II subst · Substitution 5
    Off: N. Doodeman · On: P. van Maarschalkerwaard

Match Stats

Stat FC Eindhoven Willem II
Fouls 11 14
Pass Accuracy 80% 81%
Offsides 1 0
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 14 15
Corners 4 2
Total Passes 465 481
Yellow Cards 1 0
Blocked Shots 4 1
Shots on Target 2 6
xG 1.42 2.72
Shots off Target 8 8
Possession 50% 50%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 371 389
Shots Inside Box 8 9
Saves 3 2
Shots Outside Box 6 6

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Willem II capitalized early with two quick goals within three minutes, putting FC Eindhoven under immediate pressure and setting the tone for their victory.
  • ▸ Despite multiple substitutions by both teams, Willem II maintained control and defended their lead effectively until full-time.