Match report
Helmond Sport 2-2 Willem II: A Draw in Eerste Divisie
Helmond Sport
2–2
FT
Willem II
Dec 21, 2025
Helmond Sport secured a hard-fought draw against visiting Willem II in their Eerste Divisie match, ending the contest at 2-2. The game was filled with twists and turns as both teams showcased resilience and determination throughout the match.
Key Facts
- • Gijs Besselink (Willem II) scored in the 29th minute.
- • M. Lukowicz (Helmond Sport) equalized at 39 minutes.
- • A. Et Taibi (Helmond Sport) put Helmond ahead with a goal in the 50th minute.
- • D. Haen (Willem II) scored from a penalty in the 82nd minute to level the score.
Lineups
Helmond Sport
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 M. Bergsen (G)
- 24 A. Et Taibi (D)
- 3 F. Van Den Eynden (D)
- 28 D. Vos (D)
- 5 T. Poll (D)
- 36 A. Leipold (M)
- 47 D. Geerts
- 22 A. Dizdarevic (M)
- 34 T. Essakkati (M)
- 19 H. Ingason (F)
- 16 M. Lukowicz (F)
Substitutes
- 23 K. Aben
- 21 H. Wentges
- 27 A. Absalem
- 4 B. Koglin
- 2 J. Ogenia
- 17 L. Semic
- 41 J. Geerts
- 8 P. Llonch
- 6 M. Ludwig
- 9 L. Bajrami
Willem II
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 T. Didillon (G)
- 2 A. Ciranni (D)
- 30 R. Behounek (D)
- 3 F. Stam (D)
- 24 N. Tjoe a On (D)
- 6 G. Besselink (M)
- 20 M. El Allouchi (M)
- 7 N. Doodeman (M)
- 19 U. van Aalst (M)
- 8 A. Culum (M)
- 9 D. Haen (F)
Substitutes
- 41 T. Kotte
- 31 K. de Leeuw
- 4 J. Hoogma
- 14 J. Mathijsen
- 48 J. Poortvliet
- 18 A. Zarrouk
- 22 P. van Loon
- 47 S. Baartmans
- 17 S. Bamba
- 11 E. Kehrer
- 28 T. Verheydt
- 45 P. van Maarschalkerwaard
Timeline
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14' Helmond Sport Card · Yellow CardDayen Geerts
Foul
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29' Willem II Goal · Normal GoalGijs Besselink · Assist: Alessandro Ciranni
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39' Helmond Sport Goal · Normal GoalM. Lukowicz · Assist: A. Et Taibi
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46' Helmond Sport subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Geerts · On: Pol Llonch
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50' Helmond Sport Goal · Normal GoalA. Et Taibi · Assist: H. Ingason
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52' Willem II Card · Yellow CardA. Culum
Foul
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62' Helmond Sport Card · Yellow CardD. Vos
Foul
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62' Willem II subst · Substitution 1Off: M. El Allouchi · On: S. Baartmans
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62' Willem II subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Culum · On: S. Bamba
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66' Helmond Sport subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Leipold · On: J. Ogenia
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74' Helmond Sport Card · Yellow CardA. Et Taibi
Foul
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74' Willem II subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Behounek · On: T. Verheydt
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75' Willem II subst · Substitution 4Off: Nathan Tjoe-A-On · On: Justin Hoogma
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78' Helmond Sport subst · Substitution 3Off: H. Ingason · On: A. Absalem
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78' Helmond Sport subst · Substitution 4Off: T. Essakkati · On: Brian Koglin
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82' Willem II Goal · PenaltyD. Haen
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83' Willem II Card · Yellow CardJustin Hoogma
Foul
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83' Willem II subst · Substitution 5Off: U. van Aalst · On: A. Zarrouk
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88' Helmond Sport subst · Substitution 5Off: F. Van Den Eynden · On: L. Semic
Match Stats
| Stat | Helmond Sport | Willem II |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 19 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 81% | 84% |
| Offsides | 4 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 14 | 16 |
| Corners | 8 | 8 |
| Total Passes | 381 | 465 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 6 |
| xG | 1.68 | 2.33 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 7 |
| Possession | 45% | 55% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 307 | 392 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 11 |
| Saves | 4 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Helmond Sport's early setback was reversed with quick goals by M. Lukowicz and A. Et Taibi, showcasing their ability to respond under pressure.
- ▸ Willem II found a late equalizer through D. Haen's penalty, maintaining their push for crucial points in the Eerste Divisie standings.