Match report
Jong Ajax 2–2 De Graafschap: A Fitting Draw in Eerste Divisie Clash
Jong Ajax
2–2
FT
De Graafschap
Oct 3, 2025
In an action-packed match, Jong Ajax held De Graafschap to a 2-2 draw in the Eerste Divisie. The game saw early exchanges with Reuven Niemeijer opening for De Graafschap before Eren Unuvar and Koen Wolff equalized for Jong Ajax. Despite intense efforts from both sides, the match concluded without further goals.
Key Facts
- • Reuven Niemeijer scored the opening goal for De Graafschap at 9 minutes.
- • Eren Unuvar (assist by D. O'Niel) equalized for Jong Ajax at 27 minutes.
- • Koen Wolff (assist by Avery Appiah) put Jong Ajax ahead at 57 minutes.
- • Femke de Jong scored the equalizer for De Graafschap at 70 minutes.
Lineups
Jong Ajax
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 52 P. Reverson (G)
- 2 A. Appiah (D)
- 3 J. Johnson (D)
- 4 M. Muzungu (D)
- 5 L. Jetten (D)
- 6 T. Peters (M)
- 10 R. Bounida (M)
- 8 S. Steur (M)
- 7 D. O'Niel (F)
- 9 E. Unuvar (F)
- 11 K. Wolff (F)
Substitutes
- 12 C. Setford
- 99 E. Butera
- 98 M. van der Lans
- 15 K. Kasanwirjo
- — D. van der Vaart
- 25 S. Vink
- 22 D. Kalokoh
- — P. Nash
De Graafschap
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 T. Wieggers (G)
- 4 O. Raterink (D)
- 3 R. Besselink (D)
- 15 T. Kok (D)
- 21 K. Symons (D)
- 8 T. Gijselhart (M)
- 10 R. Niemeijer (M)
- 24 J. Meerstadt (M)
- 26 A. van der Heide (F)
- 28 B. Boersma (F)
- 11 I. El Kadiri (F)
Substitutes
- 12 S. Kremers
- 25 R. Jonkers
- 5 L. Schoppema
- 9 D. Theodoridis
- 17 N. Kaninda
- 18 S. Bultman
- 20 T. Braem
- 22 F. de Jong
- 33 M. Rijks
Timeline
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9' De Graafschap Goal · Normal GoalReuven Niemeijer -
27' Jong Ajax Goal · Normal GoalE. Unuvar · Assist: D. O'Niel -
46' Jong Ajax subst · Substitution 1Off: R. Bounida · On: S. Vink -
48' De Graafschap Card · Yellow CardTeun GijselhartFoul
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57' Jong Ajax Goal · Normal GoalK. Wolff · Assist: Avery Appiah -
61' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 1Off: K. Symons · On: L. Schoppema -
62' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 2Off: A. van der Heide · On: F. de Jong -
69' Jong Ajax Card · Yellow CardK. WolffArgument
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70' De Graafschap Goal · Normal GoalF. de Jong -
71' Jong Ajax subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Muzungu · On: E. Butera -
71' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Meerstadt · On: T. Braem -
71' De Graafschap subst · Substitution 4Off: B. Boersma · On: M. Rijks -
74' De Graafschap Card · Yellow CardR. BesselinkFoul
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78' Jong Ajax Card · Yellow CardE. UnuvarPersistent fouling
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80' Jong Ajax subst · Substitution 4Off: E. Unuvar · On: P. Nash -
90'+2 Jong Ajax Card · Yellow CardE. ButeraFoul
Match Stats
| Stat | Jong Ajax | De Graafschap |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 7 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 86% |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 13 | 12 |
| Corners | 3 | 11 |
| Total Passes | 418 | 476 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 7 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 2 |
| Possession | 46% | 54% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 342 | 407 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 7 |
| Saves | 5 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Eren Unuvar's goal in the 27th minute marked a crucial turning point, giving Jong Ajax momentum and leveling the score.
- ▸ Femke de Jong's equalizer for De Graafschap at 70 minutes shifted the game towards a more defensive approach from both teams.