Match report

FC Eindhoven Defeats Jong AZ 2–0 in Eerste Divisie Clash

Jong AZ
Jong AZ
0–2
FT
FC Eindhoven
FC Eindhoven
Nov 3, 2025

In an impressive display of determination and tactical prowess, FC Eindhoven edged out Jong AZ with a 2–0 scoreline in their Eerste Divisie match. The victory was built upon strategic substitutions and key moments that shifted the game's momentum firmly in favor of FC Eindhoven.

Key Facts

  • • FC Eindhoven secured the win with goals from R. Janga (52') and C. Essers (72').
  • • Farouq Limouri received a yellow card for FC Eindhoven in the 21st minute.
  • • Jong AZ's B. van Duijl was cautioned at the 51-minute mark, followed by A. Smits receiving a yellow card in the 72nd minute.
  • • Multiple substitutions were made by both teams throughout the match.

Lineups

Jong AZ

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 D. Deen (G)
  • 2 J. Zwart (D)
  • 3 M. Menu (D)
  • 4 A. Natali (D)
  • 5 B. van Duijl (D)
  • 6 N. Twisk (M)
  • 8 K. Boogaard (M)
  • 7 K. Toppenberg (M)
  • 10 S. van Duijn (M)
  • 11 R. Daal (M)
  • 9 L. Zeefuik (F)

Substitutes

  • 16 K. Zeggen
  • 23 J. Schipper
  • 12 D. van der Klaauw
  • 14 H. de Wit
  • 15 A. Imhangbe
  • 17 W. Bouziane
  • 18 J. Hartog
  • 19 Y. van den Ban
  • 20 A. Smits

FC Eindhoven

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 26 J. Brondeel (G)
  • 22 C. Essers (D)
  • 3 F. Limouri (D)
  • 33 J. Neeskens (D)
  • 25 T. Douglas (D)
  • 8 S. Simons (M)
  • 5 D. Huisman (M)
  • 7 S. Blummel (M)
  • 6 D. Dorenbosch (M)
  • 2 T. Simons (M)
  • 32 R. Janga (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 J. Borgmans
  • 9 K. van Veen
  • 14 H. Deenen
  • 19 S. de Moes
  • 20 A. Bryson
  • 21 T. Muller
  • 23 E. Lukoki Mateso
  • 24 O. Renfrum
  • 31 R. van Zutphen
  • 80 T. Mununga
  • 18 N. Munsters

Timeline

  1. FC Eindhoven
    21' FC Eindhoven Card · Yellow Card
    Farouq Limouri

    Foul

  2. Jong AZ
    46' Jong AZ subst · Substitution 1
    Off: R. Daal · On: A. Smits
  3. Jong AZ
    51' Jong AZ Card · Yellow Card
    B. van Duijl

    Foul

  4. FC Eindhoven
    52' FC Eindhoven Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Janga · Assist: S. Simons
  5. Jong AZ
    61' Jong AZ subst · Substitution 2
    Off: L. Zeefuik · On: H. de Wit
  6. Jong AZ
    61' Jong AZ subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Kasper Boogaard · On: J. Hartog
  7. FC Eindhoven
    70' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Daan Huisman · On: H. Deenen
  8. Jong AZ
    72' Jong AZ Card · Yellow Card
    A. Smits

    Foul

  9. FC Eindhoven
    72' FC Eindhoven Goal · Normal Goal
    C. Essers · Assist: R. Janga
  10. Jong AZ
    75' Jong AZ subst · Substitution 4
    Off: K. Toppenberg · On: Y. van den Ban
  11. Jong AZ
    80' Jong AZ subst · Substitution 5
    Off: M. Menu · On: A. Imhangbe
  12. FC Eindhoven
    80' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 2
    Off: T. Simons · On: S. de Moes
  13. FC Eindhoven
    89' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 3
    Off: R. Janga · On: K. van Veen
  14. FC Eindhoven
    89' FC Eindhoven subst · Substitution 4
    Off: S. Blummel · On: T. Mununga

Match Stats

Stat Jong AZ FC Eindhoven
Fouls 15 10
Pass Accuracy 87% 75%
Offsides 0 1
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 7 9
Corners 5 6
Total Passes 579 299
Yellow Cards 2 1
Blocked Shots 1 4
Shots on Target 2 2
xG 0.95 1.08
Shots off Target 4 3
Possession 65% 35%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 505 225
Shots Inside Box 5 5
Saves 0 2
Shots Outside Box 2 4

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ FC Eindhoven's early yellow card to Farouq Limouri did not deter them, as R. Janga scored a goal in the 52nd minute, giving FC Eindhoven a crucial lead.
  • ▸ C. Essers' second goal for FC Eindhoven at the 72-minute mark solidified their advantage and put Jong AZ on the back foot.