Match report
Vitesse Defeats AZ Alkmaar 2-1 in Eredivisie Clash
Vitesse
2–1
FT
AZ Alkmaar
May 26, 2022
Vitesse held off fierce opposition from AZ Alkmaar to claim a thrilling 2-1 win in the Eredivisie match at the weekend. The victory was secured through key contributions by Lennart Openda and Tim Buitink, who scored goals pivotal to Vitesse's success.
Key Facts
- • Vitesse defeated AZ Alkmaar 2-1 in the Eredivisie.
- • Tim Buitink opened scoring for Vitesse at minute 22.
- • Jordy Clasie equalized for AZ Alkmaar with a goal at minute 59.
- • Lennart Openda secured victory for Vitesse with a crucial goal at minute 86.
Lineups
Vitesse
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Starting XI
- 24 J. Houwen (G)
- 3 D. Doekhi (D)
- 27 R. Yapi (D)
- 42 M. Manhoef (D)
- 21 M. Bero (M)
- 10 R. Bazoer (D)
- 8 S. Tronstad (M)
- 36 P. Vroegh (M)
- 22 T. Domgjoni (M)
- 7 L. Openda (F)
- 29 T. Buitink (F)
Substitutes
- 18 T. Hájek
- 50 M. Jonathans
- 40 D. Huisman
- 54 G. de Regt
- 55 M. Steffen
- 52 G. van Zwam
- 23 E. Verstappen
- 48 N. van Haveren
- 39 E. Cornelisse
AZ Alkmaar
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 P. Vindahl (G)
- 4 B. Martins Indi (D)
- 3 P. Hatzidiakos (D)
- 31 S. Beukema (D)
- 26 M. Kerkez (D)
- 20 J. Clasie (M)
- 6 F. Midtsjø (M)
- 10 D. de Wit (M)
- 18 H. Evjen (F)
- 9 V. Pavlidis (F)
- 11 J. Karlsson (F)
Substitutes
- 24 T. Reijnders
- 15 A. Witry
- 7 Z. Aboukhlal
- 8 K. Sowah
- 23 M. Taabouni
- 2 Y. Sugawara
- 14 P. Koopmeiners
- 12 H. Verhulst
- 19 J. Duin
- 34 Z. Buurmeester
- 58 M. van Brederode
- 40 M. Dekker
Timeline
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16' AZ Alkmaar subst · Substitution 1Off: F. Midtsjø · On: T. Reijnders -
22' Vitesse Goal · Normal GoalT. Buitink · Assist: L. Openda -
46' Vitesse subst · Substitution 1Off: T. Domgjoni · On: Tomáš Hájek -
49' Vitesse Card · Yellow CardTomáš HájekFoul
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59' AZ Alkmaar Goal · Normal GoalJ. Clasie -
76' Vitesse subst · Substitution 2Off: P. Vroegh · On: M. Jonathans -
76' Vitesse subst · Substitution 3Off: T. Buitink · On: Daan Huisman -
76' Vitesse subst · Substitution 4Off: R. Yapi · On: G. de Regt -
80' AZ Alkmaar subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Kerkez · On: A. Witry -
80' AZ Alkmaar subst · Substitution 3Off: H. Evjen · On: Z. Aboukhlal -
86' Vitesse Goal · Normal GoalL. Openda · Assist: M. Manhoef -
89' Vitesse subst · Substitution 5Off: L. Openda · On: Marcus Steffen
Match Stats
| Stat | Vitesse | AZ Alkmaar |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 6 |
| Pass Accuracy | 73% | 85% |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 6 | 12 |
| Corners | 2 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 341 | 584 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 4 |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 5 |
| Possession | 37% | 63% |
| Accurate Passes | 249 | 499 |
| Shots Inside Box | 3 | 6 |
| Saves | 3 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Tim Buitink's early goal in the 22nd minute gave Vitesse a vital lead, setting the tone for their performance.
- ▸ Lennart Openda's decisive goal in the 86th minute sealed victory for Vitesse against AZ Alkmaar, shifting momentum decisively.