Match Report
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Match Report
It's a warm sunny day here at Rat Verlegh Stadion where NAC Breda play host to Vitesse Arnhem. A crowd of 8,555 fill this 10,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
NAC Breda are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Vitesse Arnhem appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jan Buskermolen.
The pitch is in good condition.
NAC Breda are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Vitesse Arnhem appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Jan Buskermolen.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and NAC Breda kick off!
6.41
0-0Rafael Hermans knocks the ball to his team mate, Leon Ditewig. Leon Ditewig knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Robert Heije who gathers it comfortably.
10.41
14.48
Jeremie Demont threads a neat ball through to Simon Jentsch. Simon Jentsch knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
16.31
0-0Bart Hesp chips the ball to his team mate, Antoine Caluwé. Antoine Caluwé advances inside the box! Antoine Caluwé takes a shot at goal. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
18.34
0-0Bart Hesp knocks the ball forward to Antoine Caluwé. Antoine Caluwé knocks in a cross ball towards Leon Ditewig. Leon Ditewig jumps high and flicks the ball with his head. Robert Heije didn't know what hit him as the ball comes off him at close range. The loose ball is scrambled clear by the defence.
20.22
0-0The crowd are getting restless wanting to see some action.
22.37
0-0Martin Polheim catches Claudio Gento on the ankles. The referee brings Martin Polheim to one side and gives him a warning! Claudio Gento runs off the knock.
24.08
Jeremie Demont flicks a high pass forward. Alexander Breyer collects the pass. Alexander Breyer lofts in a cross ball towards Simon Jentsch. Simon Jentsch connects with a diving header but it flies just wide!
27.51
1-0Marco van Dam flicks a high pass forward to Romero P. Duran who brings the ball under control. Romero P. Duran flicks a high pass forward to Leon Ditewig who brings the ball under control. Leon Ditewig skips past Max Forbes! Some good footwork from Leon Ditewig provides some space. He shoots at goal. Leon Ditewig scores for NAC Breda!!
33.33
Ger Elzinga flicks a high pass forward. Jeremie Demont controls it well on his chest. Jeremie Demont decides to run forward with the ball. Jeremie Demont knocks in a cross ball towards Sander Van Wanrooy. Sander Van Wanrooy jumps high and flicks the ball with his head. What a cracker!! Nick Doomernik had no chance!! Goal for Vitesse Arnhem!
38.41
Nelson van der Meer hits a low pass to Simon Jentsch. Simon Jentsch whips in a cross ball towards Alexander Breyer. Alexander Breyer connects with a diving header but somehow Nick Doomernik manages to keep it out.
39.59
1-1Dennis Molendijk flicks a high pass forward. Jeremie Demont controls it well on his chest. Jeremie Demont flicks a high pass forward. Alexander Breyer controls it well on his chest. Alexander Breyer knocks the ball beyond the defensive line but Sander Van Wanrooy is offside!
42.02
Rafael Hermans threads the ball through to Martin Polheim. Martin Polheim knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Max Forbes.
45.00
Ger Elzinga flicks a high pass forward. Albert Robben holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Albert Robben hits a low pass to Sander Van Wanrooy. Sander Van Wanrooy sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it's a lousy effort!
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. NAC Breda appear unchanged since the first half. Vitesse Arnhem also appear unchanged since the first half. The Vitesse Arnhem players look more motivated than they were before.
45.00
Vitesse Arnhem kick off!
47.54
Christopher Van Ankeren makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Rafael Hermans. Rafael Hermans flicks a high ball forward to Antoine Caluwé who takes it down. Antoine Caluwé knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
49.25
1-1Nelson van der Meer hacks Bart Hesp from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Bart Hesp grimaces as he struggles to run off the knock.
51.38
1-1Albert Robben hacks Matt Byrne from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a red card!! Matt Byrne runs off the knock.
53.32
Rafael Hermans chips the ball to his team mate, Leon Ditewig. Leon Ditewig shoots from 25 yards but is denied by Robert Heije. Excellent save.
57.48
With great vision, Bart Hesp plays the ball forward to Leon Ditewig. Leon Ditewig knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
60.18
Christopher Van Ankeren takes a quick throw-in, lobbing the ball to the feet of Marco van Dam. Marco van Dam flicks a high pass forward. Rafael Hermans collects the pass. Rafael Hermans makes an attacking run forward. Rafael Hermans knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
61.58
1-1Rafael Hermans barges into Jeremie Demont. The referee calls over Rafael Hermans and shows him a yellow card! Jeremie Demont hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
63.00
Christopher Van Ankeren threads a neat ball through to Romero P. Duran. Romero P. Duran flicks a high pass forward. Leon Ditewig collects the pass. Leon Ditewig shoots from 25 yards. Magnificent save by Robert Heije!
67.30
Christopher Van Ankeren sees Matt Byrne in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Matt Byrne laces a through ball forward to Martin Polheim. Martin Polheim knocks in a cross ball towards Antoine Caluwé. Antoine Caluwé connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. Wonderful reactions from Robert Heije keeps it out!
73.44
Rafael Hermans passes the ball forward to Martin Polheim. Martin Polheim controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is more than a match for it. Nice save!
77.03
NAC Breda are in full control of this game.
78.44
Bart Hesp flicks a high ball forward to Martin Polheim who takes it down. Martin Polheim controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. Solid save from Robert Heije.
81.06
Rafael Hermans kicks a strong pass forward to Leon Ditewig. Leon Ditewig runs straight at the defence! Some world-class footwork from Leon Ditewig provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. Robert Heije is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
84.56
Erik van der Wal chips the ball to his team mate, Bart Hesp. Bart Hesp kicks a strong pass forward to Leon Ditewig. Leon Ditewig controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. Magnificent save by Robert Heije!
85.59
Christopher Van Ankeren makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Matt Byrne. Matt Byrne flicks a high ball forward to Antoine Caluwé who takes it down. Antoine Caluwé knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Claudio Gento.
89.20
Christopher Van Ankeren knocks the ball forward to Rafael Hermans. Rafael Hermans flicks a high pass forward. Leon Ditewig controls it well on his chest. Leon Ditewig whips in a cross ball towards Antoine Caluwé. Antoine Caluwé is unmarked! He powers a header at goal but it's well over the bar!
90.00
Jeremie Demont flicks a high pass forward to Alexander Breyer who brings the ball neatly under control. Alexander Breyer knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
9
2
Shots off Target
2
2
Offsides
1
1
Fouls
2
2
Yellow Cards
1
1
Red Cards
0
1
Possession
69.7%
30.3%
Play Area
23.6%
43.8%
32.6%
Scorers
| Leon Ditewig 28, 81 | Sander Van Wanrooy 33 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Leon Ditewig of NAC Breda |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Nick Doomernik (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Christopher Van Ankeren (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Erik van der Wal (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Marco van Dam (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Bart Hesp (MID) | 6 | |
| 6. | Matt Byrne (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Rafael Hermans (MID) |  | 7 |
| 8. | Romero P. Duran (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Leon Ditewig (ATT) |  | 9 |
| 10. | Antoine Caluwé (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Martin Polheim (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Donny Verberne (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Robert Lodewijks (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Milan Berck Van Ede (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Robert Heije (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Ger Elzinga (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Claudio Gento (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Max Forbes (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Dennis Molendijk (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Jeremie Demont (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Albert Robben (MID) |  | 3 |
| 8. | Nelson van der Meer (MID) | | 5 |
| 9. | Alexander Breyer (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Simon Jentsch (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Sander Van Wanrooy (ATT) | | 7 |
| 12. | Adrian Pancaro (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Fatik Mensah (DEF) | 0 | |
| 14. | Brenny van der Linden (GK) | 0 | |