Match Report


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Match Report
There are a few clouds overhead here at Haarlem Stadion where HFC Haarlem play host to AZ 67 Alkmaar in this derby match. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
HFC Haarlem are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while AZ 67 Alkmaar appear to be shaped for 4-4-2.
Today's match is refereed by Stefano Schaap.


0.00
HFC Haarlem kick off and get the first half underway!
3.39
Marcos Sanchez catches Jeffrey Dudilica on the ankles. The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Jeffrey Dudilica hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
8.06
Geoffrey Houtman makes a simple pass to Florian Diakite. Florian Diakite knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Gregoor Van Der Ree.
16.56
Vincenzo Thielemann flicks the ball to his team mate, Arnold Juffing. Arnold Juffing knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Arjen de Koning.
18.55
Ger de Vries flicks a high pass forward. Arnold Juffing holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Arnold Juffing controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
21.34
Marcos Sanchez makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Arnold Juffing. Arnold Juffing knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Kevin Buskermolen.
27.58
Kevin Buskermolen threads a neat ball through to Jack van Dam. Jack van Dam threads the ball through to Florian Diakite. Florian Diakite runs straight at the defence! Some world-class footwork from Florian Diakite provides some space. He scuffs the ball at goal. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for HFC Haarlem!
32.48
Jaime Gomes chips the ball to his team mate, Ed Witschge. Ed Witschge kicks a strong pass forward to Arnold Juffing. Arnold Juffing knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Jan Beukenkamp.
38.11
Jaime Gomes threads the ball through to Ed Witschge. Ed Witschge runs deep into the other half of the pitch. Ed Witschge knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Arjen de Koning.
39.48
Kevin Buskermolen flicks a high ball forward to Jeffrey Dudilica who takes it down. Jeffrey Dudilica surges forward with the ball. Jeffrey Dudilica lofts in a cross ball towards Florian Diakite. Romano Monteiro clumsily knocks into Florian Diakite. That's got to be a penalty! No, the referee isn't even looking in that direction!!
42.48
Jack van Dam knocks the ball to his team mate, Alan Woodgate. Alan Woodgate controls the ball perfectly and tries a long range shot on goal but it's a woeful effort!
44.03
Geoffrey Houtman threads a neat ball through to Antonio Ibanez. Antonio Ibanez knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
45.00
Jeffrey Dudilica knocks the ball to his team mate, Antonio Ibanez. Antonio Ibanez whips in a cross ball towards Alan Woodgate. Alan Woodgate makes a deft header. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for HFC Haarlem!
45.00
The referee whistles the end of the first half!

Both teams emerge for the second half. HFC Haarlem appear unchanged since the first half. AZ 67 Alkmaar also appear unchanged since the first half. The AZ 67 Alkmaar players look more motivated than they were before.

45.00
The whistle blows and AZ 67 Alkmaar kick off!
47.34
Ger de Vries flicks a high pass forward. Arnold Juffing collects the pass. Arnold Juffing shoots from 25 yards but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
49.21
Kevin Buskermolen controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Jeffrey Dudilica. Jeffrey Dudilica brings the ball forward. Jeffrey Dudilica shoots from outside the area but it flies wide!
57.59
Emile Philips sees Ed Witschge in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Ed Witschge flicks a high pass forward. Arnold Juffing holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Arnold Juffing knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Nelson Van De Ouweland who gathers it comfortably.
59.42
HFC Haarlem are in full control of this game.
60.38
Gregoor Van Der Ree flicks a high ball forward to Vincenzo Thielemann who takes it down. Vincenzo Thielemann deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Andy Waterreus. Andy Waterreus knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Kevin Buskermolen.
61.32
Kevin Buskermolen flicks a high pass forward to Geoffrey Houtman who brings the ball under control. Geoffrey Houtman passes the ball forward to Antonio Ibanez. Antonio Ibanez knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Gregoor Van Der Ree.
66.01
Jeffrey Dudilica barges into Vincenzo Thielemann. Jeffrey Dudilica is shown the yellow card! Vincenzo Thielemann gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
69.45
Ger de Vries flicks a high pass forward. Andy Waterreus holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Andy Waterreus knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Arjen de Koning.
72.31
Phil Lampard knocks the ball forward to Jack van Dam. Jack van Dam sees Antonio Ibanez in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Antonio Ibanez knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Gregoor Van Der Ree.
75.57
Jan Beukenkamp advances with the ball. Jan Beukenkamp deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Antonio Ibanez. Antonio Ibanez lofts in a cross ball towards Alan Woodgate. With a superhuman jump, Alan Woodgate connects with the ball and heads it goalwards. Wouter Rudge manages to gather it.
77.50
Ger de Vries knocks the ball to his team mate, Arnold Juffing. Arnold Juffing knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Kevin Buskermolen.
84.27
Ger de Vries threads a neat ball through to Arnold Juffing. Arnold Juffing shoots from 25 yards. Magnificent save by Nelson Van De Ouweland!
85.06
Ger de Vries brings the ball forward. Ger de Vries whips in a cross ball towards Andy Waterreus. Andy Waterreus finds space and glances the ball goalwards with his head. The ball flies a good few feet wide of the post.
87.03
Gregoor Van Der Ree hits a low pass to Ed Witschge. Ed Witschge sees space and advances. Ed Witschge lofts in a cross ball towards Arnold Juffing. Arnold Juffing powers a header at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
89.50
Ger de Vries flicks the ball to his team mate, Andy Waterreus. Andy Waterreus cuts inside the box! Andy Waterreus takes a shot at goal. The ball clips the outside of the post and goes out!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time

Match Statistics
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
3
2
Shots off Target
2
4
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
1
1
Yellow Cards
1
1
Red Cards
0
0

Possession
54.1%
45.9%
Play Area
34.1%
43.5%
22.4%


Man of the Match
The man of the match was awarded to Alan Woodgate of HFC Haarlem

Match Ratings