2 – 2
“Tim van der Leij opens the scoring for RKC Waalwijk with an early strike”
“Van der Leij doubles RKC's advantage with his second goal of the match”
Pivotal“RKC make four simultaneous substitutions, disrupting their rhythm and defensive shape”
“Wessel Kooy scores for Jong Utrecht to ignite hopes of an unlikely comeback”
Pivotal
RKC Waalwijk
Jong FC Utrecht
RKC Waalwijk surrendered a commanding 2-0 lead in devastating fashion as Jong FC Utrecht staged a remarkable comeback in the final moments at the Mandemakers Stadion. Tim van der Leij's early double appeared to have settled the contest within the opening 20 minutes, giving the hosts complete control against the Utrecht youngsters. However, RKC's defensive discipline crumbled in the dying stages as Wessel Kooy pulled one back in the 90th minute before Massien Ghaddari completed the stunning turnaround with the equalizer moments later. The result leaves RKC mid-table in 13th position, having squandered crucial points in what should have been a routine victory, while Jong Utrecht will take immense confidence from their never-say-die attitude in rescuing a point when all seemed lost.
RKC Waalwijk look to build on their impressive attacking form at home against Jong FC Utrecht in the Eerste Divisie. The hosts have scored 21 goals in their last 10 matches and recently thrashed De Graafschap 4-2, while Jong Utrecht will be seeking revenge after their recent 2-0 victory over RKC.
