Feyenoord's Rollercoaster Draw with FC Groningen: Key Moments and Highlights
Feyenoord's Ambitious Goals Limited by Late Equalizer
Feyenoord aimed for their second win of the season but ended up sharing the spoils against FC Groningen in a tense encounter. The team, under coach Brian Priske, remained hopeful after taking a 2-0 lead, but late goals from Brynjolfur Willumsson led to a frustrating equalizer.
Match Progression and Key Events
- 33' - Thom van Bergen scores an own goal, putting Feyenoord ahead 0-1.
- 70' - Igor Paixao doubles the lead for Feyenoord, making it 0-2.
- 82' - Brynjolfur Willumsson grabs one back for Groningen, 1-2.
- 91+2' - Willumsson scores again, leveling the match at 2-2.
Despite the setback, Feyenoord fans witnessed resilience and determination from their team. It was a frustratingly familiar position, marking their third draw in four league matches.
Feyenoord Starting XI
- Wellenreuther
- Lotomba
- Beelen (46. Trauner)
- Hancko
- Smal
- Zechiel (78. Carranza)
- Timber
- Nadje (62. Milambo)
- Nieuwkoop (62. Osman)
- Gimenez (68. Ueda)
- Paixao
With this result, Feyenoord’s championship ambitions take a hit, compelling them to regroup and focus on future fixtures.
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