SC Cambuur on the Brink of Eredivisie Return After Dramatic Win and Interland Call-Up

Leeuwarden – SC Cambuur stands on the cusp of promotion to the Eredivisie, with a crucial match against Jong AZ on Friday evening potentially sealing their fate. A victory for Cambuur, coupled with a slip-up from De Graafschap against ADO Den Haag, would confirm their return to the top flight.

Henk de Jong Emphasizes Importance of Seizing the Opportunity

Head coach Henk de Jong stressed the significance of capitalizing on this opportunity. “We are at match point and must seize this chance. That means we all need to work hard again,” De Jong stated, as reported by SC Cambuur’s official website. “Now it’s really about the points.”

Team Lineup Changes for Friday’s Match

Cambuur will see changes to their starting lineup for the match against Jong AZ. Captain Mark Diemers returns to the starting eleven after recovering from a minor injury, having made his comeback during Monday’s 0-1 win against Helmond Sport. However, Ichem Ferrah will start the game on the bench due to personal reasons that caused him to miss several training sessions. Iwan Henstra will seize his place in the attack, according to Omrop Fryslân.

Ismaël Baouf Receives National Team Call-Up

Adding to the positive news surrounding the club, defender Ismaël Baouf has received his first call-up to the Moroccan national team. Baouf will join the national team after Friday’s match against Jong AZ. “It’s a dream come true. I was surprised and happy when I heard. But tomorrow is an important match with a view to promotion. That’s what I’m focusing on now, and then on the national team,” Baouf said.

Match Details and Viewing Options

The match between SC Cambuur and Jong AZ is scheduled to kick off at 8:00 PM local time. Fans can watch the game on ESPN, listen on Omrop Fryslân/Omroep Leeuwarden radio, or follow live updates on SC Cambuur’s X (formerly Twitter) account.

Looking Ahead: Potential Interland Absences

Beyond Baouf’s call-up, Cambuur may face further absences due to international commitments. The club could be without key players Oscar Sjöstrand (Sweden under 21) and potentially others during a future match against FC Emmen, as noted by Omrop Fryslân. De Jong acknowledged the impact but expressed pride in his players’ recognition.