Willem II and PEC Zwolle Play Out Draw
Willem II secured a 1-1 draw against PEC Zwolle in the Eredivisie, extending their winless run to 29 matches, nos.nl reported. Playing at home, the league’s bottom side hoped to claim their first victory of the campaign after parting ways with manager John Stegeman.
The visitors opened the scoring within the first minute. Damian van der Haar delivered a cross that Willem II failed to clear, allowing Younes Namli to set up Sydney van Hooijdonk for a quick-fire finish out of a turn. The goal marked the 40th conceded by the Tilburg side this season.
Willem II responded immediately from the ensuing kickoff. Following a blocked cross, Hidde ter Avest struck cleanly to equalize just over two minutes after the opening whistle.
Jurgen Streppel Takes Charge in Tilburg
The match marked the return of manager Jurgen Streppel to Willem II’s dugout. Ahead of kickoff, an Oasis coverband played “Don’t Look Back in Anger” in the stadium, echoing a large banner unfurled by supporters.
Streppel emphasized positivity and playing joy following Stegeman’s departure. Despite the early setback, his side settled after Ter Avest’s equalizer, though both teams struggled to convert further chances. Van Hooijdonk missed the target with headers and off-target shots for PEC Zwolle, while Jasper Schendelaar made a key save to deny Jari Schuurman.
Next Match Against FC Twente Looms
Willem II travels to face FC Twente on November 22. If Willem II fails to win that away fixture, the club will equal a historic negative record set by Helmond Sport during the 1983/1984 season, when that team endured 30 league matches without a victory. Willem II currently stands at 29 Eredivisie games without a win.
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