The Eredivisie witnessed another exciting battle as FC Twente and Feyenoord locked horns on March 16, 2025, at De Grolsch Veste, Enschede. The highly anticipated fixture ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams displaying top-tier performances.
Twente vs Feyenoord: Match Highlights
🔥 First Half – Feyenoord Strikes First
The match kicked off with both sides pressing aggressively, testing each other’s defenses early on. Feyenoord, coming into this game as title contenders, showed their dominance in the midfield with Mats Wieffer and Quinten Timber orchestrating the play.
🚀 30’ Goal! Santiago Giménez (Feyenoord) – 0-1
Feyenoord took the lead in the 30th minute when star striker Santiago Giménez capitalized on a defensive error by Twente. A precise through ball from Calvin Stengs allowed Giménez to finish clinically past Twente’s goalkeeper Lars Unnerstall.
Twente responded aggressively, with Ricky van Wolfswinkel coming close to equalizing in the 42nd minute, but Feyenoord’s defense held firm, and the first half ended with the visitors leading 1-0.
🔥 Second Half – Twente Fights Back!
Twente, determined to protect their unbeaten home record, came out stronger in the second half. They increased their attacking intensity, putting pressure on Feyenoord’s backline.
⚽ 68’ Goal! Joshua Brenet (Twente) – 1-1
The equalizer finally came in the 68th minute when full-back Joshua Brenet surged forward and latched onto a deflected pass inside the box, slotting the ball past Feyenoord’s goalkeeper Justin Bijlow. The stadium erupted as Twente drew level, setting up a thrilling final 20 minutes.
Feyenoord pushed hard for a late winner, with Igor Paixão and Lutsharel Geertruida coming close, but Twente’s defensive resilience ensured that the match ended in a 1-1 stalemate.
Twente vs Feyenoord: Key Stats & Analysis
📊 Possession:
- Twente – 48%
- Feyenoord – 52%
📊 Total Shots:
- Twente – 10 (4 on target)
- Feyenoord – 12 (5 on target)
📊 Corners:
- Twente – 6
- Feyenoord – 5
📊 Fouls Committed:
- Twente – 14
- Feyenoord – 12
Man of the Match: 🏆 Joshua Brenet (Twente)
His brilliant equalizer and defensive work helped Twente secure an important point.
What This Means for the Eredivisie Table?
🔹 Feyenoord remains in the top two but drops crucial points in the title race against Ajax and PSV.
🔹 Twente continues their strong push for European qualification, proving to be a formidable side at home.
Upcoming Matches:
- Twente will face AZ Alkmaar in their next fixture.
- Feyenoord will take on Vitesse in a must-win encounter.
Final Verdict: A High-Intensity Draw
The Twente vs Feyenoord showdown lived up to expectations, delivering drama, skill, and intensity. Both teams had their moments, but in the end, they had to settle for a hard-fought draw.
⚽ What are your thoughts on the match? Should Feyenoord have secured all three points? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️
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