NEC could have Excelsior fixture postponed during Champions League play-off
Dick Schreuder says he has heard NEC may not have to play their Eredivisie match between the two legs against Bodø/Glimt.
UnconfirmedThis report is based on Dutch media speculation and has not been confirmed by the clubs or players involved.
NEC may receive scheduling assistance during their Champions League qualifying campaign after defeating Olympiakos 2-1 in the third qualifying round. The Nijmegen side’s victory set up a two-legged tie with Bodø/Glimt, with a place in the league phase at stake.
Their Eredivisie match against Excelsior is currently scheduled for Saturday, 22 August, between the two European legs. However, coach Dick Schreuder said one of his assistants had indicated that the domestic fixture might not go ahead as planned. No formal postponement was confirmed in the supplied report.
Schreuder was more focused on NEC’s progress and recovery after the tense win over Olympiakos. “I’m mega proud of the group,” he told Ziggo Sport, in comments reported by Voetbalzone. He also expressed regret that a goal by Kaj was disallowed, believing it could have allowed NEC to avoid extra time.
Before facing Bodø/Glimt, NEC are expected to visit Willem II in the Eredivisie on Saturday. Schreuder said he would assess which players could train and ensure the squad was ready for that match. NEC began their league season with a disappointing 2-1 home defeat by Telstar.
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