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Bouwman and Schaken earn first Jong Oranje call-ups for Denmark play-off
Michael Reiziger has included the Ajax defender and Feyenoord forward in his squad for two decisive European Championship qualifiers.
Teun Koopmeiners moved by AZ tribute before scoring for Juventus
The former AZ midfielder faced younger brother Peer in an emotional Europa League return to Alkmaar, helping Juventus claim a 2-1 victory.
Opta gives Ajax and Twente near-certain European progression chances
The Conference League pair are rated at 99.58 per cent to advance, while Champions League defeats have left Feyenoord and PSV facing less favourable outlooks.
Kees Smit admits rushed comeback after returning for AZ against Juventus
The AZ midfielder says his eagerness to help Jong Oranje contributed to another spell on the sidelines and caused him to miss major domestic fixtures.
Italian press hails Teun Koopmeiners after winning brotherly battle with Peer
The Juventus midfielder scored against former club AZ as Italian newspapers focused on his first competitive meeting with younger brother Peer.
Dutch wins deliver coefficient boost but Belgium pull further clear
Victories for Ajax, NEC and FC Twente earned the Netherlands a full UEFA coefficient point, although defeats elsewhere limited the impact of the European week.
Teun Koopmeiners scores as Juventus survive late AZ rally
The former AZ midfielder struck against his old club before Mexx Meerdink inspired a dramatic finish in Alkmaar.
Spalletti relieved as Juventus survive late AZ pressure
The Juventus coach praised AZ’s quality and goalkeeper Jari De Busser after his side held on for a Europa League victory in Alkmaar.
Former Feyenoord prospect De Blok turns heads with nine assists
The VVV-Venlo left-back has produced outstanding attacking numbers in the second tier and is due to be available on a free transfer next summer.
Kees Smit admits Jong Oranje decision contributed to month-long absence
The AZ midfielder returned against Juventus and says playing for the Netherlands Under-21s while below full fitness was a mistake.
Echteld says AZ paid for first-half naivety against Juventus
The AZ coach was encouraged by his side’s response after the break but admitted costly mistakes left them with too much ground to recover.
Peer Koopmeiners delays brotherly congratulations after AZ lose to Juventus
The AZ captain was frustrated after Teun Koopmeiners scored in Juventus’ 2-1 Europa League victory in Alkmaar.
Italian press savours Koopmeiners brothers’ meeting as Juventus overcome AZ
Teun and Peer Koopmeiners faced each other in Alkmaar, where a late offside decision denied AZ an equaliser against Juventus.
Peer Koopmeiners rues AZ mistakes after special Juventus meeting
The AZ midfielder was frustrated by his side’s Europa League defeat after facing older brother Teun Koopmeiners on a memorable family occasion.
Dutch clubs create breathing room in UEFA coefficient race
Six points from the latest European round have strengthened the Netherlands’ position and increased the gap to 11th place.
AZ lead Dutch clubs in estimated UEFA earnings
Voetbal International calculates that AZ’s Europa League income is approaching €13 million, while NEC have passed €11 million and Conference League participants Ajax and FC Twente are above €6 million.
Teun Koopmeiners scores as Juventus condemn AZ to Europa League defeat
The former AZ midfielder struck against his old club as Juventus beat an Alkmaar side captained by his younger brother Peer Koopmeiners.
Late AZ rally falls short as Juventus hold on in Alkmaar
Mexx Meerdink gave AZ hope before a stoppage-time equaliser was disallowed in a 2-1 Europa League defeat.
Italian attention turns to Peer Koopmeiners before AZ face Juventus
The prospect of the Koopmeiners brothers meeting adds intrigue to AZ’s Europa League assignment, while Juventus arrive in Alkmaar with a lengthy injury list.
AZ coach urges earlier KNVB action after Oufkir chooses Morocco
Leeroy Echteld believes the Dutch federation should communicate its plans to dual-nationality prospects sooner after Ayoub Oufkir switched international allegiance.
Bergraaf earns first Curaçao call-up as Suriname select four newcomers
Jong AZ forward Jerolldino Bergraaf has joined Dick Advocaat’s Curaçao squad, while Henk Fraser has handed first call-ups to four young Suriname prospects.
Juventus add Ekhator to European squad before AZ trip
The Italian side have drafted in their summer signing as a replacement for injured captain Manuel Locatelli amid extensive availability problems.
Meerdink returns to AZ buoyed by dream Netherlands breakthrough
The AZ striker says his rapid rise from an initial omission to scoring twice for the senior national team has made him a better player.
PSV target immediate response against in-form Heerenveen
Peter Bosz’s side return from the international break looking to recover from a 3-2 defeat at FC Twente, while the visitors arrive after a convincing win.
AZ’s faith in Wouter Goes held up as model for Dutch youth development
Brandenburg believes clubs should give academy players room to make mistakes and has urged the KNVB to consider how more opportunities can be created for Dutch talent.
Vincent Janssen puts historic Portland hat-trick behind him in play-off push
The former AZ and Almere City forward says his focus is on helping the Portland Timbers qualify for the MLS play-offs as he continues building fitness.
Kees Smit close to agreeing improved AZ contract
The 20-year-old midfielder is expected to sign a new deal in Alkmaar if the remaining details can be resolved.
Van Hanegem backs Meerdink to handle new expectations after Oranje breakthrough
The former Netherlands international believes Mexx Meerdink, Ruben van Bommel and Gjivai Zechiël now face greater scrutiny at club level, while he retains faith in Joshua Zirkzee.
Echteld says transfer attention has affected young Smit
The coach believes Smit has found the growing interest difficult at times, although their established relationship has helped them discuss his development openly.
Hans Kraay Jr backs Bendegúz Kovács as AZ’s next striker
The 1.99-metre Jong AZ forward has impressed the analyst, who believes he could eventually succeed Mexx Meerdink in Alkmaar.
AZ’s Chávez sent off as United States beat Mexico 3-0
The defender was dismissed during the second half of Mexico’s friendly defeat, with three young American players finding the net.
Steijn scores as Feyenoord beat Antwerp; AZ fall to ADO
Sem Steijn found the net in Feyenoord’s 2-1 friendly victory, while a mixed AZ side suffered a 3-1 defeat in The Hague.
FC Twente edge PSV as AZ beat Telstar in Eredivisie results
Twente recorded a 3-2 home victory over PSV, while AZ secured a narrow win and NEC shared the points with Go Ahead Eagles.
Kenneth Perez dismisses Fortuna Sittard despite strong Eredivisie start
The analyst credited coach Danny Buijs with giving the Limburg club a profile as Fortuna sit fourth after collecting 10 points from five games.
Danilho Doekhi delivers decisive assist as Lazio maintain perfect start
The former Ajax defender earned praise from Italian supporters after creating Lazio’s late winner in a 2-1 victory away to Udinese.
Excelsior lead VI Team of the Week as Ihattaren and Koeman shine
Four Excelsior players earned places in VI’s weekly selection, while Mohamed Ihattaren and Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman also delivered standout performances.
Feyenoord’s Hadj Moussa decision dominates Eredivisie discussion
VI reviews a busy Saturday featuring PSV’s victory over Ajax, late relief for AZ and Feyenoord’s refusal to sanction a lucrative move for Anis Hadj Moussa.
Vincent Janssen makes Portland Timbers history with hat-trick
The former Netherlands striker scored his first MLS goals as Portland edged Minnesota United 5-4 in a nine-goal contest.
Veldman labels perfect-starting AZ title contenders before Heerenveen test
The Heerenveen coach has praised Leeroy Echteld’s early impact at AZ but sees the meeting as an opportunity for his side to respond.