NAC Breda appoint Rick Kruys as head coach on two-year deal
The former FC Volendam manager will take charge of his first training session on Wednesday before facing Jong FC Utrecht.
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RKC Waalwijk sign former NEC winger Virgil Misidjan
The experienced wide player has joined on a free transfer, signing an initial deal through the end of the season.
Jong Utrecht denied after controversial call in FC Eindhoven draw
Goalkeeper Jort Borgmans escaped punishment after colliding with Emmanuel Owen outside his area, with the referee instead awarding Eindhoven a free-kick.
Jong Utrecht coach laughs off remarkable refereeing call in goalless draw
Mark Otten was left in disbelief after Emmanuel Owen was penalised despite being brought down by FC Eindhoven goalkeeper Jort Borgmans.
Jong Utrecht coach laughs off baffling decision after striker-keeper collision
Emmanuel Owen appeared to be brought down while advancing towards an empty net, but referee Joshua Kuipers awarded FC Eindhoven the free-kick.
Heracles release away-ticket details for Almere City trip
Up to 400 Heracles Almelo supporters can attend the Eerste Divisie fixture in Almere, with bus tickets priced at €37.50 and the limited allocation of car-combination tickets already sold out.
NAC set compulsory bus travel for De Graafschap away fixture
NAC Breda have released ticketing and travel arrangements for September’s match in Doetinchem, with 500 away places available.
NAC academy round-up: Women rescue draw as youth sides claim five wins
Felicia de Zeeuw’s late penalty earned NAC Women a point, while the Breda club recorded victories at under-19, under-17, under-16, under-14 and under-13 level.
Voetbal International sets 10 September release for new season guide
The publication will feature updated Eredivisie and Keuken Kampioen Divisie squads, transfer activity, player profiles and a look back at 70 years of the Dutch top flight.
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.
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.
Jean-Paul Boëtius open to offers after RKC departure
The former Feyenoord midfielder is a free agent and says he is ready to join a new club after completing an intensive medical programme.
Irakli Yegoian shines for fast-starting Excelsior after difficult road
The 22-year-old has delivered two goals and three assists in four Eredivisie matches, earning praise from former FC Twente technical director Arnold Bruggink.
Telstar and Cambuur set for first Eredivisie meeting after 77 lower-division and cup clashes
Sunday’s fixture will take a familiar rivalry into the Dutch top flight for the first time, with winless Cambuur also seeking to avoid an unwanted statistical landmark.
Excelsior sweep aside Willem II with 3-0 win in Tilburg
David Garden, Rick Meissen and Irakli Yegoian scored as Excelsior continued their strong Eredivisie start and left Willem II near the bottom.
Yegoian inspires Excelsior to emphatic win at Willem II
The winger created the early opener before completing a 3-0 Eredivisie victory, leaving the promoted hosts without a win this season.
NAC fall 4-2 at RKC as Nassoh plays through shoulder pain
Mohamed Nassoh scored twice despite suffering repeated shoulder trouble, but Leo Greiml’s red card and avoidable goals left NAC empty-handed in Waalwijk.
N’Djoli hat-trick powers record-setting Heracles past De Graafschap
Heracles Almelo made it five wins from five in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie with a 5-0 home victory and their first clean sheet of the campaign.
Ten-man NAC fall 4-2 at RKC despite Nassoh double
A first-half own goal and Leo Greiml’s dismissal left NAC Breda with too much to overcome in Waalwijk.
NAC Breda away matches to be shown at 10 city pubs
Supporters will have a choice of venues in Breda at which to watch the club’s away fixtures during the Keuken Kampioen Divisie season.
Heracles chase historic fifth straight win against De Graafschap
Vincent Heilmann’s side have taken 12 points from four matches, with new striker Vincent Poppler and the fit-again Mario Engels available for Friday’s home fixture.
Raymond Alfons leaves Heracles after more than 12 years
The long-serving supporter liaison is stepping down by mutual agreement and plans to return to the H-side as a fan.
NAC Breda sign versatile Mohamed Bouchouari from Wydad AC
The 25-year-old has agreed a four-year contract in Breda after returning to Dutch football from Morocco.
Ajax’s Gerónimo Spina signing draws fierce criticism over Jong team policy
The Deadline Day arrival from Atlético Madrid has reopened debate about Ajax’s use of foreign recruits and first-team players in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie.
Ajax sign Kehrer and Spina as Dutch clubs accelerate deadline-day business
PSV, FC Utrecht and NAC Breda have also completed signings, while Ajax may still move for another midfielder and Feyenoord could lose Jordan Lotomba.
Ajax transfer moves bring major Adingra outlay and Reverson backlash
The Amsterdam club are reportedly committing €3.8m to Simon Adingra’s loan, while their decision to let young goalkeeper Paul Reverson join De Graafschap has angered supporters.
Heracles museum to open before De Graafschap match
Supporters can explore more than a century of Heracles Almelo history at the Asito Stadion before the September 4 fixture.
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Ajax goalkeeper Paul Reverson joins De Graafschap on loan
The 21-year-old moves to Doetinchem in search of regular senior football, with a purchase option included in the agreement.
AZ dominate Voetbalzone’s Eredivisie Team of the Week
Four Alkmaar players earned places in the selection after the fourth round, while PSV’s Sergiño Dest was included for the second consecutive week.
FC Twente sign Belgian midfielder Jordy Bawuah from PSV
The 19-year-old has joined Twente on a three-year contract after making 60 appearances for Jong PSV.
NAC Breda sign Gabriël Misehouy on season-long loan from Girona
The versatile 21-year-old forward returns to the Netherlands after spells in Spain and Greece, with NAC targeting promotion to the Eredivisie.
AZ’s Ro-Zangelo Daal tops VI ratings as PSV trio make Team of the Week
Guus Til scored twice in PSV’s 6-1 win at FC Utrecht, but AZ attacker Ro-Zangelo Daal earned the highest rating of the round.
Heracles beat FC Eindhoven for fourth straight league win
Djevencio van der Kust, Damon Mirani and Tristan van Gilst scored in a 3-1 victory, while Fodé Fofana made his long-awaited return.
Clinical Almere City punish De Graafschap in 4-1 away win
Ferdy Druijf scored twice before late goals from Enzo Cornelisse and Olivier de Nijs turned a close contest into a heavy home defeat.
RKC forward Jesse van de Haar reflects on father’s recovery after cerebral infarction
Hans van de Haar was able to watch his son in Waalwijk as he continues to recover following a difficult period for the family.
Jonker hails El Hamdaoui as MVV excitement builds before Roda clash
The MVV coach praised his side’s competitive edge after victory in Wijdewormer and urged Maastricht supporters to fill De Geusselt for the derby.
Henk Veerman scores four as FC Volendam sweep Dordrecht aside
The 35-year-old striker completed his hat-trick with an audacious backheel before adding a fourth in a 6-1 Keuken Kampioen Divisie victory.
FC Twente/Heracles academy teams prepare for new youth season
The joint academy begins its competitive programme on Saturday, with the Under-21 side hosting Feyenoord and the Under-13s entering an international tournament in Zutphen.
Jean-Paul N’Djoli claims second Player of the Week award
The Heracles Almelo striker earned another Keuken Kampioen Divisie honour after scoring twice in a 6-1 win over Jong FC Utrecht.
De Graafschap sign Juventus winger Gabriele Finocchiaro on loan
The 20-year-old Italian attacker has moved to the Dutch club in a deal that includes an option to buy.