In a thrilling encounter at Zeewolde on 2nd November 2024, VV Zeewolde 3 faced off against Hoevelaken III in a league match that ended with a disappointing scoreline of 3-6 in favour of the visitors. The match kicked off at 12:30pm, and despite a spirited performance from the home side, they were unable to secure any points from the fixture.
VV Zeewolde 3 lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, which saw Jesse Hub in goal, flanked by a back four consisting of Niels Bzmr on the right, Stijn Loco and Chris Kip in central defence, and Hessel TBM on the left. In midfield, Nathan Nath operated on the right, with Jesse Bloem in the centre and Ramon Chag on the left. Up front, Rik Rik played on the right wing, Jeffrey vKmp was positioned centrally as the striker, and Marco M. took up the left forward role. The formation aimed to provide width in attack while maintaining a solid defensive structure.
The substitutes for VV Zeewolde 3 included Jan Heit, Jacco W., Luca Remph, and Evert Krt., who were all poised to make an impact should the need arise.
The match began with Hoevelaken III asserting their dominance early on. Just ten minutes in, they opened the scoring, taking a 1-0 lead. This was quickly followed by a second goal from the visitors in the 15th minute, a powerful header from close range that left the home defence reeling.
Despite the early setback, VV Zeewolde 3 responded positively. In the 21st minute, Nathan Nath found the net with a header, assisted by Stijn Loco, narrowing the deficit to 1-2. The home side's momentum continued to build, and just eight minutes later, Rik Rik struck a stunning long-range effort, courtesy of a precise long pass from Jesse Hub, bringing the score to 2-2.
As the first half drew to a close, Jeffrey vKmp put VV Zeewolde 3 ahead for the first time in the match with a close-range finish in the 39th minute, assisted by Marco M. The home crowd erupted in celebration as they took a 3-2 lead into half-time.
The second half began with a substitution for VV Zeewolde 3, as Luca Remph replaced Niels Bzmr. However, the momentum shifted back to Hoevelaken III shortly after the restart, with another header from the visitors levelling the score at 3-3 in the 50th minute.
The home side made further changes in the 65th minute, introducing Marco M. for Chris Kip and Rik Rik for Jeffrey vKmp. Unfortunately for VV Zeewolde 3, Hoevelaken III capitalised on their defensive lapses, scoring three more goals in quick succession. The first came in the 66th minute, followed by another in the 71st minute, both from close range, pushing the score to 5-3.
As the match approached its conclusion, Hoevelaken III added a sixth goal in the 83rd minute, sealing a comprehensive victory. In the dying moments of the match, Jacco W. received a yellow card for violent conduct, adding to the frustrations of the home side.
Despite a spirited first half, VV Zeewolde 3 were ultimately outclassed by a more clinical Hoevelaken III, leaving them to reflect on a disappointing afternoon at Zeewolde.
