Decisive figure at both ends carries Sparta Rotterdam past Volendam | OneFootball

Teo Quintero created the breakthrough in the 14th minute with a precise assist, as Sparta Rotterdam beat Volendam 2-0. The defender's early intervention set the platform for a controlled display.

The Venezuela international stepped in from the right and picked the pass that opened Volendam's defence, establishing control for Sparta.

Then he threatened himself, driving from range to draw a low save (31.). Moments later, he rose well for a header that was held (36.).

After the restart he stayed aggressive, seeing another effort blocked on the edge (57.). Late on he slipped Mitchell van Bergen in for a firm strike that tested the goalkeeper (79.).

Quintero finished with one assist, three attempts with two on target, nine recoveries and six possessions won, plus three clearances – numbers that underlined how he influenced both penalty areas and set Sparta's tempo.

Sparta Rotterdam rise from ninth to seventh in the Eredivisie and visit NAC Breda next. Volendam host Feyenoord next.

How high would you rate Quintero's display tonight?