Hardeveld brace earns Telstar a point against NEC Nijmegen | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Telstar and NEC Nijmegen drew 2-2. In the 21st minute Jeff Hardeveld headed in from close range after Tyrese Noslin's cross. Bryan Linssen levelled for NEC Nijmegen (42.), Hardeveld restored the lead with a low finish (61.), then VAR confirmed the spot kick for Telstar but Gonzalo Cretazz saved Soufiane Hetli's attempt (67.) before Kento Shiogai equalised (77.). The visitors controlled possession at 67.5% and recorded 16 attempts, underlining their territorial edge. Telstar remain 18th and visit Hoek in the KNVB Beker next, while NEC Nijmegen stay third and travel to AFC in the same competition.

Player of the Match: Jeff Hardeveld struck both goals from his only two shots on target and added four tackles plus three interceptions, driving Telstar at both ends.

Stat of the Match: NEC Nijmegen produced 16 attempts, showing sustained pressure that did not translate into victory.

Three Things We Learned: NEC Nijmegen dominated the ball with 67.5% possession and posted eight shots on target from 16 attempts. VAR confirmed the spot kick for Telstar, but Gonzalo Cretazz saved Soufiane Hetli's penalty to keep the game in the balance. Substitute Kento Shiogai delivered the equaliser, underlining the visitors' bench impact.