Twente wins the Premier League top match against Feyenoord at the last minute and is the new leader
Twente Edges Feyenoord in Thrilling Late Goal, Claims Premier League Top Spot
ENSCHEDE, Netherlands – Twente has surged to the top of the Premier League table after a dramatic 3-2 victory over Feyenoord in a captivating top-of-the-table clash. A late goal from Sherida Spitse secured the win for Twente, leaving Feyenoord reeling and handing them their first defeat of the season.
The match, played at Het Kasteel stadium, was a back-and-forth affair filled with attacking intent and defensive resilience. Twente initially took the lead thru Jaimy Ravensbergen in the first half, but Feyenoord responded with goals from Zera Hulswit and Kirsten van de Westeringh, seemingly poised to snatch a point. However, a defensive lapse and Spitse’s decisive strike in added time propelled Twente to victory and the league’s summit.
the first half saw Feyenoord controlling possession but struggling to break down a sturdy Twente defence. Twente capitalized on this, with Ravensbergen firing home a hard shot at the first post in the opening stages to make it 1-0. Feyenoord pushed for an equalizer, and Hulswit found the back of the net in the 55th minute, sending a cross over goalkeeper Diede Lemey.
twente regained the lead in the 69th minute following a miscommunication between goalkeeper Jacintha Weimar and Esmee de Graaf,allowing Sophie Proost to tap the ball into the net for a 2-1 advantage. However,Feyenoord refused to yield,with substitute Kirsten van de Westeringh leveling the score after a brilliant solo run and assist from Mao Itamura,tying the game at 2-2.
The decisive moment arrived in extra time when Sherida Spitse capitalized on a low cross from Roos Ivens, finding herself unmarked and slotting the ball past Weimar to secure a 3-2 win for Twente.
This victory marks a notable turning point in the Premier League season, establishing Twente as a serious title contender. The result leaves Feyenoord trailing closely behind, setting the stage for a fiercely competitive race for the championship title.