Telstar goalkeeper Ronald Koeman Jr brushed off opposition mind games after making Eredivisie history with a sensational two-penalty haul against SC Cambuur. The 31-year-old shot-stopper stepped up twice from the spot to rescue a dramatic 2-2 draw for his 10-man side, including an equaliser in the 101st minute to cap an unforgettable performance.
The Koeman name has long been synonymous with goalscoring excellence in Dutch football, but usually from the boots of a legendary defender. That changed on Sunday afternoon as Ronald Koeman Jr etched his own name into the record books with a feat his famous father never managed.
Ronald Koeman Jr. channelled his fatherâs legendary dead-ball prowess on Sunday, but from a much more unlikely position on the pitch. The 30-year-old goalkeeper stepped up in the dying embers of Telstar's season to secure their top-flight survival in the most dramatic way possible.
Feyenoord head coach Robin van Persie has launched a passionate defence of Raheem Sterling following a wave of criticism directed at the winger after his club debut. The former Chelsea and Manchester City star made his first appearance for the Dutch giants during a 2-1 victory over Telstar, coming off the bench for a 30 minute cameo. However, his performance was met with sharp rebukes from pundits and fans alike, with some questioning his fitness and impact.
Jack Grealish has defended Raheem Sterling after the winger came in for criticism online in the wake of his debut for Feyenoord. Sterling completed a free transfer to the Eredivisie club on February 12 in a bid to get his career back on track after being frozen out at Chelsea. His first competitive appearance in over nine months came in a 2-1 win over Telstar.
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