FC Twente Downs Feyenoord: Deijl Points to Lack of Intensity
De Grolsch Veste witnessed FC Twente secure a 2-0 victory over Feyenoord on Sunday, leaving the latter’s defender, Mats Deijl, to reflect on a disappointing performance.
Feyenoord Lacked Intensity in All Areas
Following the match, Deijl addressed the media, offering a candid assessment of Feyenoord’s shortcomings. He emphasized a pervasive lack of intensity across all facets of the game.
“I think in all aspects that have to do with football. It starts with winning duels and picking up second balls so that you can play football,”
Mats Deijl
Deijl attributed the defeat not to a lack of fitness, but to a deficiency in competitive desire.
“It wasn’t the fitness of the team, it was how much we wanted to win.”
Mats Deijl
Struggles in Possession and Defensive Transitions
The defender highlighted difficulties in maintaining possession and effectively transitioning between defense and attack. Feyenoord struggled to impose their game plan against a sharper Twente side.
“You notice that this happens a number of times during the match,”
Mats Deijl
Deijl also pointed to issues with winning the initial ball and capitalizing on second opportunities.
“We forced them to play a long ball and we knew that, but you have to win it, otherwise there is no point. We also did not get enough pressure against their low block.”
Mats Deijl
Reflecting on Twente’s Second Goal
Deijl acknowledged a defensive lapse on Twente’s second goal, detailing the quick thinking of the opposition player.
“I wanted to make sure he didn’t go to his right leg and play the ball through my legs, but then he put it in with the left. It was a good goal.”
Mats Deijl
Substitutions and Looking Ahead
Despite the introduction of substitutes, Deijl didn’t believe the changes significantly altered the outcome. He stressed the need for internal improvement rather than focusing on external factors.
“But the boys who came in did their very best. That wasn’t the reason. We are not in a position to look at the competitors and have to play better ourselves,”
Mats Deijl
FAQ
- What was the final score of the match? FC Twente defeated Feyenoord 2-0.
- Who was the Feyenoord player who spoke to the media after the game? Mats Deijl.
- What did Deijl identify as the main reason for Feyenoord’s loss? A lack of intensity and failure to win key battles.
Feyenoord will need to address these issues quickly as they look to regain momentum in the Eredivisie.