Twente Women Hold Strong Against PSV: Can Ajax Steal the Lead?

Intense Title Race in Women’s Eredivisie

As the season approaches its climax with just four matches remaining, the title fight in the women’s Eredivisie is heating up. Three teams—the leaders PSV, FC Twente, and Ajax—remain in contention. FC Twente secured a significant victory at home against sc Heerenveen, winning 3-0, which positioned them second based on goal difference behind PSV.

Is the Title Gone for Ajax?

Following a closely contested match against PSV, Ajax coach Hesterine de Reus surprisingly suggested that the title was beyond reach, despite the fact that the gap with the leaders is only one point. Compounding the excitement, the top two teams will qualify for Champions League football, making every match critical.

Match Highlights: FC Twente vs. sc Heerenveen

The pressure was palpable for the Enschede-based women’s team to surpass Ajax and close the gap with PSV. FC Twente’s attacking game plan focused on early pressure and dynamic offense, resulting in numerous scoring opportunities during the first half, particularly for forward Jaimy Ravensbergen and midfielder Rose Ivens.

Heerenveen occasionally countered, but failed to threaten the goal. Shortly after halftime, FC Twente found the net; Ravensbergen pounced on a cross from Charlotte Hulst to score her fifteenth goal of the season, just one shy of top scorer Danique Tolhoek from Ajax.

The momentum swung decisively in FC Twente’s favor when Heerenveen midfielder Chantal Schouwstra inadvertently headed into her own net, making it 2-0, followed by a third goal from Nikee van Dijk ten minutes after the initial score.

Standings and Upcoming Fixtures

With the victory, FC Twente now shares points with PSV, though they have three goals fewer. Looking ahead, FC Twente will visit Excelsior in their next match.

Upcoming Matches: PSV, FC Twente, and Ajax

PSV’s Remaining Schedule:

FC Twente’s Remaining Schedule:

Ajax’s Remaining Schedule:

Alongside the title race among these three clubs, Feyenoord, FC Utrecht, and AZ are vying for fourth place. Meanwhile, the Rotterdam team faces PEC Zwolle at 2:30 PM today, with Fortuna Sittard and Excelsior closing out the football Sunday at 4:45 PM.