SC Heerenveen 2-2 Feyenoord Player Ratings: Late Equalizer Secures A Point for the Hosts As Feyenoord Fail to Hold On

The Eredivisie match at the Abe Lenstra Stadion ended in a wild manner. Fans witnessed SC Heerenveen show incredible heart to snatch a 2-2 draw against Feyenoord. This clash was dramatic until the very end. It was a game of missed opportunities and sheer determination, which ultimately awarded both teams with a point and rightly so.

Feyenoord would be kicking themselves now. They took the lead in the 30th minute through a neat finish from Leo Sauer from inside the box, who was assisted by Ayase Ueda. It really felt like they had the three points in the bag.

But you have to give credit where it's due. SC Heerenveen simply refused to be beaten. After going down, they fought back with a lovely goal from Luuk Brouwers in the 41st minute. Feyenoord came back to take the lead again through Sem Steijn just two minutes later, and it seemed that they would easily take all three points home.

Just when it seemed over, substitute Amourricho van Axel Dongen became the hero with an 87th-minute equalizer, following a cross from Joris van Overeem after a wasteful corner. The scenes were electric, and it's a point they thoroughly deserved for their spirit. This Eredivisie match will be remembered for that late, dramatic comeback.

Here are the SC Herenveen vs Feyenoord Player Ratings.

Key Takeaways:

• Leo Sauer put Feyenoord in the lead with a lovely finish early on.
• Herenveen came back with a goal from Luuk Brouwers, but Leo Sauer extended Feyenoord's lead again minutes before halftime.
• Axel Dongen's late equalizer rescued a point for the home side, who were generally outplayed by Feyenoord.

Feyenoord Player Ratings vs SC Heerenveen

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Goalkeeper

Timon Wellenreuther - 6.5: He made four saves and looked pretty composed for most of the game. We noticed his distribution was ambitious, trying to launch attacks quickly. However, conceding two goals, especially the late one where the defense seemed to switch off, brings his rating down a bit. He couldn't have done much for either goal, to be fair.

Defenders

Jordan Bos - 7.0: A really mixed performance from our perspective. He delivered a beautiful cross for Steijn's goal, a moment of real quality. Offensively, he was a threat, even creating another big chance. Defensively, though, he was dribbled past three times and looked a bit vulnerable. Still, a goal and an assist is a good return.

Tsuyoshi Watanabe - 6.0: A steady but unspectacular game from the defender. He was neat in possession and made six important clearances. What stood out to us, however, was his role in conceding the corner that led to the crushing late equalizer. It's those small moments that define a game and a player's rating.

Anel Ahmedhodzic - 6.5: Very comfortable on the ball, with an impressive 92% pass accuracy. He looked composed and made a few key interventions. But, like his partner, he's part of a defensive unit that failed to see out the win. It felt like they lacked a real commanding presence at the back when the pressure was on.

Givairo Read - 6.0: He was just... there. It was a quiet afternoon for Read, who didn't do much wrong but also failed to make a significant impact. He was solid enough defensively but offered very little going forward. An average performance in a game that was anything but.

Midfielders

In-beom Hwang - 6.5: The man worked his socks off, recovering the ball 10 times. His industry was undeniable. The disappointment was his final ball, which often went astray. For all his effort, he lacked that cutting edge to split the Heerenveen defense.

Quinten Timber - 6.5: Kept possession ticking over nicely and got into some good positions. We were surprised to see him miss a couple of decent chances; he usually buries those. He was busy and involved, but couldn't impose his will on the midfield battle. A slightly frustrating watch.

Gonçalo Borges - 5.5: A really poor showing. From our perspective, he was a passenger for large parts of the match. He lost the ball 13 times from only 31 touches, which is just not good enough at this level. He seemed to struggle with the pace and physicality of the game.

Sem Steijn - 7.5: He was one of Feyenoord's brightest sparks. He took his headed goal brilliantly and was a constant threat until he was surprisingly substituted. We felt his withdrawal might have cost Feyenoord some control in the final stages. He looked like the match-winner for a long time.

Leo Sauer - 7.5: Scored the opener with a cool head and a smart finish. He was lively throughout, winning a good number of his duels and always looking to make something happen. It was a mature performance from the midfielder, who continues to impress us this season.

Forwards

Ayase Ueda - 6.0: This was a truly perplexing performance. He showed great awareness to provide the assist for the first goal. Yet, his overall play was so erratic, with a pass accuracy of just 44% and losing possession 18 times. He fought hard but his decision-making was often questionable. A game of contradictions.

Substitutes

Cyle Larin - N/A: Came on in the 80th minute but didn't have enough time to influence the game.

Manager

R. van Persie - 6.0: His team looked in control after taking the lead for a second time, but he couldn't guide them over the line. The decision to sub off Sem Steijn seemed premature and perhaps invited pressure. Ultimately, his side's inability to defend a late set-piece cost them two points.

SC Heerenveen Player Ratings vs Feyenoord

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Goalkeeper

Nordin Bakker - 5.0: A very difficult day for the keeper. The stats show an error leading to a goal, and he only made one save all game. From our seat, he looked shaky and didn't command his area with confidence. Conceding two at home is never a good look for a goalkeeper.

Defenders

Maas Willemsen - 6.5: He had a solid game, passing well and winning most of his duels. However, the yellow card he picked up for a clumsy challenge showed a bit of recklessness. He contributed to the team's resilience but had some nervy moments.

Sam Kersten - 6.0: While tidy on the ball, he really struggled in his individual battles. We saw him get dribbled past a couple of times, and he looked off the pace against Feyenoord's quick attackers. Not his best day at the office.

Vasilios Zagaritis - 6.0: He created a couple of chances, which was a pleasant surprise. Defensively, he was alright, but he never really imposed himself on the game before being substituted. A decent, if forgettable, performance.

Oliver Braude - 5.5: A torrid time for Braude. He was constantly giving the ball away and was beaten by his man too easily, too often. Feyenoord clearly targeted his side. It was a performance he will want to forget quickly.

Midfielders

Joris van Overeem - 8.5: What a player. This guy was absolutely everywhere. He got an assist, created four chances, and made a staggering 16 ball recoveries. He was the engine, the creator, and the heart of the team. A true midfield masterclass and, for us, the clear man of the match.

Luuk Brouwers - 8.0: A captain's performance. He scored a fantastic goal to bring his team back into the game and was composed on the ball throughout. He led by example, never letting his head drop. His goal was the catalyst for the comeback.

Marcus Linday - 7.5: The unsung hero in midfield. He was a disruptive force, making three tackles and three interceptions. He didn't do anything flashy, but his work rate and ability to break up play were crucial in stopping Feyenoord from completely dominating.

Forwards

Dylan Vente - 5.5: It just wasn't his day. He had a few sniffs at goal but couldn't find the back of the net. His link-up play was poor, and he looked isolated for long stretches. A frustrating afternoon for the striker.

Ringo Meerveld - 8.0: An excellent creative display before he was taken off. He laid on the assist for Brouwers' goal and created another huge chance. He was a constant thorn in Feyenoord's side with his clever movement and passing. We were surprised to see him subbed.

Jacob Trenskow - N/A: Very unfortunate to go off injured just 13 minutes into the match.

Substitutes

Maxence Rivera - 6.5: Came on early and looked bright. He wasn't afraid to have a shot and forced a good save from the Feyenoord keeper. A very lively and promising cameo.

Luca Oyen - N/A: Didn't have enough time to make an impression.

Lasse Nordås - 6.0: Added some fresh legs and tested the keeper with a shot from distance. Did his job.

Amourricho van Axel Dongen - 8.0: The super sub! The hero of the hour! To come on in the 86th minute and score the equalizer with virtually your first touch is the stuff of dreams. An absolutely perfect substitution that earned his team a valuable point. Incredible impact.

Manager

R. Veldeman - 8.0: We have to give him massive credit. His team showed incredible character to fight back twice. His late substitutions were a stroke of genius, with van Axel Dongen scoring the vital goal. He masterminded a fantastic result against a top side.

Man of the Match

Joris van Overeem was Sporstdunia's man of the match.

Worst Performer

The worst performer from the SC Herenveen vs Feyenoord match in the Eredivisie was Nordin Bakker of SC Herenveen.