Feyenoord Prepares for Go Ahead Eagles Match Amidst Key Player Absences

omidbasir- Feyenoord secured a much-needed victory against FC Utrecht over the weekend, providing a welcome boost following disappointing losses to Real Betis (2-1) and PSV (3-0). While this win offers a foundation for future matches, the team will need to adapt its lineup due to the suspension of two key players. Timon Wellenreuther and Luciano Valente are set to miss the upcoming match against Go Ahead Eagles on Sunday.

The absence of Wellenreuther and Valente complicates coach Robin van Persie’s lineup decisions, particularly as Feyenoord’s injury list continues to grow. Givairo Read will be unavailable for an extended period, alongside Gernot Trauner and Thomas Beelen. Shaqueel van Persie is out indefinitely, and summer acquisition Malcolm Jeng is also not in contention. Additionally, Gijs Smal and Jordan Bos are uncertain for the match on Sunday.

Midfield will be particularly affected by Valente’s absence. The midfielder received his fifth yellow card of the season in the match against FC Utrecht, posing a challenge for Feyenoord. Fortunately, Jakub Moder has returned from injury, having already featured in two matches. In Utrecht, Moder notably assisted Oussama Targhalline’s goal from a striker position.

Questions remain regarding the status of Ayase Ueda. His absence is not due to injury but appears to be a mental issue, as noted by NOS commentator Arman Avsaroglu. Ueda’s unpredictability in returning to the lineup creates further uncertainty. Historically, he has returned to the starting XI following previous absences, so there is speculation he may do so again. If Ueda does not play, Casper Tengstedt is anticipated to fill in.

The anticipated lineup for Feyenoord against Go Ahead Eagles is as follows: Benda; Deijl, Watanabe, Ahmedhodzic, Bos; Targhalline, Moder, Steijn; Hadj Moussa, Ueda, Sauer.