NEC’s Rising Status in Dutch Football: A Result of Others’ Missteps

omidbasir- The Dutch football scene is currently captivated by the rising hype surrounding NEC Nijmegen, who are presently in second place and competing for a Champions League spot. However, the question remains: are they achieving this success solely on their own merits?

In his column for De Telegraaf, Wim Kieft points the finger at the performances of Ajax and Feyenoord, suggesting that opportunism is a natural part of the sport. “NEC is playing well and entertaining football, but their high standing is largely due to Ajax and Feyenoord dropping an unnecessary ten to fifteen points this season. Without those missteps, NEC would likely be in fifth or sixth place.”