Eredivisie: Feyenoord vs AZ Ends in Thrilling 3-3 Draw

AZ snatches late draw against Feyenoord

Feyenoord and AZ played out an exciting 3-3 draw, with AZ's Mexx Meerdink scoring a late penalty to rescue a point for his team. Feyenoord's Anel Ahmedhodzic was sent off in injury time.

Feyenoord quickly responded to AZ's lead, equalizing mere minutes later through Australian full-back Jordan...

AZ Alkmaar snatched a thrilling 3-3 draw against Feyenoord in the Eredivisie, with Mexx Meerdink scoring a penalty in injury time. This late equalizer denied Feyenoord the opportunity to extend their lead over their nearest rivals.

In a crucial match, Feyenoord's manager Robin van Persie gave youngster Aymen Sliti a starting spot over Leo Sauer, who was absent due to muscle pain sustained in the Fortuna Sittard match. Meanwhile, Luciano Valente started in place of Oussama Targhalline. AZ Alkmaar's Ghanaian winger Ibrahim Sadiq returned to the starting lineup after Weslley Patati's fitness issues kept him sidelined.

The draw came on the heels of PSV and Ajax's 2-2 draw in Eindhoven, courtesy of Oscar Gloukh's late equalizer. This result allowed Feyenoord to maintain a significant lead in the early stages of the Eredivisie season.

Feyenoord dominated the early stages of the game but fell behind when Ro-Zangelo Daal scored a stunning goal, firing a beautiful strike into the top corner after 24 minutes. However, the visitors were soon given a chance to level the game when Wouter Goes handled the ball in his own penalty area, resulting in a penalty for Feyenoord. Sem Steijn confidently converted the spot kick, equalizing for Feyenoord.

The sides were level at halftime, but the scoreline changed shortly after the break. Denzo Kasius scored a brilliant goal, capping off an impressive solo run with a calm finish in the far corner, giving his team the lead once again.

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Feyenoord quickly responded to AZ's lead, equalizing mere minutes later through Australian full-back Jordan Bos. Bos unleashed a powerful shot from distance that found its way into Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro's net, leveling the score.

After conceding the equalizer, AZ took control of the game, dominating possession and creating scoring opportunities. However, despite their efforts, they couldn't capitalize on their chances to secure a third goal. Feyenoord's defense held strong, thwarting AZ's attempts and preserving the 3-3 deadlock that would eventually be decided by Mexx Meerdink's late penalty for AZ.

Dramatic Turnaround

A stunning team effort involving Timber, Valente, and Steijn led to Feyenoord taking the lead. The move featured clever backheel passes from Valente and Steijn, ultimately resulting in Hadj Moussa scoring the decisive goal in the 78th minute, redeeming himself after a previous red card.

However, Feyenoord's advantage was short-lived as they were reduced to ten men when Anel Ahmedhodzic received his second yellow card just before injury time. Despite being down a man, Feyenoord fought hard to hold on, but AZ would capitalize on the numerical advantage in the closing stages.

Feyenoord's win slipped away in dramatic fashion when Jaden Slory committed a reckless foul on Patati in the final seconds of added time, giving away a penalty. Mexx Meerdink scored the spot kick, smashing it past Wellenreuther in the eighth minute of injury time to earn AZ a crucial point.

The late equalizer dashed Feyenoord's hopes of extending their lead to five points at the top of the Eredivisie table. Instead, they now lead PSV by three points. AZ remain unbeaten and will look to build on their momentum when they face PEC Zwolle in Alkmaar next week.