Meerdink scores with first touch as AZ beats Hapoel Beer Sheva in Europa League
According to Dutch media, Mexx Meerdink secured AZ Alkmaar a 2-1 win over Hapoel Beer Sheva in the Europa League with a goal on his first ball contact.
AZ Alkmaar beat Hapoel Beer Sheva 2-1 in the Europa League on Thursday evening, according to Dutch media. The decisive goal came from Mexx Meerdink, who scored with his very first touch after coming on as a substitute, as reported by NOS and De Telegraaf.
The win was described as well-deserved by De Telegraaf, while NU.nl noted that the match was much discussed, partly due to a special penalty converted by Meerdink. Voetbalzone also highlighted that Meerdink scored just a minute after his introduction.
In the same European night, FC Twente won 1-0 against FC Thun in the Conference League, according to Voetbalnieuws. The morning papers were positive about the three points for both Dutch clubs.
