Feyenoord Faces PEC Zwolle with Key Changes at 21:00

Rotterdam, Netherlands — Feyenoord will take on PEC Zwolle tonight at 21:00. Coach Robin van Persie has announced his starting line-up, making two changes compared to their recent match against Fortuna Sittard. In-Beom Hwang returns to the midfield, replacing Ramiz Zerrouki, while Hugo Bueno takes the place of Quilindschy Hartman in defense.

Due to injuries, goalkeeper Timon Wellenreuther remains in goal, as Justin Bijlow is still unavailable. The defense will consist of Givairo Read, Gernot Trauner, Dávid Hancko, and Bueno. Van Persie expressed confidence in this lineup, emphasizing the team’s recent improvements in training.

Hwang’s return is particularly significant. After recovering from injuries, he impressed during his substitution against Fortuna Sittard, helping the team secure a 2-0 victory. This performance has prompted Van Persie to reinstate him to the starting XI.

Feyenoord’s attack will feature Ayase Ueda at striker, supported by Anis Hadj Moussa and Igor Paixão on the flanks. Ueda is stepping in for the injured Julián Carranza, which leaves him with more responsibility tonight.

Van Persie identified PEC Zwolle’s Dylan Vente as a key player to watch. He remarked, “I see Zwolle as a strong team that will come to play. They have the talent to cause us problems.”

The match is poised to be crucial for Feyenoord as they seek to maintain their competitive position in the league standings, trailing PSV and needing to keep FC Utrecht at bay.

The anticipated starting lineup for Feyenoord is: Wellenreuther; Read, Trauner, Hancko, Bueno; Hwang, Moder, Milambo; Hadj Moussa, Ueda, Paixão.