Telstar — Go Ahead Eagles : Match Preview and Prediction for September 28,2025

Telstar’s Return

After a 47-year absence, Telstar has made their return to the this season. Last season, the “White Lions” only managed a 7th-place finish in the Eerste Divisie. However, a highly successful play-off campaign, highlighted by crucial victories against Willem II (2-2, 3-1), unexpectedly propelled the home side to promotion.

Current Form and Challenges

Naturally, Anthony Correia’s charges aim to secure their status this season, but for now, the hosts find themselves in the penultimate position. Yet, the situation isn’t as bleak as it might appear. Telstar’s play has been inconsistent; however, they aren’t conceding goals in droves and don’t look hopeless. Notably, they’ve already secured a victory in 6 rounds, an impressive 2-0 win away against reigning champions PSV in Eindhoven, which was a major upset.

Recent Results and Preparation

Other results include a 2-2 draw with Volendam, though in the last round, Telstar fell to a 0-2 defeat against the hosts in Groningen. Despite the loss, the “White Lions” battled until the end, conceding the second goal late in the match. The home side has had the entire week to prepare for Go Ahead Eagles, giving them a strong chance to break their recent losing streak. Telstar reports a full squad available for this match against the “Eagles.”

Go Ahead Eagles’ European Journey

Go Ahead Eagles made history last season by winning the KNVB Cup for the first time, which secured their spot in European competition for the autumn. However, Paul Simonis, the architect of this success, has moved on to Wolfsburg, and the team’s squad has also seen significant changes. Maintaining their performance standards from recent years will be a challenge for the visitors.

Recent League and European Form

Regardless of the changes, Melvin Boeul’s side is currently on a three-match unbeaten run in the . After victories over Zwolle (2-0 away) and Volendam (3-0 at home), the red-and-yellows did not manage a successful start in Europe. Many expected a win against Romanian champions FCSB, especially given the Romanians’ weak domestic league form.

Disappointing European Debut and Squad News

Nevertheless, an unexpected 0-1 defeat, coupled with poor finishing, leaves them with a challenging mindset as they head to Velsen. The 10th-placed team will aim to put that disappointing European loss behind them. For the visitors, Sathof, Sivertzen, and Tengstedt are unavailable for the match against Telstar.