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The match between Twente and FC Volendam at 01:00 on April 11, 2026, at the De Grolsch Veste stadium is crucial for the ambitions of both teams. While the home team, Twente, is accelerating to maintain its position in the European qualification group, FC Volendam is struggling to find points to move away from the bottom of the Eredivisie table.

The strength of the home team at De Grolsch Veste

Twente currently sits 4th in the league table with 50 points after 29 matches. Their recent form is impressive, with 4 wins in their last 5 games. Their home ground, De Grolsch Veste, is a fortress, having secured 7 wins and suffered only 3 defeats there since the start of the season. With an average of 1.7 goals per game, Twente's attack is showing the necessary consistency to impose their style of play on weaker opponents.

The ultimate challenge for FC Volendam

In contrast to the home team's resurgence, FC Volendam is experiencing a turbulent season. Ranked 14th with only 28 points, they possess one of the worst defenses in the league, having conceded 48 goals in 29 rounds. Even more worrying, FC Volendam's away record is abysmal, with 11 losses in 14 away games. Although they recently secured a morale-boosting victory, traveling to face a top-four team is an insurmountable challenge for them at this point.

Head-to-head history and detailed statistics

Looking at the head-to-head history, Twente completely dominates, winning 3 out of the last 5 meetings. Notably, Twente's crushing 7-2 victory in May 2024 demonstrates the significant difference in class between the two clubs.

Team situation and tactical predictions

In terms of personnel, Twente will be missing two key players: defender M. Hilgers due to a knee injury and D. Rots due to suspension. Hilgers' absence could affect the home team's aerial ability and ball distribution from the back.

On the other side of the pitch, FC Volendam also suffered serious losses with D. Kwakman absent due to a knee injury and N. Verschuren sidelined after accumulating too many yellow cards. Furthermore, S. Esajas's participation remains uncertain. These losses make it difficult for the visiting team to maintain maximum concentration under the constant pressure from the home side.

Based on the statistics, Twente is predicted to have a very high chance of winning. A favorable result would help the home team solidify their position in the top 4 race, while FC Volendam will likely have to rely on opportunities in the following rounds to accumulate points to avoid relegation.

Team lineup updated at 00:30 on April 11, 2026

Official lineup

Twente

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachJohn van den Brom

Starting lineup:

• 1. Lars Unnerstall (G)
• 28. Bart van Rooij (D)
• 23. Stav Lemkin (D)
• 43. Ruud Nijstad (D)
• 39. Mats Rots (D)
• 6. Ramiz Zerrouki (M)
• 20. Thomas Van den Belt (M)
• 9. Ricky van Wolfswinkel (M)
• 14. Kristian Hlynsson (M)
• 27. Sondre Ørjasæter (M)
• 10. Sam Lamberts (F)

Substitutes:

• 38. Max Bruns
• 8. Taylor Booth
• 12. Guilherme Peixoto
• 4. Mathias Kjølø
• 32. Arno Verschureen
• 25. Lucas Vennegoor of Hesselink
• 3. Robin Pröpper
• 42. Daouda Weidmann
• 22. Przemyslaw Tyton
• 21. Sam Karssies
• 7. Marko Pjaca

FC Volendam

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachRick Kreys

Starting lineup:

• 1. Kayne van Oevelen (G)
• 5. Precious Ugwu (D)
• 3. Mawouna Amevor (D)
• 25. Luca Blondeau (D)
• 32. Yannick Leliendal (D)
• 40. Robin van Cruijsen (M)
• 8. Gibson Yah (M)
• 4. Juninho Bacuna (M)
• 99. Anthony Descotte (M)
• 17. Joel Ideho (M)
• 10. Bradley Kwas (F)

Substitutes:

• 16. Roy Steur
• 11. Aurelio Oehlers
• 21. Robert Mühren
• 22. Dion Vlak
• 27. Myron Mau-Asam
• 6. Alex Plat
• 7. Ozan Kökçü
• 9. Henk Veerman
• 14. Aaron Meijers
• 2. Deron Payne
• 29. Benjamin Pauwels
• 18. Nordin Bukala