Exactly a week ago, the mood at FC Volendam dropped to freezing point. The defeat against TOP Oss, the sixth game without a win, angry fans in the dressing room and promotion to the Eredivisie that seemed to be slipping through their hands. But after the 3-1 victory over De Graafschap, everything is different and players and supporters celebrated as if the Eredivisie had already been won.
Trainer Wim Jonk about the discharge after the win at De Graafschap – NH Sport / Edward Dekker
After the game, trainer Wim Jonk calmly told his story in front of the camera. The outburst of joy on the field said a lot. “It indicates that it lives in the group to realize something unique.” Although the trainer realizes that his team is not there yet. After all, with a bit of luck, the visitors would have gotten on the bus to Doetinchem with one and perhaps three points.
Substitute Derry John Murkin acknowledged that the victory was doping. After a series of six matches in which FC Volendam did not win, that can now be drawn.
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Derry John Murkin: “The negative flow is gone” – NH Sport / Edward Dekker
The contrast could of course not be greater compared to a week earlier. Although Jonk certainly saw his team struggle before the break. But the result makes up for everything. “The difference is that you take three points tonight.”
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Trainer Wim Jonk: “Great result” – NH Sport / Edward Dekker
Jonk brought in Murkin in the second half. His first official game in nine months for the defender. He was unable to play this season due to an injury to his metatarsal bone. With his substitute turn, the left back ends a tough period. “I’ve had a lot of ups and downs and really got to know myself.”
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Derry John Murkin has ended a difficult period – NH Sport ? Edward Dekker
The next match of FC Volendam is on Saturday 16 April. The New Orange then plays at home again. Opponent is Jong Ajax. Kick-off is at 4:30 PM.
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