FC Volendam suffered a 3‑1 defeat to Jong AZ on July 12 2026 in the second pre‑season friendly. Despite an early goal from Jesper Tielemans, the side could not recover.

How did the match unfold?

The game kicked off under pleasant weather at the AFAS Training Complex in Wijdewormer. After five minutes Tielemans received a perfect through‑ball from Daan Huisman, slipped between two defenders and put Volendam ahead 0‑1. Jong AZ responded quickly; about fifteen minutes later Ibrahim Sadiq headed home the equaliser from a long ball by Roy Steur, making it 1‑1.

Which players stood out?

Jesper Tielemans announced himself as a threat right away, but it was Alex Plat who attempted two lob shots, one of which struck the post. For Jong AZ, Ibrahim Sadiq was decisive: he scored the leveller and later hit a second chance that brushed the post. For Volendam, the arrival of new signing Luca Blondeau was noticeable, although he did not yet influence the game.

What does the loss mean for Volendam?

The defeat highlights defensive issues; goalkeeper Roy Steur had to intervene twice but struggled to clear the ball cleanly. Coach Wim de Koster will likely tweak pressing and transition tactics before the Eredivisie season begins. Two more friendlies remain, giving the squad time to address the shortcomings.

What’s next on the schedule?

Volendam has another friendly against a youth side on July 19 2026. The coach intends to give more minutes to newcomers like Luca Blondeau. Work is also underway on finishing, as the chances created resulted in only one goal. Supporters can expect a stronger season start if the lessons from this loss are applied.