Willem II Tilburg 2:1 OFI Crete — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Eser Gürbüz scored once as Willem II Tilburg beat OFI Crete 2-1 in a Club Friendly Games encounter, a result that gives the Dutch side a useful pre-season scalp. Two early goals inside the opening quarter of an hour proved just enough to withstand a late Greek rally.

Devin Haen put Willem II ahead in the 7th minute with a cool finish, and Gürbüz doubled the lead just six minutes later, striking again in the 13th minute. OFI Crete pushed throughout but found no way through until the 89th minute, when a late goal set up a nervy finish that ultimately came to nothing for the visitors.

The numbers tell a tale of two efficiencies: OFI Crete dominated possession with 60% and won all four corners, yet Willem II took their chances while the visitors toiled without reward. Gürbüz was the standout with a 9.35 rating and his goal from midfield, the driving force behind the victory. CheckLive's model rated Willem II the stronger side, and the result confirmed that call.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Willem II Tilburg vs OFI Crete?

Willem II Tilburg 2-1 OFI Crete (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Devin Haen (7') for Willem II Tilburg; Eser Gürbüz (13') for Willem II Tilburg.