Emmanuel Poku sparks Almere City’s early dominance over FC Eindhoven

Emmanuel Poku gave Almere City FC the edge in the Eerste Divisie clash with FC Eindhoven, finding the net in the 12th minute to spark a dominant performance. The Dutch‑Ghanaian midfielder’s early strike set the tone for a match that would see Almere control proceedings from start to finish.

Almere City struck early when Poku found the net in the 12th minute, giving the hosts an immediate lead.

Milan de Haan doubled the advantage in the 29th minute, his finish taking the score to 2‑0 and providing a comfortable cushion at the break.

Before the interval, Marley Dors saw his 23rd‑minute penalty saved, denying Eindhoven a chance to get back into the game.

The third goal arrived in the 61st minute when James Lawrence headed home from a de Haan assist, sealing the 3‑0 victory.

Seven minutes later Poku was withdrawn, his substitution confirming Almere’s control of the match.

The Dutch‑Ghanaian midfielder has featured in ten league games this season, contributing four goals and three assists, including the strike against Eindhoven.

Next challenge

Almere City travel to Emmen in the Eerste Divisie on 17 October, with Poku eager to keep his form and help the side maintain a position near the top of the table.