Almere City Coach Rijsdijk Disappointed After Play‑off Exit

Jeroen Rijsdijk expressed disappointment after Almere City were knocked out of the play‑offs on Saturday. The Dutch side had just beaten Willem II 2‑0 but still failed to progress to the final play‑offs.

Rijsdijk noted that his team dominated the match, controlling possession and creating more opportunities than their opponents. Despite the superiority, Almere City could not translate it into clear scoring chances.

The coach said his players were unable to capitalize on the advantage, which ultimately cost them the tie. He emphasized the need for better finishing in future games.

The elimination ends Almere City’s campaign for this season, denying them a place in the final play‑offs. Their defeat marks a disappointing conclusion after a promising performance against Willem II.

Rijsdijk reflected on the broader season, highlighting the progress the club has made but acknowledging the missed opportunity. He praised the squad’s effort while urging a focus on converting dominance into goals.

Looking ahead, Almere City will aim to address the shortcomings identified by the coach and return stronger next season. The club hopes to build on the lessons learned to achieve a deeper run in future play‑offs.