Almere City Edge Past Telstar in Preseason Friendly

Almere City FC secured a narrow 2-1 victory over SC Telstar in an international club friendly on July 4, 2026. The match, played at Almere's Yanmar Stadion, served as a vital preseason test for both Eredivisie and Eerste Divisie sides.

Match Summary

Almere City, preparing for the upcoming Eredivisie season, started brightly and took the lead in the 15th minute through a well-placed header from a corner. Telstar, a second-tier side, responded with energy but struggled to break down Almere's disciplined defence. The home side doubled their advantage just before halftime when a counter-attack ended with a clinical finish.

Telstar pulled one back in the 68th minute after a defensive mix-up, but Almere City held on to secure the win. Both coaches used the opportunity to rotate their squads heavily, with numerous substitutions in the second half.

Key Moments

• 15' – Almere opener: A pinpoint corner was met by a powerful header from the centre-back.
• 44' – Second goal: A swift break down the right wing led to a low cross that was turned home at the near post.
• 68' – Telstar consolation: A miscommunication between Almere's goalkeeper and defender allowed Telstar's striker to poke the ball into an empty net.

Preseason Context

The friendly is part of Almere City's preparations for the 2026-27 Eredivisie campaign, where they aim to build on last season's mid-table finish. SC Telstar, meanwhile, are sharpening up ahead of the Eerste Divisie season, hoping to challenge for promotion. The result, while inconsequential in a competitive sense, offered useful match fitness for both sides.