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Dutch Recap: Pepi, Groningen Blown Out in Season Finale

Ricardo Pepi was held goalless in his final game with Groningen, while Djordje Mihailovic and AZ Alkmaar were unable to claim their golden chance to jump into the Eredivisie top three.

By David Smith

May 29, 2023May 30, 2023

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Dutch Recap: Pepi and Groningen Suffer Another Heavy Defeat

Taylor Booth’s assist was not enough to keep Utrecht from falling against a far superior Ajax side, Kik Pierie’s first goal for Excelsior ensured that they are free from any relegation danger, while Ricardo Pepi and Groningen allowed six goals for the third time this season.

By David Smith

May 23, 2023May 23, 2023

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Dutch Recap: Pepi and Groningen Once Again Interrupted by Fans

Ricardo Pepi once again saw the Groningen fans force the suspension of a game for the relegated team, while Gedion Zelalem returned to the Den Bosch starting lineup in their home draw.

By David Smith

May 15, 2023May 15, 2023

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Dutch Recap: Pepi Scores, Fontana Starts

Ricardo Pepi finally saw one of his goals help Groningen earn points, although a draw did little to stop the team’s spiral towards relegation, while Anthony Fontana finally earned a start for promoted Zwolle, albeit in a losing performance.

By David Smith

May 10, 2023May 10, 2023

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Dutch Recap: Pepi Scores in Groningen Loss…Again

Ricardo Pepi’s impressive strike for Groningen was for naught as they lost yet again, while Taylor Booth and Utrecht had their dominant performance ruined by three disallowed goals.

By David Smith

April 3, 2023April 3, 2023

News USMNT/USWNT

Mihailovic Replaces Injured Weah in USMNT Roster

US Soccer announced on Sunday that AZ Alkmaar attacking midfielder Djordje Mihailovic has joined the latest USMNT roster for the upcoming CONCACAF Nations League games in place of the injured Tim Weah.

By Yanks Abroad

March 19, 2023March 19, 2023

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Dutch Recap: Pepi Goal Helps Groningen Survival Case

Ricardo Pepi’s ninth goal of the season helped Groningen spot a narrow path to survival while Taylor Booth’s injury in Utrecht’s victory will leave American fans nervously waiting for any update to his status.

By David Smith

February 26, 2023February 26, 2023

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Dutch Recap: Pepi Goal Earns Point for Groningen

Ricardo Pepi’s eighth goal of the season helped Groningen to a point that does little to help their relegation fight, while Taylor Booth and Utrecht went toe-to-toe with PSV to stay on course for a shot at European qualification.

By David Smith

February 20, 2023February 20, 2023

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Dutch Recap: Booth, Utrecht Continue Push Towards European Qualification

A nail-biting win by Taylor Booth and Utrecht kept them in the driver’s seat for earning chance to qualify for European play, while Gedion Zelalem made his debut for Den Bosch, with a solid performance in an otherwise heavy loss.

By David Smith

February 5, 2023February 5, 2023

Recaps

Dutch Recap: Mihailovic Turns Heads in Long Sub Role

Djordje Mihailovic made the most of his lengthy substitute appearance against Fortuna Sittard for an injured teammate, while Ricardo Pepi racked up a lucky assist, albeit in vain in Groningen’s loss at Heerenveen. AZ Alkmaar 3 – 1 Fortuna Sittard Djordje Mihailovic made a strong case for a regular spot on the field for AZ, […]

By David Smith

January 23, 2023February 13, 2023