Jayden Addai’s scorching performance in Jong AZ’s triumph over Telstar has earned him a coveted spot on Sofascore’s Eerste Divisie team of the week.
The young talent exhibited a sensational display by securing a hat trick in Jong AZ’s commanding 3-1 victory against Telstar on Monday.
Taking the field for Jong AZ at the AFAS Trainingscomplex, Addai was a crucial presence throughout the entire match, playing the full 90 minutes. In this encounter, Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro manned the goal for Jong AZ, while Mitch Apau represented Telstar.
Jong AZ initiated the scoring spree in the 23rd minute. Following a strategic shift, Addai executed an impressive charge towards the Telstar box. With a stunning strike from the edge of the box, he found the top corner of the net, elevating the score to 1-0.
Resuming play after halftime, Jong AZ continued their dominance, ultimately securing a well-deserved second goal in the 81st minute. Demonstrating his skill, Jayden Addai maneuvered past two defenders along the right flank before unleashing a shot that found the mark, extending the lead to 2-0.
Telstar managed to pull one goal back through Zakaria Eddahchouri, with Mitch Apau providing the assist for Eddahchouri’s goal.
Despite Telstar’s efforts, Jong AZ maintained control over the game and notched a third goal courtesy of Jayden Addai. The final goal was delivered from the penalty spot after the referee signaled a foul.
The Eerste Divisie team of the week, recognizing outstanding performances, is as follows:
