Vrouwen Eredivisie Week 5: Switzerland’s Riola Xhemaili scores a hattrick

In the fifth round of the Eredivisie, FC Twente dropped their first points of the season with a 1-1 draw against FC Utrecht, allowing Ajax to draw level with them at the top of the table on points and goal difference after Ajax's 3-0 win over Excelsior. PSV and Feyenoord are just one point behind, highlighting increased competition in the league.

FC Twente's match against FC Utrecht saw Twente struggle to maintain their usual intensity, dominating possession but lacking clinical finishing, reminiscent of their recent Champions League performance against Chelsea. Utrecht defended disciplinedly with a deep block, and Twente only increased pressure after halftime. Jill Roord posed a threat, but Utrecht's defense held firm, forcing Twente into long-range efforts. Alieke Tuin scored a spectacular goal from outside the box, but Utrecht equalized through Nikita Tromp, who fired an unstoppable shot after a key assist from 17-year-old Rochelity Dapp. Twente pushed for a winner, but Utrecht's Marthe Munsterman made a crucial block to secure the draw.

Ajax Women remained unbeaten with a 3-0 victory over Excelsior, despite a resilient start from the opponents. Danique Tolhoek opened the scoring by capitalizing on a defensive mistake, and Sherida Spitse doubled the lead in the second half with a well-timed finish assisted by Daliyah de Klonia. Ajax's control grew stronger throughout the match, with experienced players like Spitse impressing in midfield, and the win placed them level with FC Twente at the top of the standings.