Heracles Almelo secured a crucial home victory against Go Ahead Eagles (4-2) in the Eredivisie, marking their fourth consecutive win and allowing them to climb out of the bottom of the standings. Moroccan player Walid Ould-Chikh played a key role in this turnaround.
Starting as a titular player, Walid, who is the brother of Raja Casablanca player Bilal Ould-Chikh, actively contributed to his team’s offensive efforts. Heracles had conceded two avoidable goals in the first half and found themselves trailing 1-2. Interim coach Hendrie Krüzen had urged his players to adopt a more offensive and direct approach in the second half, a tactical shift that paid off immediately.
Ould-Chikh’s contribution was decisive in reviving the team right from the start of the second half. Just five minutes after the break, while Heracles was still behind, the Moroccan delivered a precise cross that was headed in by Damon Mirani. This equalizing goal (2-2, 51′) was the turning point of the match and reignited the momentum for the home side. Just three minutes later, Jizz Hornkamp scored to make it 3-2, completing a dazzling start to the second half for Heracles Almelo.
The Moroccan winger continued to pose a threat, consistently creating danger on the flank. After cutting in from the left, Ould-Chikh unleashed a shot that was saved by the opposing goalkeeper, Jari De Busser.
Ould-Chikh, who now has 2 goals and 2 assists in all competitions this season, was substituted in the 82nd minute for Mario Engels, having played a significant role in this well-deserved victory that solidifies the club’s current positive momentum.
