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The Standard
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Standard
Volvo Cars books $9 billion impairment charge due to tariffs, launch delays
A logo of Volvo is seen inside a car dealer in Nijmegen, Netherlands February 26, 2025. REUTERS/Piroschka van de Wouw/File Photo
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
NEC Nijmegen string-puller set for difficult contract decision
As per VoetbalPrimeur, there is a real uncertainty regarding Dirk Proper and whether he will extend his expiring contract with NEC Nijmegen. The 23-year-old midfielder is in talks with the club, but admits that he also hopes to make a transfer sooner or later. Initially, Director Carlos Aalbers was hoping for a quick agreement with Proper at the beginning of July. 'We're in talks and we'll see what comes of it,' the NEC man responded to the Gelderlander cameras. He acknowledged that a contract extension isn't an easy decision. Advertisement 'Sooner or later, of course, someone wants to make a move, and you have to take that into account. I think NEC are a fantastic club, and that will always be the case, but as a player, you only have a certain time in your career, and at some point you have to make sure you make a move,' Proper continues about his considerations. 'NEC have a vested interest in that, too. They want to keep me to make money off me. That's their right. And if I may describe my ideal situation, that's naturally what you'd prefer.' Proper admits it's a real dilemma. 'You can ask anyone with a contract in its final year. These are things you think about, and that's really difficult, that decision. I can't say much about that. These are things I have to discuss with Carlos and see if we can find a solution.' Proper remains quiet about interest from other clubs. 'I'm not making any statements about that either,' he laughs. The midfielder suffered a concussion at the end of last season, causing him to miss the European Championship with the Dutch U21s. He has since recovered. GBeNeFN | Max Bradfield
IOL News
6 days ago
- Sport
- IOL News
You don't get better playing weaker teams, says Matlou on Kaizer Chiefs' tough pre-season
Kaizer Chiefs midfielder George Matlou in action in the Netherlands. Image: Kaizer Chiefs Kaizer Chiefs remain winless on their pre-season tour of The Netherlands after suffering a third consecutive defeat, this time a narrow 1-0 loss to NEC Nijmegen on Saturday afternoon. The Glamour Boys had previously gone down to Dutch top-flight sides Vitesse and FC Utrecht. While the lack of goals and results may raise questions back home, there is no panic within the camp. Instead, the focus remains squarely on long-term gains and sharpening the team ahead of a crucial 2025/26 campaign. 'I hate losing,' George Matlou told the club's media department, after the match. 'However, these are highly competitive games, and that's how you get better as a team. You don't get better playing weaker teams.' This Kaizer Chiefs team is a much better side than last season — Conquer (@Conquer_Modiba) July 11, 2025 Video Player is loading. 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Next Stay Close ✕ Matlou's words echoed the broader sentiment from the Chiefs squad and technical staff — that this European tour is less about results and more about building a competitive, battle-tested unit capable of challenging both locally and on the continent. The clash against NEC saw Chiefs put in a more organised and disciplined shift. Although they still came out second best, their shape and transitions showed clear improvement from the earlier friendlies. Against FC Utrecht — a side preparing for Uefa Europa League qualifiers next week — and Vitesse, Chiefs struggled for rhythm, but Saturday's performance was a step in the right direction. 'We're getting to know each other,' Matlou continued. 'We are improving on when to press, where to press, how to press. These are all key elements we're working on during this phase. We are Kaizer Chiefs — we don't like losing, but this process is vital.' Defensively, there were positives to take. Centre-back Aden McCarthy again looked composed alongside Miguel, with the duo forming a promising partnership. 'It was a really tough encounter,' said McCarthy. 'NEC are a strong team in the Dutch league. The way they pressed and moved the ball tested us, but it was great to experience that level.' He added: 'We understand each other very well at the back. Sometimes we don't even need to talk — we know what to do, and that chemistry is growing.' Thank you to the amazing supporters who joined us at yesterday's match. Your energy was amazing! The songs were amazing! Special thanks to 'Soccer Mad' Dennis for reaching out to us and for the support! ❤️✌️#Amakhosi4Life #KCNetherlands #KCPreSeason — Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) July 13, 2025 Chiefs' structure didn't go unnoticed in the stands. Former Mamelodi Sundowns captain Alje Schut, now head of scouting at FC Utrecht, was among those observing the match. 'The two central defenders really performed well,' Schut noted. 'Chiefs played organised football. But at this level, small details matter — and that's how the goal came. These are moments they'll learn from.' Chiefs will wrap up their Dutch tour this coming Saturday, and while pre-season isn't judged by wins alone, Matlou made it clear that the team is hungry to finish on a high. 'We definitely want to win that one,' he said. 'It's been tough, but we're learning, improving and growing every day.'
IOL News
12-07-2025
- Sport
- IOL News
WATCH FULL MATCH: Kaizer Chiefs v NEC Nijmegen
Kaizer Chiefs are live-streaming their pre-season clash with NEC Nijmegen on Saturday. The live-stream can be found below. Picture: Itumeleng English/Independent Media Kaizer Chiefs are streaming their pre-season clash with NEC Nijmegen on Saturday. The live-stream can be found below. On Friday, Chiefs crashed to a 4-0 defeat in their pre-season friendly to Dutch outfit FC Utrecht, in the Netherlands. Following their loss a couple of days earlier to Vitesse, the match was played behind closed doors, meaning there were no spectators. Chiefs coach Nasreddine Nabi played the first hour with the lineup of Brandon Petersen, Thabiso Monyane, Given Thibedi Miguel, Luke Fleurs, Aden McCarthy, Siphesihle Shinga, Makabi Lilepo, Sibongiseni Mthethwa, Siyethemba Cele, Nkosingiphile Ngcobo, Mduduzi Shabalala and González Da Silva. At 3-0 down, Nabi threw on a completely new team of Bruce Bvuma, Dillan Solomons, Zitha Kwinika, Luke Fleurs, McCarthy, Reeve Frosler, Gaston Sirino, Nkosingiphile Zwane, Siyethemba Matlou, Pule Chislett, Ashley Mmodi and Aphiwe Hlongwane.
Al Jazeera
06-07-2025
- General
- Al Jazeera
Residents in Dutch town reads names of Gaza's victims
Residents in Dutch town reads names of Gaza's victims NewsFeed Residents in the Dutch town of Nijmegen are reading aloud the names of Palestinian victims of Israel's war on Gaza. It will take them five days. Video Duration 01 minutes 17 seconds 01:17 Video Duration 00 minutes 53 seconds 00:53 Video Duration 00 minutes 53 seconds 00:53 Video Duration 02 minutes 59 seconds 02:59 Video Duration 01 minutes 20 seconds 01:20 Video Duration 02 minutes 30 seconds 02:30 Video Duration 00 minutes 54 seconds 00:54
