Schreuder explains why Sierhuis did not play again for NEC

Schreuder explained Sierhuis remained on the bench against Levski Sofia due to limited training time after injury; the striker has played just 290 minutes this season.

NEC manager Dick Schreuder defended his decision to leave striker Kaj Sierhuis on the bench for the sixth time this season in Thursday's Europa League match against Levski Sofia, despite crowd support for the player. Schreuder cited Sierhuis's recent injury absence and limited training availability, noting the striker only returned to full training on Wednesday and had missed nine days with the group. The manager also explained NEC's thin bench forced difficult rotation choices, with several players unable to complete full matches.