Football
FC Utrecht's poor start: 'Very painful'
Former FC Utrecht player and trainer Robby Alflen described the team's 5-0 loss to Feyenoord as very painful, criticizing coach Anthony Correia for sticking with goalkeeper Barkas over Michael Brouwer. Alflen argued that Barkas slows down build-up play and that the playing style does not suit the squad. Technical director Jordy Zuidam defended the decision to retain Correia, citing the need for time to implement modern football principles despite the club's seventh-place budget. Former technical director Foeke Booij agreed that progress is needed but acknowledged the process takes time after observing a recent friendly match.
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