Feyenoord produced a dominant display in the Dutch league, cruising to a 5–0 victory over Utrecht in a match that saw the home side control proceedings from start to finish.
At the heart of that performance was Oussama Targhalline, who started in midfield and delivered a disciplined and balanced display before being substituted in the 78th minute.
The Moroccan played a key role in giving Feyenoord control of the centre of the pitch, combining secure distribution with defensive awareness.
A Midfield Anchor
Targhalline operated as a reliable outlet in midfield, helping Feyenoord build attacks from deep and maintain possession under pressure.
His passing statistics reflected his composure throughout the afternoon.
The midfielder completed 38 of his 39 passes, an outstanding 97% success rate, demonstrating both his accuracy and his ability to make the right decision when pressed.
Rather than simply recycling possession, he consistently helped Feyenoord move the ball forward and establish attacks from the back.
Perfect Defensive Record
His influence was equally important without the ball.
The Moroccan remained focused on disrupting Utrecht's attempts to launch counter-attacks, using his positioning and timing to protect the midfield line.
He won four out of four attempted tackles, giving him a perfect defensive record in that department.
Those interventions helped Feyenoord maintain its structure and prevented the visitors from developing dangerous attacking situations.
Strong in the Duels
The 24-year-old also showed considerable strength in individual battles.
He won the majority of his duels and forced Utrecht players into two fouls against him, while committing just one foul himself during his time on the pitch.
It was another indication of a controlled performance in which he combined physical commitment with tactical discipline.
A Complete Midfield Performance
With Feyenoord dominating the match, the Moroccan's role was not necessarily about spectacular moments but about maintaining the rhythm and balance that allowed the team to control the game.
His ability to receive the ball under pressure, distribute accurately and immediately react defensively gave the Dutch side a dependable presence in midfield.
By the time he left the field in the 78th minute, the foundations of Feyenoord's commanding performance had already been firmly established.
Feyenoord Keep a Clean Sheet
The 5–0 scoreline ultimately reflected Feyenoord's complete control.
The attacking players provided the goals, but the midfield and defensive structure ensured that Utrecht were unable to find a way back into the contest.
For Targhalline, it was another encouraging performance at club level, combining 97% passing accuracy, four successful tackles from four attempts and strong work in the duels.
A Strong Step Forward
The victory gave Feyenoord three valuable points and a clean sheet, while the Moroccan international emerged with a particularly solid individual performance.
His contribution may not have come through a goal or assist, but his control of the midfield helped provide the platform for Feyenoord's dominance.
It was the kind of composed, efficient performance that underlined his growing importance in the heart of Feyenoord's midfield.