Branco van den Boomen
ANG
Logs in assist
Van den Boomen assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), 16 crosses (five accurate) and 12 corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Rennes.
Analysis: Van den Boomen assisted Carlos Arcus' lone goal Sunday against Rennes, continuing his strong influence in Angers' midfield. He's opened the season with a goal and an assist across three starts, and his production has been elite with 38 crosses and 10 chances created in three appearances, keeping Angers' buildup flowing through him.
Scores opener in win
Van den Boomen scored a goal off his lone shot, created three chances, sent in 11 crosses (three accurate), made two tackles (both won) and six clearances and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-1 win over Auxerre.
Analysis: Van den Boomen needed just five minutes to make an impact as he opened the scoring for Angers with a spectacular long-range finish- Then, the midfielder kept delivering on both sides of the ball, being very disruptive in the middle of the park while creating a lot for teammates from set pieces. In his first full campaign after joining Angers in the last winter, Van den Boomen will hope to keep getting enough playing time as he tries to replicate the form shown in his Toulouse days four years ago.
Registers most crosses
van den Boomen had 11 crosses (three accurate) and seven corners in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Lille.
Analysis: van den Boomen recorded the most crosses in the game, completed 58 passes and also contributed defensively with three tackles, one interception and one clearance. He looks to be settling in well after his permanent transfer from Ajax.
Signs permanently with Angers
van den Boomen completed a permanent move to Angers after the club exercised its option following his loan spell from Ajax, the club announced.
Analysis: van den Boomen initially joined Angers on loan in January and quickly became an important figure in midfield, making 15 appearances and providing one assist during the second half of the season. The 30-year-old brings extensive experience from spells with Ajax, Willem II, Eindhoven, De Graafschap and Toulouse, where he played a key role in the club's rise back to Ligue 1. Known for his passing range, vision and set-piece delivery, Van den Boomen has now committed his future to Angers through 2029 as the club secures a proven midfield presence on a permanent basis.
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