# Heracles Almelo wins Keuken Kampioen Divisie period title

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/heracles-almelo-keuken-kampioen-divisie-campaign
> Updated: 2026-10-08T12:10:31.000Z. Sources: 24. Developments: 2.

Heracles Almelo has secured its first period title in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie following a 3-0 victory over RKC Waalwijk. After a scoreless first half, the team took control in the second period with goals from Tristan van Gilst via a penalty kick, Damon Mirani, and Manny Rodríguez.

This victory places the club at the top of the league standings, maintains a strong home record, and earns the team a 75,000 euro bonus along with a spot in the promotion play-offs. 

Trainer Vincent Heilmann described the achievement as a ‘beautiful reward’ for the team’s efforts and a compliment to the players, noting the challenge of integrating various players into a cohesive unit. While celebrating the period title, Heilmann reiterated that the club’s primary objective remains direct promotion to the Eredivisie.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-08: Heracles Almelo wins Keuken Kampioen Divisie period title

Heracles Almelo won the first period title in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie with a 3-0 victory over RKC Waalwijk, securing a play-off spot and a 75,000 euro bonus.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/heracles-almelo-targets-period-title-in-keuken-kampioen-divisie

### 2026-10-01: Heracles Almelo misses period title after chaotic 2-2 draw

Heracles Almelo drew 2-2 with Helmond Sport after a controversial early red card, missing a chance for a period title. Elsewhere, Feyenoord Women face VfL Wolfsburg in the UEFA Women's Europa Cup.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fc-twente-prepares-for-fortuna-sittard-amid-busy-schedule

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