NEC beats Olympiacos in extra time to keep Champions League dream alive

Dutch football club NEC Nijmegen secured a 2-1 victory after extra time against Greek side Olympiacos in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League. Following a goalless first leg in Greece, the home win at De Goffert stadium keeps NEC's hopes of reaching the main tournament alive.

Veteran summer acquisition Dušan Tadić provided a key assist in the intense fixture to help propel the Dutch team into the next stage. The landmark match generated widespread enthusiasm throughout Nijmegen, where local supporters gathered in public squares to celebrate the victory.

Sources: NRC, NU, NOS (Nederlandse Omroep Stichting).