De Jong shines brilliantly on the day he equals the legend Koeman

Only featuring in the second half versus Real Oviedo, Frenkie De Jong managed to stand out with an assist for Lewandowski's goal. This game also saw De Jong officially tie the record held by the legendary Ronald Koeman.

In the 6th round of La Liga 2025/26, Barcelona initially struggled against Real Oviedo in the first half, trailing 1-0. However, thanks to Hansi Flick’s masterful substitutions, Barcelona quickly took control and came back to win 3-1. The match not only confirmed the strength of Hansi Flick’s squad in La Liga but also showcased an outstanding performance from Frenkie de Jong, who returned from injury and immediately made an impact.

Coming on in the second half, De Jong quickly asserted his influence in midfield. The Dutch midfielder became a crucial link in Barca’s play, directly contributing to the victory by assisting Robert Lewandowski’s goal.

Statistics from FotMob further highlight his all-around performance during the 45 minutes he was on the pitch. De Jong completed 64 out of 65 passes accurately (98%), making him the most precise passer in the match among players who played 45 minutes or more. He also created 2 clear chances, provided 1 assist,completed 100% of his dribbles (1/1) as well as 100% of his long passes (2/2). Additionally, De Jong did not lose possession once, demonstrating his control and reliability in every action.

While the victory over Real Oviedo helped Barca maintain their pursuit in La Liga, for Frenkie de Jong personally, this day held special significance. The match marked his 264th appearance for Barcelona, equaling the legendary Ronald Koeman as the second most capped Dutch player for the Camp Nou club, only behind Phillip Cocu (292 appearances).

Signed from Ajax in 2019, Frenkie de Jong has gone through many ups and downs but has remained a key figure at Barca. Now, beyond his professional contributions, he is also cementing his place in the club’s history by matching the legacy of Dutch icons who made their names at Camp Nou.

Barcelona secured the win, Lewandowski scored, but the most striking feature of the day was the strong comeback of Frenkie de Jong, who revitalized Barca’s midfield and set another memorable milestone in his career.