Telstar 1963
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Eredivisie standings for the 2025/2026 season.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Qualification |  PSV | 34 | 27 | 3 | 4 | +56 | 84 |
| 2Qualification |  Feyenoord Rotterdam | 34 | 19 | 8 | 7 | +26 | 65 |
| 3Qualification |  NEC | 34 | 16 | 11 | 7 | +24 | 59 |
| 4Qualification | FC Twente '65 | 34 | 15 | 13 | 6 | +19 | 58 |
| 5 | AFC Ajax | 34 | 14 | 14 | 6 | +21 | 56 |
| ··· | |||||||
| 14 | Telstar 1963 | 34 | 9 | 10 | 15 | -6 | 37 |
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Heracles AlmeloEredivisieNECTelstar 1963EredivisieTelstar 1963Sparta RotterdamHistory of Telstar
Founding and Early Years
Telstar was born on 17 July 1963 from the merger of the professional sections of two rival clubs in the IJmuiden area, VSV and Stormvogels, and takes its name from the Telstar 1 communications satellite, launched the same year.
Club Evolution
Nicknamed "De Witte Leeuwen" (The White Lions) after their all-white home kit, Telstar have traditionally entered the pitch to the Tornados' famous "Telstar" instrumental since their founding, a unique tradition in Dutch football. The club plays at Sportpark Schoonenberg, with a capacity of around 6,000.
Great Managers
Jan Rab led the club to their best-ever league finish, 6th place, during their original Eredivisie spell (1963-1978), while Anthony Correia (2024-2026) brought Telstar back to the top flight after a 47-year absence, before joining FC Utrecht.
Iconic Players
Glynor Plet, the club's all-time top scorer with 90 goals, and Barry Opdam, who broke out at Telstar before a fine career at AZ, remain standout figures at a club known as a stepping stone to bigger destinations.
Major Achievements
Telstar have never won the Eredivisie or the KNVB Cup, their best cup run remaining a semi-final in 1991-92, lost to Roda JC.
The Club Today
Coached by Henk Brugge since May 2026, Telstar confirmed their successful Eredivisie return with a 14th-place finish in the 2025-26 season, consolidating their historic comeback after 47 years spent in the lower divisions.
Overall record
Current winning streak: 3 matchesBased on the last 39 matches played
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Frequently asked questions
When is Telstar 1963's next match?+
Telstar 1963 face Sparta Rotterdam on 14 August 2026.
What is Telstar 1963's current standing?+
Telstar 1963 are currently 14 in Eredivisie with 37 points.
When was Telstar founded?+
On 17 July 1963, from the merger of VSV and Stormvogels.
What is Telstar's home stadium?+
Sportpark Schoonenberg.
Who is Telstar's current head coach?+
Henk Brugge, since May 2026.
Where does the name Telstar come from?+
The communications satellite launched in 1963.
When did Telstar return to the Eredivisie?+
In 2025, after a 47-year absence.
Who is Telstar's all-time top scorer?+
Glynor Plet, with 90 goals.
Where did Telstar finish in 2025-26?+
14th, confirming their Eredivisie survival.