The 2012-13 campaign delivered ultimate heartbreak for Willem II as the Tricolores finished 18th in the Eredivisie, resulting in immediate relegation back to the second tier. Leading the charge during the difficult season was the Luxembourgish forward Aurélien Joachim, whose 6 goals provided a glimmer of hope in an otherwise struggling attack. Despite the tactical efforts of manager Jurgen Streppel, the team was unable to overcome a porous defense that conceded 76 goals. It was a painful year of transition that saw the club drop out of the top flight just one season after their promotion, marking a difficult chapter in their modern history.