1998–99 KNVB Cup
61 teams contested, beginning on 11 August 1998 and ending at the final on 13 May 1999.[citation needed] The matches of the group stage were played between 11 August and 2 September 1998.[3] E Eredivisie; 1 Eerste Divisie; A Amateur teams The matches of the first round were played on October 27, 28 and 29, 1998.The six highest ranked Eredivisie teams from last season entered the tournament this round.E six Eredivisie entrants The matches of the round of 16 were played on February 2, 3 and 4, 1999.