 In the 2012–13 season, De Zeeuw received a second bookable offense in the play-off of the Champions League, as they beat Fenerbahçe 3–2 on aggregate to reach the group-stage.After the match, De Zeeuw expressed dissatisfaction at receiving a second bookable offense.At Spartak Moscow, De Zeeuw was unable to earn his first place, as he could not really prevail and often sat on the bench.