EREDIVISIE ROUNDUP: TELSTAR SHOCK NEC, PSV HELD TO SURPRISE HOME DRAW
The 2026/27 Eredivisie season has kicked off with unexpected results, showcasing the unpredictability of Dutch football. Among the most surprising outcomes were the draws and losses that challenged the expectations for some of the league’s top clubs.
PSV – FORTUNA SITTARD: 2-2
Riding high as the reigning champions, PSV Eindhoven faced a rocky start to their campaign when they realized a draw against Fortuna Sittard, ending the match 2-2. The equalizer came in the dying moments, thanks to Edouard Michut’s late goal, which left the home team feeling disappointed. A comprehensive report of this match detail can be found here.
NEC NIJMEGEN – TELSTAR: 1-2
NEC Nijmegen, who were eyeing UEFA Champions League qualification after a strong finish last season, stumbled out of the gate with a 2-1 loss to the rising stars of Telstar. Under new manager Henk Brugge, Telstar showcased their penchant for surprises when Patrick Brouwer opened the scoring just 27 seconds into the match. Rui Mendes added a second goal, effectively sealing the game for Telstar despite a late response from NEC, where Dusan Tadic provided his first assist for the team.
GO AHEAD EAGLES – WILLEM II: 4-1
In Deventer, Go Ahead Eagles claimed an impressive victory over Willem II, finishing the match 4-1. This match witnessed a strong performance from the Eagles, as Soren Tengstedt equalized after an early strike from Devin Haen. The Eagles then took control, punctuated by goals from Erik Flataker and Julius Dirksen, which compounded the woes for Willem II, who suffered a critical injury to goalkeeper Thomas Didillon-Hodl during the match.
AZ – ADO DEN HAAG: 2-0
Finally, ADO Den Haag faced AZ Alkmaar, the Johan Cruyff Shield winners, but could not secure a favorable return to the Eredivisie, succumbing to a 2-0 defeat. A mix of near misses and VAR interventions characterized the game. Ro-Zangelo Daal managed to break the deadlock for AZ, scoring after a cross from Troy Parrott, with Calvin Stengs later extending their lead, showcasing AZ’s attacking prowess.
These matches are a clear indication that the new season of Eredivisie holds the promise of drama and excitement, setting the stage for a competitive race ahead.
