Eredivisie Roundup: Thrilling Matches and Surprising Results

The Eredivisie is back in full swing this January, entering a crucial phase of the season. This past weekend featured a complete matchday. Here’s a summary of the outcomes across all fixtures.

**Eredivisie Overview: Season 2025/2026, Matchday 19**

**Ajax 2 – 2 Go Ahead Eagles**
Although not the most convenient time for fans, Ajax kicked off at 16:30 on Saturday. Their opponent, Go Ahead Eagles, struggled in the first half but managed to turn the tide after the break, resulting in dissatisfaction and boos from the crowd at Johan Cruijff ArenA.

**Score Progression:**

**PEC Zwolle 3 – 1 AZ**
After a stunning 6-0 victory over Ajax in the cup earlier that week, AZ couldn’t maintain their momentum. PEC Zwolle dominated the match at home.

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**Excelsior 2 – 2 Telstar**
This encounter featured two teams fighting to escape the lower ranks of the Eredivisie. At Woudestein, the visitors shocked the hosts by taking a 2-0 lead. However, as has been a recurring theme for the Witte Leeuwen this season, they couldn’t hold on for the full ninety minutes, leading to a share of the points in Rotterdam.

**Score Progression:**

**Fortuna Sittard 1 – 2 PSV**
A challenging match for the league leaders. Despite taking an early lead, PSV had to contend with a fierce equalizer from Kaj Sierhuis. The match was ultimately settled by Ivan Perisic, securing a vital win for PSV.

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**NAC 3 – 4 NEC**
An unforgettable evening for NAC, which may have featured the most spectacular match of the Eredivisie season. In the dying seconds, Nijmegen snatched victory in a thrilling game filled with stunning goals and comebacks, leaving the Bredanaars heartbroken.

**Score Progression:**

**SC Heerenveen 0 – 2 FC Groningen**
The Northern derby turned into a frustrating ninety minutes for the Friesland side. Groningen continued their excellent form this season, securing a fifth-place position after this weekend.

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**FC Volendam 2 – 1 FC Utrecht**
At the KRAS Stadion in Volendam, FC Utrecht’s struggles this season were painfully evident. The home team, however, managed to briefly escape the relegation zone, thanks to a strong first half performance. Will things improve for Rick Kruijs and his team?

**Score Progression:**

**Heracles Almelo 0 – 2 FC Twente**
Another derby took place on Sunday afternoon in the Twente region. The spotlight fell on the home crowd, which notably reacted after FC Twente’s opening goal. A moment between Ramiz Zerrouki and a ball boy from the home team turned out to be the most exciting incident, aside from the midfielder’s red card.

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**Feyenoord 3 – 4 Sparta**
The weekend concluded with another exhilarating derby. Just when it seemed NAC-NEC had set the standard for excitement, Feyenoord and Sparta raised the bar. Shaqueel van Persie starred in an action-packed match. Was this Robin van Persie’s last act as head coach?

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