Groningen vs Utrecht Result
Eredivisie · Netherlands
Groningen
Full Time
Utrecht
📍 Euroborg, Groningen
🗓️ Saturday, 14 Feb 2026 at 20:00
Late Drama as Utrecht Stun Groningen with Last-Gasp Winner
Utrecht produced a dramatic late turnaround to snatch a 2-1 victory over Groningen at the Euroborg, overturning a second-half deficit with two goals in the final 11 minutes. Groningen had taken the lead early in the second half, but Utrecht's persistence paid off as they equalized in the 79th minute before sealing all three points with a stoppage-time winner. The visitors edged possession with 52% and were more incisive in attack, registering 15 shots with 7 on target compared to Groningen's 11 efforts and just 2 on target. Despite a spirited display from the hosts and a resolute defensive effort for much of the match, Utrecht's pressure—especially from set pieces, as evidenced by their 8 corners—eventually broke Groningen’s resistance, leaving the home fans stunned at the final whistle.
Groningen
Groningen set up in a classic 4-4-2 and looked well-drilled for much of the contest, especially after taking the lead early in the second half. The midfield quartet worked hard to disrupt Utrecht’s rhythm, and the defense held firm under sustained pressure for long spells. However, a lack of attacking threat—just 2 shots on target from 11 attempts—ultimately cost them, as they failed to build on their advantage and were undone by Utrecht’s late surge.
Key Players
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Weaknesses
Utrecht
Utrecht’s 4-2-3-1 setup allowed them to control the ball and probe patiently, with their midfield trio providing both defensive cover and attacking impetus. They were the more adventurous side, as reflected in their superior shot count and 8 corners. After falling behind, Utrecht showed character and tactical flexibility, pushing numbers forward and eventually reaping the rewards with two late goals to claim a deserved victory.
Key Players
Strengths
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Key Moments
52' — Goal
Thom van Bergen puts Groningen ahead, finishing off a rare incisive attack.
79' — Goal
Utrecht equalize after sustained pressure, shifting momentum decisively.
90' — Goal
Artem Stepanov scores the winner for Utrecht in stoppage time, silencing the home crowd.
67' — Yellow Card
Utrecht's only booking, reflecting their disciplined approach despite chasing the game.
Tactical Analysis
Groningen’s 4-4-2 provided defensive solidity, with the midfield compact and the back four well-organized. Their pressing in central areas frustrated Utrecht for long spells, but their lack of width and limited attacking combinations left them toothless going forward. Utrecht’s 4-2-3-1 gave them numerical superiority in midfield, allowing them to dictate possession and recycle the ball patiently. Their use of width, particularly through overlapping full-backs and set pieces, stretched Groningen and ultimately proved decisive as fatigue set in for the hosts. The late introduction of extra attacking impetus from Utrecht tilted the balance, with more men committed forward in the closing stages.
Turning Point
Utrecht's equalizer in the 79th minute shifted the momentum, paving the way for their stoppage-time winner.
Man of the Match
Dani de Wit
Drove Utrecht’s comeback with relentless energy and was central to both late goals.