NEC Nijmegen vs Fortuna Sittard Result
Eredivisie · Netherlands
NEC Nijmegen
Full Time
Fortuna Sittard
📍 Goffertstadion, Nijmegen
🗓️ Saturday, 28 Feb 2026 at 20:00
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CERTIFIED WPredicted
2 - 1
Actual
2 - 3
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Late Drama as Fortuna Sittard Edge NEC Nijmegen 3-2 in Five-Goal Thriller
Fortuna Sittard snatched all three points in a pulsating 3-2 victory over NEC Nijmegen at the Goffertstadion, prevailing in a match that ebbed and flowed until the final whistle. NEC took the lead in the 19th minute, only for Fortuna to respond with goals in the 27th, 59th, and 65th minutes, turning the game on its head. Despite a late NEC surge and a 90th-minute goal to set up a tense finish, Fortuna held firm to secure a vital away win. NEC dominated possession with a commanding 69% share and racked up 15 shots, but their inability to convert pressure into goals proved costly. Fortuna, clinical on the counter and efficient in front of goal with 9 shots on target from 13 attempts, capitalized on defensive lapses and showcased resilience to weather NEC’s late onslaught.
NEC Nijmegen
NEC Nijmegen started brightly, controlling the tempo and dictating play with their 3-4-1-2 formation. Their dominance in possession (69%) and 10 corners reflected their attacking intent, and they broke the deadlock early. However, lapses in concentration allowed Fortuna back into the game, and despite a spirited late push that yielded a 90th-minute goal, NEC fell short. Their finishing let them down, with only 4 of 15 shots hitting the target, and defensive vulnerabilities were ruthlessly exposed by the visitors.
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Fortuna Sittard
Fortuna Sittard executed a masterclass in counter-attacking football. Despite seeing just 31% of the ball, they were incisive and ruthless in front of goal, converting 3 of their 9 shots on target. Their 4-2-3-1 setup provided defensive solidity and quick transitions, allowing them to overturn an early deficit and build a two-goal cushion by the 65th minute. Though they conceded late, their defensive organization and clinical finishing under pressure saw them through to a hard-fought win.
Key Players
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Weaknesses
Key Moments
19' — Goal
Koki Ogawa opens the scoring for NEC, finishing off a flowing move.
27' — Goal
Fortuna Sittard equalize, shifting the momentum.
59' — Goal
Kaj Sierhuis puts Fortuna ahead, capitalizing on a defensive lapse.
65' — Goal
Fortuna extend their lead to 3-1 with another swift attack.
90' — Goal
Tjaronn Chery scores for NEC, setting up a tense finale.
various' — Yellow Cards
Both teams pick up a yellow card each in a competitive contest.
Tactical Analysis
NEC Nijmegen’s 3-4-1-2 formation allowed them to dominate the ball and overload the midfield, but they struggled to break down Fortuna’s compact 4-2-3-1 block. Fortuna absorbed pressure and broke quickly, exploiting the space behind NEC’s wingbacks. The visitors’ midfield duo shielded the back four effectively, while their attacking trio supported Sierhuis on the break. Both managers made tactical substitutions in the second half to inject fresh legs, but Fortuna’s shape remained disciplined, frustrating NEC’s late push. Set pieces were a key avenue for NEC, but Fortuna’s defense held firm until the dying minutes.
Turning Point
Kaj Sierhuis’s goal in the 59th minute, which gave Fortuna Sittard the lead and forced NEC to chase the game.
Man of the Match
Kaj Sierhuis
Scored the pivotal goal and led the line with energy, causing constant problems for NEC’s defense.