Fortuna Sittard begins its preparation for the 2026/2027 season on Sunday, June 21. The first training session will take place at 11:00 AM at the training complex in Buchten, where supporters are welcome to attend. Under the guidance of coach Danny Buijs, Fortuna Sittard finished eleventh in the VriendenLoterij Eredivisie last season, securing their place in the top Dutch league for another year. Behind the scenes, preparations for the new football year are already underway. The first friendly match is scheduled for Friday, June 26, when Fortuna will face FC Ria at Sportpark Krekelzank in Nieuwstadt. This match holds special significance for FC Ria as the club celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026. A week later, on Friday, July 3, Fortuna will play against Lierse SK. This match will be held, pending confirmation, at Sportpark Op de Hooven in Nederweert-Eind. Fortuna and Lierse met there last October, where Fortuna lost 8-1 with a weakened squad. Additionally, the Fortuna Fan Day is set for Sunday, July 26, at the Markt in Sittard, with more information about the day's events to follow.