Mohamed Ihattaren scored for Fortuna Sittard. After the goal he ran to a TV camera, which fans described as egotistical.
Why did Ihattaren cause controversy?
Ihattaren's first goal came in the opening quarter of the match against FC Groningen, assisted by Lecquinio Zeefuik. Instead of running to the assistant, he sprinted to a television camera and shouted something, which fans interpreted as self-centered. A fan said: "What an egoist that Ihattaren is. Surely you go straight to Zeefuik to thank him for the wonderful assist?" Another reacted: "Zeefuik does the work, Ihattaren finishes it off simply, but instead of thanking and congratulating Zeefuik, Ihattaren would rather walk towards the camera to mutter something about himself."
How did the rest of the team react?
Fortuna Sittard equalised 1-1 via Jorg Schreuders, who scored after a play involving Etienne Vaessen and Thom van Bergen. Van Bergen committed a foul during the buildup. David van der Werff scored the equalising goal. Zeefuik then scored the go-ahead goal, lifting the ball over Vaessen.
What does Goal.com say?
According to Goal.com, Ihattaren caused a stir with his bizarre action after the goal. The outlet highlighted that fans accused him of egoism and that he did not thank Zeefuik.
What are the current club statistics?
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 5th in Eredivisie, 7 pts, 2W-1D-1L from 4 games, recent form WLWD |
| Goals this season | 8 scored, 7 conceded (+1 goal difference) |
| Title race | 2 points behind leaders AZ Alkmaar |
| Next fixture | vs ADO Den Haag (away, 2026-09-06) |
| Currently sidelined | Sven Simons |
What does this mean for upcoming matches?
With the current form (WLWD) and the fifth-place position, Fortuna Sittard remains close to the top. The upcoming match against ADO Den Haag on September 6 offers a chance to widen the gap on AZ Alkmaar. For more info on the current squad and injuries, visit our squad and injuries pages.
How is the club doing in the competition? Fortuna Sittard sits fifth in the Eredivisie, with seven points from four games. The club has a positive goal difference of one. They are only two points behind leaders AZ Alkmaar, making every match crucial for the title race.
Where can I find more fixtures? For an overview of upcoming fixtures, check our fixtures page. The club is at the top of the table and aims to secure a top-three finish.
Conclusion Ihattaren's action drew attention, but the club remains focused on the competition. With a strong position and a positive goal difference, Fortuna Sittard is ready to continue the title fight.
