Result
On 22 August 2026, 20:17, AZ defeated Fortuna Sittard 2-0. The win is AZ's third consecutive victory in the new Eredivisie season.
Scorers and moments
Jizz Hornkamp was the celebrated player with two goals. His first goal came in the first half (exact minute not specified). The second, a supersub moment, was scored in the 90+4 minute after a pass from Calvin Stengs.
Tactical details
In the 83rd minute Mexx Meerdink had a big chance, but his shot was blocked. Ro-Zangelo Daal also had a chance. Mo Ihattaren was sent deep but could not hit the empty net. AZ made a double substitution: Elijah Dijkstra was injured and replaced by Seiya Maikuma; Ayoub Oufkir came in as a replacement for Meerdink.
Injuries and substitutions
Ayoub Oufkir forced goalkeeper Matthijs Branderhorst to make a save in injury time. The four minutes of injury time added extra tension, but AZ maintained control and defended their lead until the final whistle.
