Lequincio Zeefuik was the standout performer in Fortuna Sittard's 2-3 away victory at FC Groningen on Friday evening. The attacker scored one goal and provided a key assist, propelling his team to sixth place in the VriendenLoterij Eredivisie with 7 points from their first 4 matches.

This match report was first published by Goal.com. Fortuna Sittard started brightly and found the net inside the opening fifteen minutes at the Euroborg stadium. Zeefuik sent goalkeeper Thijmen Blokzijl the wrong way with a feint in the penalty area before pulling the ball back for Mohamed Ihattaren. Ihattaren struck the ball first time and found the back of the net.

How did the first half unfold?

FC Groningen equalized through a well-worked move. Etienne Vaessen produced an excellent kick to start the attack. Thom van Bergen turned away from his marker and played the ball on to Jorg Schreuders. Schreuders found David van der Werff, who slotted home the leveler. Fortuna Sittard remained dangerous, and Tika de Jonge sent a header just wide of the far post.

What did Lequincio Zeefuik do after the break?

Lequincio Zeefuik restored Fortuna Sittard's lead. He raced behind the Groningen defense and lofted the ball over the advancing Vaessen. Later in the second half, Edouard Michut sealed the points. He won the ball with a press in midfield and found Anthony Descotte. Descotte scored from just outside the box.

What was the VAR's involvement?

The video assistant referee was consulted after Groningen substitute Ondrejka was brought down in the penalty area. VAR ruled out a penalty because Ondrejka was in an offside position when the pass was played. FC Groningen were gifted an own goal when Justin Hubner attempted to head the ball back to goalkeeper Mathijs Branderhorst, who had stepped off his line.

What does this win mean for Fortuna Sittard?

This victory moves Fortuna Sittard up to sixth in the Eredivisie table. They have taken 7 points from 4 games, with a goal difference of +1 (8 scored, 7 conceded). That leaves them 5 points behind league leaders AZ Alkmaar. Danny Buijs's side can now look ahead with confidence to their next fixture. They travel to face ADO Den Haag on Sunday, September 6, 2026. ADO currently sit 16th in the table. Supporters can view the full schedule on our fixtures page and track the live table via standings.

The next training session is scheduled for Monday morning at Sportpark De Heeg. The squad for the upcoming match will be announced on Thursday.