Fortuna Sittard – AZ Alkmaar

Fortuna Sittard’s season‑opening home game ended in a 0‑2 defeat at the hands of AZ Alkmaar, a result that left the Dutch side firmly entrenched in second place with 16 points from six matches. The visitors, unbeaten so far with five wins and a draw, extended their goal difference to +11 after the win, while the hosts slipped to seventh, sitting on 10 points and a -2 goal difference. The loss marked Fortuna’s second defeat of the campaign, adding to the two they have already suffered in six games. This was the first meeting of the campaign between the two clubs, with AZ now holding a 1‑0 head‑to‑head advantage. The three points keep AZ in the hunt for the title, while Fortuna remains locked in the lower mid‑table scramble.