Heerenveen – AZ Alkmaar

Heerenveen’s home defeat to AZ Alkmaar ended 2‑3, leaving the Dutch side still stuck in 11th place with six points from six games – a solitary win, three draws and two losses, and a modest –2 goal difference. AZ, meanwhile, stretched their lead at the top of the table, moving to 16 points after five victories and a draw, and boosting their tally to +11 after scoring 17 and conceding six. The result widened the gap between the two clubs, as Heerenveen have yet to claim a win in their head‑to‑head this season, while AZ secured their sole triumph in the encounter. With the season still early, the Dutch champions will look to maintain momentum, whereas Heerenveen must chase points to climb out of the lower half.