Heerenveen – Utrecht

Heerenveen host a struggling Utrecht side in what promises to be a tight contest at the De Grolsch Veste. The hosts sit 11th in the table with six points from eight games, having scored just seven while conceding nine, whereas the visitors are 14th with five points and a heavy 11‑19 goal deficit. Both teams have only one win this season, but Heerenveen’s three draws give them a slight edge in consistency. Utrecht will be looking to close the gap on the relegation battle, while Heerenveen hope to turn their two defeats into a vital third victory to climb out of the lower mid‑table.