The Eredivisie delivered a spectacular round of action on September 13, with dramatic late winners, resounding victories, and individual brilliance captivating fans across the Netherlands. From a seven-goal explosion in Zwolle to a nerve-wracking finish in Rotterdam, the 2026-2027 campaign continues to provide compelling storylines as teams jockey for early-season momentum.
Match Results
| Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|
 SBV Excelsior | 1 - 2 |  FC Utrecht |
 SC Heerenveen | 0 - 0 |  Telstar 1963 |
 PEC Zwolle | 0 - 7 |  Feyenoord Rotterdam |
 PSV | 4 - 1 |  Sparta Rotterdam |
The most emphatic statement of the weekend came from Feyenoord Rotterdam, who demolished PEC Zwolle 7-0 on their travels. Still smarting from a heavy European defeat against FC Barcelona, the Rotterdam giants responded in the best possible fashion. Striker Nacho Ferri was the headline act, officially recording his first hat-trick for the club after the referee awarded him the opening goal. Captain Luciano Valente was quick to praise the team’s relentless attacking play, suggesting the margin could have been even greater by halftime. This dominant performance not only restored confidence but also sent a clear message to their domestic rivals.
Equally impressive was PSV’s commanding 4-1 win over Sparta Rotterdam at the Philips Stadion. Despite conceding an early goal due to a defensive error, PSV quickly asserted their authority. Sven Mijnans, facing his former club, delivered a sensational hat-trick to inspire the reigning champions to victory and propel them to the top of the league table. Kodai Sano’s goal added gloss to the scoreline, and the result allowed PSV to capitalize on AZ Alkmaar’s earlier stumble, reinforcing their status as title favorites in the new season.
There was no shortage of late drama in Rotterdam, where FC Utrecht claimed their first win of the season with a thrilling 2-1 victory over SBV Excelsior. The contest was decided deep into stoppage time, as Dani de Wit produced a moment of magic to chip home the winner in the 93rd minute. The victory marks a crucial turning point for FC Utrecht, alleviating pressure and providing a much-needed morale boost after a difficult start to the campaign.
Not every match was filled with goals, however, as SC Heerenveen and Telstar 1963 played out a goalless draw in a tightly contested affair. Both teams battled hard for points, but neither could find a breakthrough, leaving them to settle for a single point each. With the season still in its early stages, such results could have implications further down the line for teams aiming for a top-half finish or fighting to avoid relegation.
As the dust settles on another thrilling weekend, the Eredivisie table is already taking shape, with new heroes emerging and established powers flexing their muscles. With hat-tricks, late winners, and emphatic victories lighting up the league, Dutch football fans can look forward to plenty more excitement as the 2026-2027 season unfolds.