The Eredivisie delivered another action-packed Saturday, with high-scoring affairs and a dramatic Rotterdam derby setting the tone for the fourth round of the 2026/27 campaign. Title contenders flexed their muscles, while local rivals ensured sparks flew in one of the league’s most passionate fixtures. As the league table begins to take shape, the weekend’s results have already started to separate the early frontrunners from those struggling to find their form.
Match Results
| Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|
 SBV Excelsior | 2 - 1 |  Sparta Rotterdam |
 AZ | 5 - 2 |  Go Ahead Eagles |
 PEC Zwolle | 1 - 3 |  NEC |
The headline clash of the day came from Rotterdam, where SBV Excelsior edged Sparta Rotterdam 2-1 in an electrifying derby. The Kralingen crowd were treated to a memorable encounter that saw Feyenoord loanee Aymen Sliti open the scoring for SBV Excelsior with a spectacular half-volley. Sparta Rotterdam responded after the interval through Milan Zonneveld, who continued his hot streak with a second goal in as many games. But it was 22-year-old defender Nesto Groen who stole the show, settling the contest with a stunning late winner deep into stoppage time. The win marks a significant boost for SBV Excelsior and will be remembered as an early highlight of their season, especially with the bragging rights secured in the city.
Meanwhile, AZ showcased their title credentials with a commanding 5-2 home triumph over Go Ahead Eagles. The Alkmaar side’s emphatic attacking display maintained their perfect record—four wins from four—sending them clear at the top of the table. While individual goalscorers weren’t detailed, the sheer volume of goals underlines AZ’s depth and offensive firepower. For Go Ahead Eagles, the defeat was a setback after a promising start, but their position in the top half of the standings suggests plenty of room for recovery as the season unfolds.
Elsewhere, NEC picked up a crucial 3-1 away win at PEC Zwolle, compounding the hosts’ recent woes. PEC Zwolle’s defensive frailties were once again exposed, resulting in a fourth defeat in five matches and intensifying the pressure on their squad. In contrast, NEC capitalized on their opponent’s struggles to secure three valuable points on the road, giving their own campaign a timely boost. The trajectory of these two sides is becoming increasingly clear: NEC are on the rise, while PEC Zwolle face a critical juncture early in the season.
With spectacular goals, last-minute drama, and early separation at the top and bottom of the table, this round of Eredivisie action has already provided plenty of storylines. As teams continue to settle into the new campaign, the battles for supremacy and survival are already heating up, promising even more excitement in the weeks ahead.