The Eredivisie’s third matchday brought a feast of attacking football and shifting fortunes at both ends of the table, with title contenders flexing their muscles and newly-promoted sides feeling the heat. Fans across the Netherlands were treated to a goal-laden Sunday, as PSV, Feyenoord Rotterdam, and Go Ahead Eagles all secured convincing victories to set the early pace for the 2026-2027 campaign.
Match Results
| Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|
 Go Ahead Eagles | 3 - 1 |  ADO Den Haag |
 PSV | 5 - 1 |  FC Groningen |
 SC Cambuur-Leeuwarden | 2 - 5 |  Feyenoord Rotterdam |
The early kick-off in Eindhoven set the tone as PSV overcame a shock opener from FC Groningen to record a thumping 5-1 win. Brynjólfur Willumsson briefly had the visitors dreaming with a clinical finish inside the opening ten minutes, but the defending champions responded with authority. After a fortunate deflection brought them level, PSV’s attacking firepower overwhelmed Groningen in the second half. Ruben van Bommel was at the heart of everything, tormenting the opposition with his relentless runs down the flank and playing a crucial role in Ivan Perisic’s go-ahead goal. The hosts’ resilience and depth were on full display, reinforcing their status as early title favorites while dealing Groningen a first defeat of the season.
Meanwhile, Feyenoord Rotterdam matched their rivals’ statement win with a 5-2 demolition of SC Cambuur-Leeuwarden away from home. The visitors asserted their dominance from the outset, showcasing the fluid attacking play that has made them one of the league’s most feared sides. Five goals on the road not only boost their goal difference but also send a clear message to the rest of the Eredivisie that Feyenoord are determined to keep pace in the championship race.
Equally impressive were Go Ahead Eagles, who continued their fairytale start to the season by dispatching ADO Den Haag 3-1 at De Adelaarshorst. Søren Tengstedt was the headline act, breaking a club record by scoring in his fourth consecutive league appearance—a feat not achieved since 1995. Tengstedt’s opener and an assist for Victor Edvardsen’s second-half strike underscored his growing influence, propelling the Eagles to second place in the standings and compounding the misery for winless ADO Den Haag, who are still seeking their first top-flight point since promotion.
With the traditional powerhouses asserting themselves and upstarts like Go Ahead Eagles emerging as early surprises, the 2026-2027 Eredivisie season is already delivering drama and intrigue. The latest round of fixtures showcased both individual brilliance and collective strength, setting the stage for a campaign full of twists and memorable moments.