Ion Nicolaescu and Jacob Trenskow settled the score at home against FC Groningen
SC Heerenveen vs
FC Groningen
SC Heerenveen clinched a thrilling 2-1 victory in their Eredivisie clash against FC Groningen on Sunday at Abe Lenstra Stadion.
FC Groningen started strong, with Luciano Valente breaking the deadlock in the 9th minute, aided by an assist from Thom van Bergen. It looked like the match might lean in their favour.
However, SC Heerenveen quickly responded as Jacob Trenskow equalized in the 12th minute, ensuring an early balance in the game. The intensity did not wane from then on.
The turning point came in the 63rd minute when Marvin Peersman of FC Groningen was sent off, tilting the odds heavily in Heerenveen's favour.
The home team capitalized on their advantage and sealed the deal in the 69th minute. Ion Nicolaescu scored after receiving a well-placed assist from Espen Van Ee, completing their comeback to secure a 2-1 lead.
The match saw a second red card in the 82nd minute when Brynjólfur Darri Willumsson of FC Groningen was shown off, further weakening their effort to equalize.
In the standings, SC Heerenveen positions themselves in 11th place, while FC Groningen holds the 6th spot. Both teams have some tough fixtures ahead, with Heerenveen facing Heracles Almelo, FC Utrecht, and NEC, while Groningen will take on Go Ahead Eagles, Ajax, and FC Utrecht.