Heracles Almelo vs FC Groningen

FC Groningen made the trip to Almelo count, leaving with a 1-2 win that handed Heracles a 13th consecutive defeat. It was another painful afternoon at Asito Stadium for the hosts, who simply could not hold on after drawing level. Groningen struck early through David van der Werff in the 3rd minute, but Heracles hit back quickly — Tristan van Gilst levelling on 17 minutes after a neat assist from Mimeirhel Benita. The game was finely balanced at the break, but Tygo Land — set up by Marco Rente — fired Groningen back in front on 56 minutes and that proved the decisive blow. No red cards or penalties, just a pair of late yellows for Jan Žambůrek and Travis Hernes. For Heracles, a 13th straight league defeat marks a demoralising end to the season, raising serious questions ahead of the summer. Groningen, meanwhile, sign off with real momentum — a confident close to their Eredivisie campaign.