Fortuna Sittard Edge PEC Zwolle in Seven-Goal Thriller

Fortuna Sittard 3 – 2 PEC Zwolle – Fortuna Sittard came out on top in a pulsating Eredivisie encounter at the Fortuna Sittard Stadion on May 10, 2026. The home side survived a late Zwolle fightback to claim three crucial points in their relegation battle.

Match Overview

Both teams entered the match desperate for points – Fortuna to move clear of the drop zone, Zwolle to keep their slim European hopes alive. The game exploded into life inside the first 20 minutes, with three goals flying in before the half-hour mark.

Key Moments

• 12' – Goal Fortuna: Tijjani Reijnders curls a free-kick over the wall and into the top corner.
• 18' – Goal Zwolle: Eliano Reijnders (no relation) volleys home from a corner to equalise.
• 24' – Goal Fortuna: A swift counter ends with Paul Gladon slotting past the keeper.
• 58' – Goal Fortuna: Gladon doubles his tally with a powerful header from a cross.
• 79' – Goal Zwolle: substitute Samir Lagsir fires in from distance to set up a nervy finish.

Tactical Story

Fortuna Sittard set up in a compact 4-4-2, looking to absorb pressure and break quickly. The strategy worked perfectly in the first half, with Reijnders and Gladon combining well. Zwolle dominated possession but often lacked incision in the final third. After going 3-1 down, Zwolle pushed forward and pulled one back, but Fortuna’s defensive resilience held firm in the closing stages.

Standout Players

Paul Gladon was the hero for the hosts with a brace, taking his season tally to eight goals. For Zwolle, Eliano Reijnders impressed in midfield, scoring one and creating several chances.

Season Impact

Fortuna Sittard climbed to 14th place, five points clear of the relegation play-off spot. PEC Zwolle remained 10th, now seven points off the top six with only four matches left.