Eredivisie 2024-25: Fortuna Sittard-Go Ahead Eagles, likely lineups

Fortuna Sittard-Go Ahead Eagles, the likely lineups

Fortuna Sittard and the Go Ahead Eagles face off in search of vital points to maintain seventh place in the standings, which guarantees access to the Conference League playoffs. The match is scheduled for Friday at 8 p.m., as part of the 18th day of the Eredivisie, the Dutch top league.

The two teams, both on 25 points, are experiencing a positive moment. Fortuna Sittard is coming off two consecutive victories, including a surprising 2-5 away win against third-ranked Utrecht. The Go Ahead Eagles are also in good form, having picked up 7 points in their last three matches, with notable results such as a 5-0 win against Nijmegen and the recent 2-1 win against Breda, a direct competitor.

This will be the second challenge of the season between the two formations. In the first match, played on Aug. 11 (it was the opening day of the league), Fortuna Sittard won away with a clear 0-2 victory, thanks to goals by Halilovic and Aiko.

Probable lineups

Fortuna Sittard (4-2-3-1): Koopmans; Ivo Pinto, van Ottele, Guth, Dijks; Bastien, Rosier; Michut, Fosso, Peterson; Da Cruz. Coach: Buijs.

Go Ahead Eagles (4-2-3-1): Plogmann; Deijl, Nauber, Kramer, James; Linthorst, Llansana; Antman, Breum, Oliver Edvardsen; Victor Edvardsen. Coach: Simonis.