Fortuna Sittard dealt FC Utrecht their second defeat of the season, advancing past the Domstedelingen in a KNVB Beker match decided in extra time on September 20, 2025. Goalkeeper Mattijs Branderhorst proved pivotal, securing the win with key saves including one against Sébastien Haller during added time.
The victory marks a significant early-season result for Fortuna, while Utrecht faces mounting pressure after a shaky start to their campaign. The KNVB Beker offers a direct route to European competition, raising the stakes for both clubs as thay navigate the domestic schedule. This result positions Fortuna favorably in the cup competition and adds scrutiny to utrecht’s performance under manager Michael Silberbauer.
Throughout the match, Utrecht’s attempts from set pieces – eleven corners in total - proved unsuccessful. The decisive moment came in extra time when Branderhorst denied Haller’s shot after the forward entered the game in the 60th minute, replacing David Min.
