Twente — Fortuna Sittard : Match Preview and Prediction for September 26,2025

Twente’s Rocky Start and New Management

Twente had a disastrous start to the season, losing 3 of their first 4 Eredivisie matches. This prompted the Enschede club’s management to dismiss Ooting and appoint John van den Brom. Van den Brom’s previous stints at Genk and Vitesse were marked by inconsistent performances and a rather flamboyant, if not always effective, style of play.

Defensive Woes and Key Absences for Twente

While the arrival of the new coach brought a slight positive impulse to Zerrouki and his teammates, the “Reds” continue to concede goals at an alarming rate, evidenced by a 2-2 home draw against Breda and a crushing 5-1 defeat away to Sparta. Although the team’s attacking potential is undeniable, their defensive solidity is highly questionable, having let in goals in all six league games this season against various opponents. For the upcoming match against Fortuna, Twente will be without Kjolo, Lammers, and Lemkin due to injuries.

Fortuna Sittard’s Mid-Table Consistency

In recent years, Fortuna Sittard has established itself as a mid-table Eredivisie side. Under Danny Buijs, the team finished 11th last season, narrowly missing out on a Conference League playoff spot by just two points.

Fortuna’s Strong Start and Potent Attack

However, the “Yellow-Greens” have started the new season impressively, currently sitting in the top 6 with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses from their opening six fixtures. Considering their modest status, these results are commendable. Notably, Fortuna recently defeated Europa League participant FC Utrecht 1-0 at home, thanks to an early goal from Mo Ihattaren, marking their third victory in the last four league games. The visitors are in excellent form, having scored in five of their six matches this season. For a Twente side in transition, Fortuna’s attack, led by Ihattaren, Aiko, and Gladon, will pose a significant threat. While Halilovic, Bastien, Sinkgraven, Bayram, and Van Ottele will miss the Twente match, these absences are expected to impact the team’s balance rather than their potent attack, which averages nearly two goals per game.