The Eredivisie season concludes this weekend with Fortuna Sittard hosting Heracles at Erve Asito. While Fortuna has secured their top-flight status for next season, Heracles enters the match in a precarious position, battling to avoid relegation.

Fortuna Sittard’s Struggles and Heracles’ Losing Streak

Fortuna Sittard comes into the match on a disappointing run of form, failing to win in their last seven games (three draws and four losses). This slump has left them positioned eleventh in the league table with 37 points. Offensively, they have managed 37 goals, but defensively, they have conceded a concerning 56 goals in 33 matches. Heracles, on the other hand, finds themselves in a relegation scrap, sitting just three points above the drop zone with one match remaining. Their situation is further complicated by a four-game losing streak, with their most recent defeat being a humiliating 4-0 loss to Excelsior.

Fortuna Looks to Repeat Dominant Home Victory Against Heracles

Fans might find solace in Fortuna Sittard’s convincing 4-1 victory over Heracles in their previous encounter at Fortuna Sittard Stadion back in November. This match showcased their offensive prowess, with goals from Rodrigo Guth, Milan Robberechts, Alen Halilovic, and Kaj Sierhuis. Heracles could only manage a consolation goal from Mario Engels in the 89th minute.

Sierhuis and Hornkamp Lead the Attack for Respective Teams

Looking at individual players, Fortuna Sittard has relied heavily on Kaj Sierhuis’ goal-scoring ability throughout the season. He has found the net on twelve occasions, including three crucial opening goals. Similarly, Heracles has benefitted from Jizz Hornkamp’s attacking contributions. He leads the team with ten goals, with three of them being the all-important first goals of the match.

Contrasting Home and Away Form Sets the Stage

The venue for this match could play a significant role in determining the outcome. At home this season, Heracles has displayed a mixed bag of results, recording six wins, three draws, and seven losses in their sixteen Eredivisie matches. In contrast, Fortuna Sittard will be looking to overcome their dismal away form, which consists of only two wins, four draws, and a staggering ten losses in league fixtures on the road. Their away woes are further emphasized by their current four-match away winless streak, with their last away victory dating back to February.