NEC Nijmegen and FC Groningen draw in Eredivisie match

NEC Nijmegen and FC Groningen played to a 2-2 draw in their Eredivisie matchup. FC Groningen initially held a 2-0 lead and appeared to be on track for their first victory in thirteen years, but NEC Nijmegen managed to equalize during the second half.

Groningen coach Dick Lukkien expressed satisfaction with the entertaining nature of the match but noted disappointment at dropping two points. NEC coach Dick Schreuder highlighted the team's ability to apply pressure in the final half-hour, despite conceding goals too easily. Brynjólfur Willumsson scored twice for Groningen, bringing his season total to eight goals and making him a joint top scorer in the league.