Resink brace propels Groningen to fifth after Volendam red card | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Groningen beat Volendam 3-0 at Euroborg in the Eredivisie. Mawouna Amevor was sent off in the 28th minute, and Stije Resink then struck (38.) from outside the box. Brynjolfur Willumsson doubled the lead after a fast break (74.), and after VAR confirmed the spot kick, Resink converted from the spot (89.). Groningen's pressure told across the night, with 25 attempts and 18 corners to the visitors' four attempts. Groningen rise from sixth to fifth and visit Go Ahead Eagles next, while Volendam host Genemuiden in the KNVB Beker before welcoming Sparta Rotterdam.

Player of the Match: Stije Resink dictated the game with two goals, four shots and 30 successful passes in the final third from 67 total, adding eight ball recoveries to anchor Groningen's control.

Stat of the Match: Groningen registered 25 attempts, a volume that kept Volendam penned back for long spells.

Three Things We Learned: Volendam's attacking threat evaporated after the dismissal, finishing with four attempts and just one on target. Thom van Bergen was a constant outlet, producing eight shots and supplying the assist for the second goal. Groningen's control was built on the ball, with 68.1% possession and 85.5% pass accuracy.