OffsAIde
·8 February 2026
Saibari and Man complete comeback at Groningen

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·8 February 2026

Match in Five Sentences: Groningen were edged 2-1 by PSV at the Euroborg. In the 17th minute Younes Taha put Groningen ahead with a tidy left-footed finish. After the restart, Ismael Saibari levelled (65.), and substitute Dennis Man struck the winner (76.). Boeren finished with 63.1% possession and 15 attempts, underlining their control. Boeren stay top and visit Volendam next, while Groningen host Utrecht next.
Player of the Match: Ismael Saibari drove the fightback, scoring the equaliser and leading the game with seven attempts, three on target, plus 14 successful final-third passes.
Stat of the Match: Joey Veerman completed 81 passes and made four key passes, dictating midfield for the visitors.
Three Things We Learned: Boeren generated 11 corners, and their set-piece pressure eventually told. Groningen produced eight attempts, all from inside the box, yet could not force an equaliser. Niek Schiks made three saves, providing a steady platform behind the turnaround.









































