Decisive figure anchors Groningen with set-piece opener and eight clearances | OneFootball

Dies Janse headed in from a corner in the 32nd minute, setting Groningen up for a 2-0 win at Telstar after VAR confirmed the goal.

Rising in the six-yard area, Janse glanced the cross into the centre (32.), breaking a game that had been even to that point and giving the visitors control.

He then drew a save with a left-footed effort in the third minute of first half stoppage time. Later, he sent another attempt wide following a corner (86.).

The defender's numbers told the story: eight clearances, he won possession seven times, and produced two shots on target from three attempts. That blend of penalty-box threat and penalty-area defending underpinned Groningen's grip on the match.

With reliable set-piece delivery and space to attack the ball, Janse's aerial presence at both ends kept Telstar uncomfortable and ensured the visitors managed the key phases.

Groningen host Go Ahead Eagles next. Telstar visit Utrecht.