Mijnans double sets tone as AZ ease past Heerenveen | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: AZ beat Heerenveen 3-0 in the Eredivisie. Sven Mijnans struck in the seventh minute from outside the box after a corner, then added a second (8.). VAR ruled out an Alexandre Penetra finish for offside (22.). AZ controlled the game with 23 attempts, 10 on target, and 57.5% possession. AZ stay sixth and now host Shakhtar Donetsk in the Conference League next, while Heerenveen drop from seventh to eighth and host Fortuna Sittard next.

Player of the Match: Sven Mijnans set the platform with a first half brace, hit three shots on target and completed 45 accurate passes to connect AZ's midfield to attack.

Stat of the Match: AZ registered 23 attempts and 10 on target, reflecting sustained pressure throughout.

Three Things We Learned: An early double from Sven Mijnans gave AZ a cushion that settled the contest. AZ's control showed in 57.5% possession, 537 total passes and 85.7% passing accuracy. Heerenveen managed seven attempts and one on target, with Oliver Braude hitting the post.