Cambuur, who had struggled to pick up points in their first five matches, broke through NEC's defence in the 21st minute when Ilyes Hamache scored the opening goal. NEC's goalkeeper Gonzalo Crettaz was forced to make a crucial save shortly after, but the team's struggles continued. NEC had chances to equalise, but Devid Bouah's headers from two free kicks went wide. The team's frustration grew as the match wore on, with Iwan Henstra scoring the final goal in the dying minutes. NEC will need to regroup quickly, as they face a crucial Europa League match against Juventus in Turijn on Thursday.