The supporters chanted 'Schaam je kapot' (Shame on you) as the players arrived back at the stadium. This comes after PEC Zwolle's disappointing loss to FC Groningen in the Eredivisie, leaving the club with four points and 16th place in the competition. Voetbal International reports that trainer Henry van der Vegt described the team's defensive mistakes as 'heel naïef' (very naive) and expressed relief that the international break had begun.

Directeur Gerry Hamstra attempted to explain to the fans that the club needs their support now more than ever, and that the current staff has the qualities to succeed with PEC Zwolle. The club has a month to work on a recovery, with their next match scheduled for 11 October.