Heerenveen dominated Friday evening's friendly, beating De Graafschap 7-2 in a convincing display. The Frisians unleashed their attack and finished the match with a flurry of goals that briefly brightened their recent form.

How did the match unfold?

The game opened quickly; within the first 15 minutes Heerenveen were already 2-0 up thanks to a header from Jens Odgaard and a long‑range strike by Milan van Ewijk. The Superboeren responded briefly but could not withstand the Frisians' pressure. Mid‑first half, Odgaard netted his second goal, then provided an assist for Van Ewijk's second. The score was 4-0 at halftime.

Why does this result matter?

Even though it was a friendly, the 7-2 win shows Heerenveen possess a wide range of scoring options. The attack, led by Odgaard and Van Ewijk, delivered six goals in 60 minutes. This form may answer recent setbacks: Utrecht 3-2 Heerenveen on 21 May 2026 and a run of three defeats (LLDDL) in the last five league games. With the current standing—8th in the Eredivisie, 51 points, 14 wins, 9 draws, 11 losses—the Frisians are hungry for a boost.

Who stood out?

Jens Odgaard was unmistakably the night’s star with two goals and an assist. His movement in the sixth minute highlighted why the club signed him as a striker this season. Milan van Ewijk also delivered an impressive performance with two goals, including a superb free‑kick. For De Graafschap, Joris van der Veen was the sole scorer, but his side could not close the defensive gaps.

What does this mean for the weeks ahead?

The Frisians must translate their attacking firepower into league matches. With 57 goals scored and 53 conceded this season, the goal difference sits at +4, leaving room for improvement. They remain 33 points behind leaders PSV Eindhoven, so every three points counts. The win could provide a psychological lift before the next Eredivisie clash against AZ Alkmaar on 15 July 2026.

Heerenveen clearly showed they don’t need to get used to their opponents – they already know each other. The 7-2 victory signals the Frisians are ready to defend their mid‑table spot and perhaps climb higher.