Go Ahead Eagles Keep Soaring with Late Victory Over FC Groningen

Go Ahead Eagles secured a thrilling injury-time victory over FC Groningen, thanks to a 91st-minute goal from substitute Milan Smit, extending their unbeaten streak to eight games.

Go Ahead Eagles continued their impressive Eredivisie campaign with a thrilling injury-time victory over FC Groningen, thanks to a late goal from substitute Milan Smit. This win adds to their already impressive unbeaten streak, which now stands at eight games.

Go Ahead Eagles got off to a blistering start, scoring the opening goal through Oliver Antman. The goal was the culmination of a lightning-fast counter-attack that saw the team move the ball from their own box to the back of the net in just eight touches. Despite their early advantage, the home side struggled to assert control over the game, allowing Groningen to create several scoring opportunities through Luciano Valente.

However, Groningen's efforts to equalize were ultimately rewarded when Iceland striker Brynjolfur Willumsson scored with a clever header from a Mats Seuntjens cross. Willumsson's goal was his first since scoring a double in Groningen's draw against Feyenoord last September, and it brought his team level with Go Ahead Eagles, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.

The match took a dramatic turn when Norwegian youngster Oliver Edvardsen's attempt to retake the lead for Go Ahead Eagles cannoned off the crossbar, narrowly missing its mark. This close call seemed to galvanize the hosts, who regained control of possession after the break and pressed for the lead, but Groningen's defense held firm for most of the second half.

Despite their dominance, Go Ahead Eagles struggled to create clear-cut scoring opportunities, allowing Groningen to remain in contention for a surprise win. However, the visitors' hopes were ultimately dashed in the dying minutes of the game. A free-kick from Victor Edvardsen caused chaos in the box, and substitute Milan Smit capitalized on the uncertainty, scoring his first goal for Go Ahead Eagles in the 91st minute.

The late winner sparked jubilation among the home crowd as Go Ahead Eagles celebrated another hard-fought victory. The win took their points tally to 31, leaving them just five points adrift of fourth-placed Feyenoord. In contrast, FC Groningen's winless streak extended to four games, leaving them perilously close to the relegation zone. With only two wins since August, the pressure is mounting on Dick Luckien's team to turn their season around.