Telstar lost 2-0 to FC Groningen on Saturday evening in Velsen-Zuid. The defeat came from goals by Dies Janse and Jorg Schreuders, who rarely score. This match was significant for FC Groningen, which has now earned more points than last season and is actively competing for European playoff spots. Telstar, which has been playing offensively all season, struggled to create real danger in the first half. The defense, led by Ronald Koeman junior, managed to limit the damage but could not prevent the goals. In the second half, Telstar had a few chances, but the attackers failed to find the net. The match concluded with a second goal for FC Groningen in injury time, adding to Telstar's frustration. This defeat will motivate the club to come back stronger in the upcoming matches.