AZ Alkmaar remains the only perfect team in the Eredivisie after a 0-2 victory away at Fortuna Sittard. Goalkeeper Jari De Busser was decisive again with a spectacular late save.
The Belgian keeper produced a key stop in the second half, pushing a dangerous free-kick from Shiloh 't Zand over the bar to preserve a 0-1 lead. AZ soon sealed the win, putting the Alkmaar side top of the table with nine points from three matches. De Busser, who joined from Go Ahead Eagles this summer, has conceded only one goal so far this season.
The signing of Jari De Busser is already looking like a masterstroke for AZ Alkmaar. The goalkeeper was the cup hero for Go Ahead Eagles last season, making a series of key saves and penalty stops in the KNVB Cup final. His performances at AZ confirm that form. According to the club's stats, he has a save percentage above 80% across the first three league games. His arrival provided an immediate upgrade to the last line of defence, forming the foundation for this strong start.
De Busser himself was initially lost for words after the win in Sittard. "Bizarre. I have no words for it," he told Sporza. "This is where boyhood dreams come true." His dream now continues with the Eredivisie leaders.
With three consecutive wins, AZ Alkmaar sits alone at the summit. The team has nine points and a goal difference of +6, the best in the league at this stage. Traditional top clubs Ajax, PSV and Feyenoord have all already dropped points. The full table can be viewed on our standings page. The next match is at home, offering a chance to potentially extend the lead.
The solid defence is a key pillar. Alongside De Busser, the central defensive pairing has been consistent. The team has conceded just one goal, the fewest of any Eredivisie side. This builds confidence for the coming weeks, during which AZ faces a mix of home and away fixtures according to the fixtures schedule.
The perfect start underlines AZ Alkmaar's ambitions this campaign. The team is showing resilience and efficiency, even in away matches. De Busser's arrival has created healthy competition for the goalkeeper spot and delivered instant results. The squad now has a solid base to handle the upcoming busy period.
The team has sufficient depth to cope with the pressure, as shown by the squad list. Several players have already proven their worth. The early standout performers must maintain their form, but the breadth of the group provides options. The focus now shifts to the next match, where AZ will aim to defend top spot. The momentum is with them, and that is a powerful asset in a long season.
