De Graafschap fell to a 3-2 defeat at home against Roda JC in a thrilling Netherlands Eerste Divisie encounter on December 13, 2025. The match at De Vijverberg was a classic, end-to-end affair with the lead changing hands before Roda JC snatched a late winner. De Graafschap started strongly, taking an early lead, but Roda JC responded with two quick goals to turn the game on its head before halftime. The home side showed great spirit to fight back and level the score in the second half, setting up a grandstand finish. However, Roda JC had the final say, scoring a decisive goal in the closing stages to secure all three points in a match that was a great advertisement for the league.