Klaas-Jan Huntelaar scored a hat-trick as Ajax moved three points clear at the top of Eredivisie with a comfortable 6-2 victory against struggling Excelsior.
Ajax increased the pressure on their title rivals PSV Eindhoven by reclaiming top spot in the Eredivisie with a comfortable 4-1 victory at Willem II.
PSV battled back to snatch a 2-2 at Heerenveen thanks to Donyell Malen's goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time.
Feyenoord missed the chance to make ground on the Eredivisie top two after losing 3-1 at PEC Zwolle on Saturday.
PSV Eindhoven opened up a five-point gap at the top of the Eredivisie following a comprehensive 4-0 victory at nine-man Heracles Almelo.
Feyenoord extended their winning streak to five Eredivisie matches after four second-half goals inspired them to a 4-1 victory over Emmen.
| # | Team | Pl | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Excelsior | 6 | 2 | 9 |
| 8 | Fortuna Sittard | 6 | 0 | 9 |
| 9 | H Almelo | 5 | -2 | 7 |
| 10 | NEC | 6 | 0 | 7 |
| 11 | PEC Zwolle | 6 | -4 | 7 |
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