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FC Utrecht Fixtures 2025/2026 – Full Schedule, Calendar Download & Club FAQs

Season Preview & Kick-Off

FC Utrecht enters the 2025/26 season with renewed ambition and stability after a highly successful Eredivisie campaign in 2024/25. Last year's fourth-place finish, the club's highest finish in several seasons, marked a significant step forward and earned Utrecht a spot in the 2025/26 UEFA Europa League. It was a season marked by tactical maturity, a strong squad structure, and increased consistency—elements that head coach Ron Jans has emphasized since taking over in September 2023.

Under Jans, Utrecht has developed into a well-organized, confident team capable of competing with the league's traditional powerhouses. His approach combines experienced leadership with exciting young talent, allowing Utrecht to maintain a balance between attacking intent and defensive organization. With a season featuring three major competitions—the Eredivisie, KNVB Cup, and Europa League—the club's goals are to extend last year's upward trend, reach deep in the domestic cup, and make a splash in Europe.

This page is the central hub for Utrecht supporters for everything related to the upcoming campaign. Whether you're looking for FC Utrecht fixtures, a Utrecht match schedule, or a Utrecht calendar, this guide includes fixture lists, live-updating calendar integration, historical context, squad outlines, and fan culture. Everything you need to follow every match at Galgenwaard Stadium—home or away—is here.

Competitions Overview

In the 2025/26 season, FC Utrecht will play in:

• Eredivisie
The top division of Dutch football. Utrecht will try to consolidate its status as a top-five club and secure European qualification again through the league.

• KNVB Cup:
A competition in which the club has historically performed well. With three titles under its belt, the cup remains a key goal every season.

• UEFA Europa League (League Phase)
After a strong final ranking in 2024/25, Utrecht will enter the new European format, with guaranteed multiple group matches and appealing opponents coming to Galgenwaard.

Full Fixture List

The official Eredivisie and UEFA fixtures for 2025/26 will appear here as soon as they are released. The list will include:

• Full match dates

• Home/away designation

• Kick-off times

• Stadium information

• Links to previews

When matches shift during the year due to TV choices, cup ties or European matchdays, updates will automatically be reflected in the calendar feed.

Download the FC Utrecht Match Calendar

You can download an automatically updating .ics calendar that syncs with all major devices:

• Google Calendar

• Apple Calendar (iPhone, Mac)

• Outlook / Microsoft 365

Advantages of the automatic calendar:

• No need to manually adjust data

• Time zone conversion

• Automatic updates for postponed, moved or changed matches

• Including Eredivisie, KNVB Cup and Europa League matches

[Download Calendar]

Matchday FAQs

Is Utrecht playing today?
If Utrecht is playing a match, it'll appear directly in your synced calendar. You'll always see at a glance what the next match is.

Are they on TV?

• Eredivisie & KNVB Cup: broadcast in the Netherlands on ESPN.

• Europa League: Available on selected channels such as Ziggo Sport or the international UEFA rights holder in your region.

Always check your local broadcast schedule for the most up-to-date information.

Can I download their full schedule?
Absolutely—use the Download Calendar button above to sync all the matches directly to your device's calendar app.

Will match dates change?
Yes. Eredivisie matches are often postponed due to:

• TV rights and selection periods

• KNVB Cup schedule

• UEFA Europa League matches

• Weather-related cancellations

The good news: your synced calendar will update automatically.

About the Club

When was the club founded?
FC Utrecht was founded on July 1, 1970, after the merger of three historic Utrecht clubs: DOS, Elinkwijk, and Velox. DOS, the most prominent of the three, won the national championship in 1957, laying the foundation for FC Utrecht's modern identity.

What are the club colors?
Utrecht's colors are red and white, often displayed in a striking diagonal sash pattern—a design that symbolizes the city's spirit and makes the kit one of the most recognizable in Dutch football.

Why are they called "De Domstedelingen" (The Dom City)?
The nickname refers to the residents of Utrecht, known as the Dom City because of the iconic Dom Tower, a central symbol of the city and a source of regional pride. The fans, players, and club culture revolve around this identity.

What chants do fans sing?
Popular chants at Galgenwaard Stadium include:

• A locally adapted version of “You'll Never Walk Alone,” often sung before important matches.

• “UTR-ECHT! UTR-ECHT!”—a rhythmic, stadium-shaking chant, led by the Bunnikside.

These chants reflect Utrecht's passionate, community-oriented supporter culture.

Emotional Utrecht crowd singing You’ll Never Walk Alone:

What is the stadium capacity?
Galgenwaard Stadium has a capacity of approximately 23,750 spectators. The stadium was renovated between 2000 and 2004 and is one of the most modern medium-sized football stadiums in the country.

Where is the club located?
FC Utrecht is located in the heart of the Netherlands, just east of Utrecht city center, making the stadium easily accessible for supporters from all over the region.

Current Team & Players

Who is the current manager?
Ron Jans will continue as head coach in the 2025/26 season. Since his arrival in 2023, he has overseen an impressive rebuilding effort, resulting in a top-four finish and qualification for Europe.

Who is the team captain?
Nick Viergever, the reliable, experienced center-back, leads the team with experience, composure, and tactical insight.

Who are the club’s most valuable players right now?

• Souffian El Karouani — a dynamic, attacking-minded left-back, known for his overlapping runs.

• Yoann Cathline — energetic winger with speed and creativity.

• Gjivai Zechiël / Alonzo Engwanda — emerging midfielders with high future potential.

• Sébastien Haller — proven centre-forward who returned to Utrecht and provides strength and presence at the front of the attack.

(Note: Paxten Aaronson, a previously standout loanee, is no longer part of the current roster.)

History & Records

Who are the top scorers in club history?

• Leo van Veen — widely recognized as Utrecht's all-time top scorer with approximately 150 goals.

• John van Loen — very productive in the eighties and early nineties.

• Dirk Kuyt — a modern legend whose success began at Utrecht, before breaking through at Feyenoord and Liverpool.

How many trophies has FC Utrecht won?

• 3x KNVB Cup — 1985, 2003, 2004

• 1× Johan Cruijff Shield — 2004

When did they last win the league?
FC Utrecht has never won the Eredivisie, although its predecessor, DOS, became national champions in 1957.

Who is the club's most successful manager?
Foeke Booy is generally considered Utrecht's most successful coach, having won two KNVB Cups and the 2004 Johan Cruyff Shield.

What's their biggest win ever?
Historical club sources cite several matches with a five-goal margin as the biggest official victories, both in the Eredivisie and the KNVB Cup.

FC Utrecht 2004 KNVB Cup Final Highlights:

Featured Matches & Key Dates (2025/26)

Once the schedule is known, you can expect big posters such as:

• Utrecht vs Ajax — one of the most electric atmospheres in Galgenwaard

• Utrecht vs PSV Eindhoven

• Utrecht vs Feyenoord

• Europa League home nights

• Important KNVB Cup rounds

• The final Eredivisie round, often decisive for European places

Related Pages

• Eredivisie 2025/26 Fixtures

• FC Utrecht Squad – 2025/26

• This Week’s Football Matches

YouTube Embed Suggestion

To show Utrecht's fan culture, you can embed:

“Emotional FC Utrecht Chant – You'll Never Walk Alone (Utrecht Edition)”
Perfect for build-ups to matches or atmosphere segments.

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