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Etienne Vaessen Seeks Professional Help After Outburst of Rage: ‘Unfortunately, It Is Not the First Time’

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Etienne Vaessen deeply regrets his behavior on Sunday during the match against AZ. The FC Groningen goalkeeper conceded a penalty in the closing stages and was so angry about it that, after a fierce tirade towards referee Jannick van der Laan, he was sent off with his second yellow card.
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FC Groningen goalkeeper Etienne Vaessen is going to seek professional guidance to better manage his emotions. The keeper from Breda announced this via Instagram following his misconduct in Sunday's lost home match against AZ (3-4). Vaessen conceded a penalty and subsequently received a second yellow card because he continued to protest. He was also difficult to calm down after the red card. “Dear supporters, I want to apologize,” writes Vaessen.…

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Etienne Vaessen deeply regrets his behavior on Sunday during the match against AZ. The FC Groningen goalkeeper conceded a penalty in the closing stages and was so angry about it that, after a fierce tirade towards referee Jannick van der Laan, he was sent off with his second yellow card.

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Etienne Vaessen apologizes after his red card during AZ - FC Groningen. In an extensive post on Instagram, the 31-year-old goalkeeper announces that he will not appear in the media for the time being and says he is seeking professional help.

FC Groningen goalkeeper Etienne Vaessen responds for the first time to his behavior during the match against AZ. He apologizes to the fans and says he will seek professional help.

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RTV Noord broke the news on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
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