The hosts opened the score in the 40th minute through Cech Tiote. The Rotterdammers responded severely in the second half with a penalty from Roy McCay, 47, and a brace Jonathan de Guzman, 62 and 70.

The victory maintains Feyenoord's 100% record and the top of the standing with 12 points.

Ekrami, who is still waiting for a starting role, watched the game from the bench.

Elsewhere,, Ajax and PSV Eindhoven are pursuing their title chase with wins over Heracles Almelo and Vitesse Arnhem with the same 1-0 score.