Heracles vs Feyenoord Prediction 3 May 2025
🎈Will the clash between Heracles and Feyenoord in the 31st round of the Eredivisie turn into a thrilling continuation of their high-scoring tradition? Both teams have their objectives: the hosts aim to climb up the standings, while the visitors are in the hunt for the title. Feyenoord are in excellent form, riding a winning streak, whereas Heracles have been inconsistent. The Rotterdam side boast an aggressive attack and a solid defense, allowing them to consistently pick up points. On the other hand, Heracles will look to capitalize on their home advantage, but they often falter defensively.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 14 December 2024 and ended with a score of 5:2. Let's compare the statistics from that encounter: Heracles Almelo vs Feyenoord Rotterdam
- ball possession percentage: 60% vs 40%;
- corner kicks: 10 vs 0;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 4;
- fouls: 10 vs 8.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Heracles Almelo and Feyenoord Rotterdam:
- played 36 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 3, for the away team - 24, draws - 9;
- number of goals - 37 against 86;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.78, in the 2nd half - 1.64;
- average total goals in the match - 3.42.
Head-to-head statistics Heracles - Feyenoord

Heracles Almelo Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Eredivisie tournament (home team - Groningen, away team - Heracles Almelo). The match concluded with a scoreline of 4:1.
Here's the game statistics (Heracles Almelo vs Groningen):
- ball possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 17 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 0;
- shots on target: 3 vs 6.
Heracles Almelo currently sit 12th in the Eredivisie, delivering average performances with just three wins in their last ten matches. The team is known for their fighting spirit and determination on home turf. However, their defensive record is concerning, conceding an average of 1.73 goals per game. This is further highlighted by their recent encounters with Feyenoord: six consecutive home defeats to the Rotterdam side suggest significant struggles against stronger opposition.
Match Results: Heracles Almelo

Feyenoord Rotterdam Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Eredivisie tournament (home team - Feyenoord Rotterdam, away - PEC Zwolle). The match concluded with a scoreline of 4:0.
Here are the match stats (Feyenoord Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle):
- ball possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 3;
- fouls: 8 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 4.
Feyenoord are firmly holding onto third place in the league, thanks to their formidable attacking line. Averaging 2.27 goals per match, they are clearly aiming for top positions. The team is in superb form, riding a six-match winning streak, and they are looking to extend this success against Heracles. Despite playing away, the Rotterdam side are confident and ready to deploy their trademark aggressive style of play.
Match Results: Feyenoord Rotterdam
Latest news
Heracles Almelo
The team faces two suspensions, with Thomas Bruns and Jizz Hornkamp set to miss the match, significantly weakening the lineup. Additionally, Jordi Bruijn and Justin Hoogma remain sidelined until early May, while Nikolai Laursen (knee injury) and Sava Kestic (ankle fracture) are doubtful for participation.
Feyenoord Rotterdam
Regarding the lineup, several players are doubtful: Bart Nieuwkoop, Calvin Stengs, Chris-Kevin N'Jie, Justin Bijlow (knee injury), Oussama Targalline, and Quinten Timber (knee injury). Additionally, Gernot Trauner will miss the match due to suspension. These are significant absences affecting all areas of the team.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- home team wins - 3, away team wins - 24, draws - 9.
Statistics: Heracles Almelo vs Feyenoord Rotterdam
- number of matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 30;
- number of wins: 8 vs 18;
- win percentage: 27% vs 60%;
- number of losses: 11 vs 4;
- number of draws: 11 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 3 vs 7;
- number of losses: 4 vs 2;
- number of draws: 3 vs 1.
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in last 18 home games.
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in last 14 home games (Eredivisie).
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 games.
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 games (Eredivisie).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.03, the guests - 2.39;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.42;
- both teams scored: overall - 25; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Heracles Almelo vs Feyenoord Rotterdam
- average total in the tournament: 2.97 vs 3.33;
- average total goals scored: 1.23 vs 2.27;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.67 vs 1.03;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.57 vs 1.23;
- Heracles Almelo: average total at home in the tournament - 1.8;
- Feyenoord Rotterdam: average total away in the tournament - 2.27;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 1.8) vs 2.3 (away - 2.5).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Heracles Almelo games against Feyenoord Rotterdam (Eredivisie).
Prediction on corners
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.03; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.9; at home field - 4.8.
Feyenoord Rotterdam: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.77, away - 6.93;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.6; away - 4.5.
- Feyenoord Rotterdam have taken over 5.5 corners in last 6 away games against Heracles Almelo (Eredivisie).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.62 (1.81 for home team and 1.81 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3.41 (1.94 for home team and 1.47 for away team).
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.7; at home - 1.73;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.5; at home - 2.8.
Feyenoord Rotterdam: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.23, away - 1.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.2; away - 1.75.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- both teams scored all-time - 25 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
Statistics: Heracles Almelo vs Feyenoord Rotterdam
- number of matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 30;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 18 vs 19;
- number of BTTS matches for Heracles Almelo at home - 12 (80%);
- number of BTTS matches for Feyenoord Rotterdam away - 10 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Heracles Almelo at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Feyenoord Rotterdam away - 2 (50%).
- Heracles Almelo have scored and conceded in 8 of last 9 home games (Eredivisie).
Editor's Prediction
The clash between Heracles and Feyenoord promises to be thrilling, with plenty of scoring opportunities likely to arise. Their head-to-head encounters consistently deliver high-scoring affairs, with over 2.5 goals recorded in their last five meetings. Feyenoord, vying for a spot at the top of the table, boasts a formidable attacking prowess, while Heracles have shown they can respond with sharpness at home. Considering these factors, betting on over 2.5 goals appears to be a well-founded choice.