Waalwijk vs Heracles Prediction 6 April 2025
πThe clash between RKC Waalwijk and Heracles in the 28th round of the Eredivisie promises to be thrilling. The situation for the hosts is dire as they sit in 17th place, urgently needing points for survival. Waalwijk have shown inconsistent form in recent matches, but they often find the net at home. Heracles, despite holding a higher position in the standings, struggle with their away performances. Both teams are keen to attack, which could lead to goals from both sides. However, the trend of low-scoring encounters in their previous meetings adds an element of intrigue.
Head-to-Head
πStatistical preview of official encounters between Waalwijk and Heracles:
- 13 matches played;
- home team victories - 5, away team victories - 7, draws - 1;
- goals scored - 21 against 18;
- average first-half total - 1.38, second-half - 1.62;
- average total goals per match - 3.
The last match took place on 23 November 2024 at Heracles' ground and ended in a 2-2 draw.
Head-to-head statistics Waalwijk - Heracles
RKC Waalwijk Team Overview
RKC Waalwijk find themselves in a tough spot, battling for survival in the Eredivisie as they sit second from bottom in the standings. Despite this, they have some positive aspects to their game, especially when it comes to home fixtures. Over their last ten matches, Waalwijk have secured three victories and drawn twice, averaging 1.6 goals per game. While their defense remains a weak point, conceding an average of 2.07 goals per match, their ability to create chances in front of the oppositionβs goal makes them a dangerous opponent even for stronger teams.
Match Results: RKC Waalwijk
Heracles Almelo Team Overview
Heracles Almelo find themselves comfortably positioned mid-table in the Eredivisie, thanks to a well-balanced approach in both defense and attack. However, they struggle on the road, with just one victory in their last ten away matches highlighting this trend for the "Black and Whites." Recent games have shown moderate productivity, with the team scoring around 1.3 goals per match while conceding a significant 1.78 goals. Despite these limitations, the visitors have the potential to surprise with their unexpected counterattacks and persistence.
Match Results: Heracles Almelo
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 13;
- home team wins - 5, away team wins - 7, draws - 1.
Statistics: RKC Waalwijk vs Heracles Almelo
- number of matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- number of wins: 4 vs 7;
- win percentage: 14% vs 26%;
- number of losses: 18 vs 10;
- number of draws: 6 vs 10.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 3 vs 4;
- number of losses: 5 vs 3;
- number of draws: 2 vs 3.
- Heracles Almelo has not won in 9 of the last 10 Eredivisie away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.62, the guests - 1.38;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 4; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: RKC Waalwijk vs Heracles Almelo
- average total in the tournament: 3.32 vs 3.07;
- average total goals scored: 1.25 vs 1.3;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.46 vs 0.7;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.79 vs 0.59;
- RKC Waalwijk: average total at home in the tournament - 1.29;
- Heracles Almelo: average total away in the tournament - 0.69;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.6 (home - 1.8) vs 1.7 (away - 0.5).
- There have been under 3.5 goals scored in each of the last 5 RKC Waalwijk home games against Heracles Almelo.
Prediction on corners
RKC Waalwijk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.39; at home field - 4.86;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.9; at home field - 6.
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.85, away - 3.62;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; away - 3.5.
- There have been under 11.5 corners in each of the last 5 Heracles Almelo in the Eredivisie games.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.08 (1.54 for home team and 1.54 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3.2 (2 for home team and 1.2 for away team).
RKC Waalwijk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.18; at home - 1.36;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.4; at home - 1.2.
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.59, away - 1.46;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; away - 1.25.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 13;
- both teams scored all-time - 4 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 1 times.
Statistics: RKC Waalwijk vs Heracles Almelo
- number of matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 17 vs 17;
- number of BTTS matches for RKC Waalwijk at home - 7 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for Heracles Almelo away - 5 (38%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for RKC Waalwijk at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS matches for Heracles Almelo away - 2 (50%).
Editor's Prediction
Taking into account the current form of the teams and their head-to-head statistics, we anticipate an intriguing match focused on ball control and creating scoring opportunities through wing play or set pieces. With Waalwijk's aim to avoid relegation and the cautious playing style demonstrated by the visitors following their recent home successes and away struggles, a defensive approach is likely to prevail over offensive bursts of brilliance. Based on trends from previous encounters between these sides, betting on under 3.5 goals seems like a sound choice.
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