Zwolle vs Groningen Prediction 13 March 2026
🔊 The clash between Zwolle and Groningen promises to be an intriguing encounter as it kicks off the 27th round of the Eredivisie. Zwolle, sitting in 13th place, are looking to improve their defensive play, while 10th-placed Groningen are focusing on their attack. Both teams have shown inconsistent results in recent matches, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this upcoming showdown.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 23 November 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Groningen):
- ball possession percentage: 64% vs 36%;
- corner kicks: 13 vs 0;
- fouls: 11 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 13 vs 3.
📊Analytical review of previous official games between the teams PEC Zwolle and Groningen:
- played 28 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 8, for the away team - 13, draws - 7;
- number of goals (home/away) - 24 against 42;
- average total goals in the match - 2.36.
Head-to-head statistics Zwolle - Groningen
PEC Zwolle Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Eredivisie tournament (home team - Sparta, away team - PEC Zwolle). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.
Here's the game statistics (PEC Zwolle vs Sparta):
- ball possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 6;
- fouls: 10 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 6 vs 7.
Zwolle have been putting on a decent display at home, striving to offset their defensive frailties with an aggressive attacking approach. In their last five matches, they have drawn three times and suffered two defeats, averaging one goal per game. They've managed to tighten up at the back, conceding just two goals in their last three fixtures.
Match Results: PEC Zwolle
Groningen Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Eredivisie tournament (home team - Groningen, away - Ajax Amsterdam). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:1.
Here are the match stats (Groningen vs Ajax Amsterdam):
- ball possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 8;
- fouls: 5 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 5.
Groningen are also inconsistent, with four defeats and just one victory in their last seven matches, indicating issues with their form. The team often relies on the individual skills of their attacking players to secure results. The visitors play with high intensity, but defensive issues frequently lead to dropped points. Dick Lukkien's side averages around 1.38 goals per match, while conceding a similar number.
Match Results: Groningen
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: PEC Zwolle (Home) vs Groningen (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 13;
- Number of wins: 6 (50%) vs 2 (15.38%);
- Number of losses: 2 (16.67%) vs 3 (23.08%);
- Number of draws: 4 (33.33%) vs 8 (61.54%);
- Average total goals scored: 1.42 vs 1.08;
- Average total goals conceded: 0.58 vs 0.62.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 1;
- Number of losses: 2 vs 2;
- Number of draws: 5 vs 7;
- Average first half total: 1.2 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.5) vs 1.1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.6).
- PEC Zwolle scored in the 1st half in 8 of last 9 home games.
- PEC Zwolle scored in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 home games (Eredivisie).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 28;
- home team wins - 8, away team wins - 13, draws - 7.
Statistics: PEC Zwolle vs Groningen
- matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- wins: 7 vs 10;
- win percentage: 27% vs 38%;
- losses: 11 vs 12;
- draws: 8 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 2;
- losses: 4 vs 6;
- draws: 4 vs 2.
- PEC Zwolle have not lost in last 6 games against Groningen (Eredivisie).
- PEC Zwolle have not lost in 7 of last 8 home games (Eredivisie).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.86, the guests - 1.5;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.36;
- both teams scored: overall - 10; at the home team's field - 6.
Statistics: PEC Zwolle vs Groningen
- average total in the tournament: 3.31 vs 2.77;
- average total goals scored: 1.35 vs 1.38;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.73 vs 0.62;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.62 vs 0.77;
- PEC Zwolle: average total at home in the tournament - 1.25;
- Groningen: average total away in the tournament - 1.23;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 2) vs 1.2 (away - 1.2).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 10 of last 11 Groningen away games (Eredivisie).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Groningen away games.
Prediction on corners
PEC Zwolle: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.27; at home field - 4.17;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; at home field - 6.75.
Groningen: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.42, away - 5.38;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.7; away - 6.8.
- Over 9.5 corners in last 6 PEC Zwolle home games (Eredivisie).
- Over 9.5 corners in last 5 PEC Zwolle home games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 28;
- both teams scored all-time - 10 times;
- on the home team’s field - 6 times.
Statistics: PEC Zwolle vs Groningen
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 18 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for PEC Zwolle at home - 5 (42%);
- number of BTTS matches for Groningen away - 7 (54%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 9 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for PEC Zwolle at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for Groningen away - 3 (60%).
- PEC Zwolle have scored and conceded in 9 of last 10 games (Eredivisie).
- Groningen have scored and conceded in last 5 games (Eredivisie).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (25/234, 10.7%), 2:1 (25/234, 10.7%), 2:2 (25/234, 10.7%);
- PEC Zwolle at home most often finish matches: 1:0 (3/12, 25%);
- Groningen away most often play: 2:0 (3/13, 23.1%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.94% (odds 7)
1:2 - 8.7% (odds 9)
0:1 - 8.42% (odds 10)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the trends of both teams and their recent performances, an open game with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities is expected. Therefore, the most optimal bet appears to be on both teams finding the net, which is supported by the opponents' statistics in recent matches. Our editorial team opts for a wager on both teams to score (yes), allowing for a final 1-1 draw.No comments
Betting Tips: PEC Zwolle - Groningen
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