Heerenveen vs Groningen Prediction 18 January 2026
⚡️ The upcoming clash between Heerenveen and Groningen promises to be thrilling. Both teams play an engaging style of football, yet their league standings differ: Heerenveen sit in the middle of the table, while Groningen aim to solidify their position near the top. The teams enter the match with different objectives-Heerenveen are looking to improve their home performance, whereas Groningen are hoping for a successful outing on the road. Read the prediction for their battle below.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams ended with a 2-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative look at the stats from that encounter (with Groningen as the home side):
- possession: 55% vs 45%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 8;
- fouls: 9 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Heerenveen and Groningen:
- 34 matches played;
- home team victories - 16, away team wins - 10, draws - 8;
- goals scored - 58 for Heerenveen, 43 for Groningen;
- average goals in the first half - 1.38, second half - 1.59;
- average total goals per match - 2.97.
Head-to-head statistics Heerenveen - Groningen
Heerenveen Team Overview
The latest official match took place in the KNVB Cup, with Heerenveen hosting Waalwijk. The match concluded with a 3-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Heerenveen vs Waalwijk):
- possession: 70% vs 30%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 3;
- fouls: 8 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 4.
Heerenveen are showcasing strong performances at home. In their last five matches, they have secured four victories, with just one draw. Their attack has been effective, scoring over 1.5 goals in seven of their last eight home games. However, their defense needs improvement, as they continue to concede a significant number of goals. Heerenveen favor an aggressive style of play, focusing on quick counterattacks and ball possession.
Match Results: Heerenveen
Groningen Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place in the Eredivisie, with Groningen hosting NAC Breda. The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the game statistics (Groningen vs NAC Breda):
- possession: 55% vs 45%;
- corners: 3 vs 4;
- fouls: 7 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
Groningen have been delivering decent performances this season, currently sitting sixth in the Eredivisie standings. Despite a recent run of mixed results-two wins, two draws, and one loss-they have an opportunity to solidify their position with a more stable defense compared to their opponents. The "Greens" often employ a strategy of tight defense followed by swift transitions to attack through long balls forward. Traditionally, they play more cautiously away from home, averaging less than 1.5 goals per match.
Match Results: Groningen
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 34;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 7; for visitors away - 2; number of draws - 8;
- Average first-half total: 1.38;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.82, while the visitors net 0.56.
First-Half Stats: Heerenveen (home) vs Groningen (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 9 vs 9;
- wins: 4 (44.44%) vs 2 (22.22%);
- losses: 4 (44.44%) vs 3 (33.33%);
- draws: 1 (11.11%) vs 4 (44.44%);
- Average goals scored: 1.56 vs 1.11;
- Average goals conceded: 0.78 vs 0.67.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1.4 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.7) vs 0.9 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.4).
- Heerenveen scored in the 1st half in last 7 home games against Groningen (Eredivisie).
- Heerenveen scored in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 games against Groningen (Eredivisie).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 34;
- home team wins - 16, away team wins - 10, draws - 8.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs Groningen
- matches played in the tournament: 18 vs 18;
- wins: 6 vs 8;
- win percentage: 33% vs 44%;
- losses: 6 vs 6;
- draws: 6 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 2 vs 4.
- Heerenveen have not lost in 12 of last 13 home games against Groningen (Eredivisie).
- Heerenveen have not lost in 15 of last 17 home games (Eredivisie).
- Heerenveen have not lost in 7 of last 8 home games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.71, the guests - 1.26;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.97;
- both teams scored: overall - 22; at the home team's field - 13.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs Groningen
- average total in the tournament: 3.28 vs 2.61;
- average total goals scored: 1.72 vs 1.39;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.72 vs 0.61;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 0.78;
- Heerenveen: average total at home in the tournament - 1.89;
- Groningen: average total away in the tournament - 1.22;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.9 (home - 2) vs 1.3 (away - 1.17).
- Groningen have scored under 1.5 goals in last 8 away games against Heerenveen (Eredivisie).
Prediction on corners
Heerenveen: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.33; at home field - 6.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.8; at home field - 7.5.
Groningen: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.17, away - 4.89;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7.5; away - 5.67.
- Heerenveen have taken over 5.5 corners in last 5 home games against Groningen (Eredivisie).
- Heerenveen have taken over 5.5 corners in 7 of last 8 games.
- Heerenveen have taken over 5.5 corners in 6 of last 7 home games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 34;
- both teams scored all-time - 22 times;
- on the home team’s field - 13 times.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs Groningen
- number of matches played in the tournament: 18 vs 18;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 13 vs 8;
- number of BTTS matches for Heerenveen at home - 8 (89%);
- number of BTTS matches for Groningen away - 5 (56%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Heerenveen at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for Groningen away - 3 (50%).
- Heerenveen have scored and conceded in last 7 home games against Groningen (Eredivisie).
- Heerenveen have scored and conceded in 9 of last 10 home games.
- Heerenveen have scored and conceded in 8 of last 9 home games (Eredivisie).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 2:2 (19/160, 11.9%);
- Heerenveen at home most often finish matches: 2:2 (2/9, 22.2%);
- Groningen away most often play: 1:2 , 2:0 (2/9, 22.2%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.16% (odds 6.5)
2:1 - 8.78% (odds 8.5)
2:2 - 7.52% (odds 11)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The clash between Heerenveen and Groningen in the Eredivisie is unlikely to lack goals from both sides, given their pressing need for points. The head-to-head statistics back up this scenario, as Heerenveen's home games against this opponent have seen both teams scoring in seven consecutive matches. Analyzing their playing styles and current form, a bet on both teams to score emerges as the most reasonable outcome. A 1-1 draw is a possible scoreline.No comments
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