Heerenveen vs Feyenoord Prediction 18 May 2025
πCan we expect a goal-fest in the clash between Heerenveen and Feyenoord in the final 34th round of the Eredivisie? Heerenveen, sitting mid-table, will host one of the league's frontrunners. Both teams showcase intriguing styles: Heerenveen favor an attacking approach at home, while Feyenoord are known for their aggressive and high-scoring performances on the road. Considering the current odds and playing trends, a match filled with goals and an intriguing battle for dominance is anticipated.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 23 November 2024 and ended with a scoreline of 3:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Feyenoord Rotterdam):
- ball possession percentage: 59% vs 41%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 3;
- fouls: 4 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 3.
πStatistical preview of official matches between the teams Heerenveen and Feyenoord Rotterdam:
- played 42 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 8, for the away team - 22, draws - 12;
- number of goals - 57 against 87;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.48, in the 2nd half - 1.95;
- average total goals in the match - 3.43.
Head-to-head statistics Heerenveen - Feyenoord

Heerenveen Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Eredivisie tournament (home team - Go Ahead Eagles, away team - Heerenveen). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:0.
Here's the game statistics (Heerenveen vs Go Ahead Eagles):
- ball possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 11 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
Heerenveen are currently ninth in the league standings. The team have been in decent form at home, avoiding defeat in 15 of their last 16 league matches on their own turf. Their strength lies in their ability to score in almost every home game. However, their defense often lets them down, with an average of 1.73 goals conceded per game this season. In their most recent head-to-head clash with Feyenoord, they failed to keep a clean sheet and suffered a 0-3 defeat.
Match Results: Heerenveen

Feyenoord Rotterdam Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Eredivisie tournament (home team - Feyenoord Rotterdam, away - RKC Waalwijk). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:0.
Here are the match stats (Feyenoord Rotterdam vs RKC Waalwijk):
- ball possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 3;
- fouls: 9 vs 4;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 5 vs 1.
"The Pride of the South" currently sit third in the league standings, showcasing impressive form both at home and on the road. Their average scoring rate exceeds two goals per game, ranking among the best in the league. Over the last ten matches, they have secured eight victories with only two defeats, highlighting their strong preparation for each fixture. Historically, Feyenoord have been successful against Heerenveen, winning six of their last seven head-to-head encounters.
Match Results: Feyenoord Rotterdam
Latest news
Heerenveen
Heerenveen have several players sidelined. Alireza Jahanbakhsh and Mickey van der Hart are out with injuries until the end of May, while ChΓ© Nunnely is sidelined until early June. Defender Jordy de Wijs and PaweΕ Bochniewicz are doubtful due to a knee injury. Midfielder Markus Lindey is recovering from a concussion and is expected to return soon.
Feyenoord Rotterdam
As for Feyenoord, the team is facing personnel challenges in both defense and midfield. Several key players are doubtful: Bart Nieuwkoop, Justin Bijlow, Christian-Kevin Nagee, and Quinten Timber, who is dealing with a knee injury. It's also confirmed that Luka Ivanusec will not play again this season.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 42;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 4; for visitors away - 10; number of draws - 8;
- Average first-half total: 1.48;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.45, while the visitors net 1.02.
First-Half Stats: Heerenveen (home) vs Feyenoord Rotterdam (away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 16 vs 16;
- Number of wins: 6 (0.38%) vs 9 (0.56%);
- Number of losses: 3 (0.19%) vs 4 (0.25%);
- Number of draws: 7 (0.44%) vs 3 (0.19%);
- Average goals scored: 1.38 vs 1.56;
- Average goals conceded: 0.56 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 7;
- Number of losses: 3 vs 0;
- Number of draws: 4 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.3 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.6) vs 2.1 (scored - 1.7, conceded - 0.4).
- Heerenveen scored in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 home games (Eredivisie).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 42;
- home team wins - 8, away team wins - 22, draws - 12.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs Feyenoord Rotterdam
- matches played in the tournament: 33 vs 33;
- wins: 11 vs 20;
- win percentage: 33% vs 61%;
- losses: 15 vs 5;
- draws: 7 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 8;
- losses: 5 vs 2;
- draws: 1 vs 0.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.36, the guests - 2.07;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.43;
- both teams scored: overall - 27; at the home team's field - 14.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs Feyenoord Rotterdam
- average total in the tournament: 2.94 vs 3.39;
- average total goals scored: 1.21 vs 2.3;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.55 vs 1.12;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.67 vs 1.18;
- Heerenveen: average total at home in the tournament - 1.75;
- Feyenoord Rotterdam: average total away in the tournament - 2.38;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 2) vs 2.9 (away - 2.8).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 9 of last 10 Heerenveen games against Feyenoord Rotterdam (Eredivisie).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Heerenveen home games against Feyenoord Rotterdam (Eredivisie).
Prediction on corners
Heerenveen: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.94; at home field - 6.44;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 6.6.
Feyenoord Rotterdam: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.39, away - 6.56;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3; away - 3.8.
- Over 8.5 corners in last 8 Heerenveen games against Feyenoord Rotterdam (Eredivisie).
- Over 8.5 corners in 8 of last 9 Heerenveen home games (Eredivisie).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.04 (1.52 for home team and 1.52 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.28 (1.14 for home team and 1.14 for away team).
Heerenveen: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.21; at home - 1.13;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 0.9; at home - 0.8.
Feyenoord Rotterdam: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.21, away - 1.56;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.2; away - 1.6.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 42;
- both teams scored all-time - 27 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 14 times.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs Feyenoord Rotterdam
- number of matches played in the tournament: 33 vs 33;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 18 vs 21;
- number of BTTS matches for Heerenveen at home - 10 (63%);
- number of BTTS matches for Feyenoord Rotterdam away - 11 (69%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Heerenveen at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Feyenoord Rotterdam away - 3 (60%).
- Heerenveen have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 home games (Eredivisie).
Editorial Prediction
Feyenoord have already secured third place and can play without pressure, which often leads to open football. Heerenveen, on the other hand, are motivated by their league ambitions as they fight for a top-9 finish to qualify for the Conference League playoffs. Head-to-head clashes between these teams frequently turn out to be thrilling and high-scoring affairs: at least three goals have been scored in nine of their last ten encounters. Considering the visitors' freedom and the hosts' motivation, betting on over 2.5 goals seems like a reasonable choice.