Groningen vs Heracles Prediction
The upcoming clash between Groningen and Heracles Almelo promises to be eventful. Both teams find themselves in challenging positions: the hosts are sitting in 11th place, while the visitors are rooted to the bottom of the table in 18th. Considering the recent performances of both sides, this match could be lively and high-scoring. Groningen have shown decent form at home, regularly finding the back of the net. However, their defense sometimes struggles under pressure. Meanwhile, Heracles Almelo are facing issues across the pitch, having lost five consecutive matches. The intrigue lies in whether the visitors can improve their game and put up a fight against the hosts.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 23 April 2025 and ended with a 4-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (home team - Groningen):
- possession percentage: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 5;
- fouls: 9 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 5;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Groningen and Heracles Almelo:
- 35 matches played;
- home wins - 15, away wins - 15, draws - 5;
- goals scored - 62 for Groningen, 57 for Heracles;
- average first-half total - 1.49, second-half - 1.91;
- average total goals per match - 3.4.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Groningen Team Overview
The last official match took place on in the Eredivisie, featuring PSV as the home team against Groningen. The game concluded with a 4-2 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Groningen vs PSV):
- possession: 34% vs 66%;
- corners: 4 vs 6;
- fouls: 11 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 6 vs 7.
Groningen have had a mixed start to the season, winning just one of their last three matches while suffering two defeats. Despite this, their attack remains fairly productive, averaging 1.67 goals per game. At home, they persistently push forward, striving to create opportunities. However, their defense raises concerns, conceding an average of three goals per match. In their last head-to-head encounter with Heracles, they secured a convincing 4-1 victory.
Match Results: Groningen
Heracles Almelo Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Eredivisie, where they faced Ajax at the Johan Cruyff Arena. The match ended with a 2-0 victory for Ajax.
Here are the match statistics (Heracles Almelo vs Ajax):
- ball possession: 34% vs 66%;
- corners: 1 vs 10;
- fouls: 15 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 0 vs 10.
Heracles Almelo are in a deep crisis, having suffered five consecutive defeats, including friendlies, which highlights significant issues both in defense and attack. The team sits at the bottom of the Dutch league table and is striving to improve their performance under the pressure from their fans. Their average scoring rate is just 0.33 goals per game, while they concede an average of 3.33 goals per match-figures that clearly need adjustment to achieve positive results.
Match Results: Heracles Almelo
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 35;
- Home wins - 15, Away wins - 15, Draws - 5.
Statistics: Groningen vs Heracles Almelo
- Matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
- Wins: 1 vs 0;
- Win percentage: 33% vs 0%;
- Losses: 2 vs 3;
- Draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 2;
- Losses: 6 vs 7;
- Draws: 1 vs 1.
- Heracles Almelo are on a five-match losing streak (Eredivisie).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average goals scored by home team - 1.77, away team - 1.63;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.4;
- Both teams have scored: overall - 25 times; at home ground - 12 times.
- Groningen have conceded in 11 of their last 12 head-to-head encounters against these opponents (Eredivisie).
- Groningen have conceded in 12 consecutive matches (Eredivisie).
- Groningen have conceded at home in 7 of their last 8 matches (Eredivisie).
Corner Prediction
Groningen: Statistics
- Season: average total in tournament - 2.67; at home - 3;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3.2; at home - 3.8.
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- Season: average total in tournament - 2.67, away - 2.5;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.3; away - 5.
- Total under 10.5 corners has occurred in the last six head-to-head matches at the home ground (Eredivisie).
Card Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.08 (1.54 for home team and 1.54 for away team);
- Average total yellow cards at home ground - 3.06 (1.56 for home team and 1.5 for away team).
Groningen: Statistics
- Season: average total in tournament - 2.67; at home - 4;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2; at home - 2.2.
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- Season: average total in tournament - 2, away - 2;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.7; away - 1.83.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 35;
- Both teams have scored overall - 25 times;
- At home ground - 12 times.
Statistics: Groningen vs Heracles Almelo
- Total matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 1;
- BTTS for Groningen at home - 1 (100%);
- BTTS for Heracles Almelo away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 8 vs 6;
- BTTS for Groningen at home - 5 (100%);
- BTTS for Heracles Almelo away - 3 (50%).
- Groningen have both scored and conceded at home in five consecutive matches (Eredivisie).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Given the current form of both teams, we can anticipate an open game with plenty of chances at both ends. Groningen aim to solidify their position above mid-table and have every opportunity to capitalize on the visitors' inconsistency-especially considering their recent 4-1 home victory against them earlier this season. Trends also suggest a potential for both teams to score, as they each have a tendency to find the net and concede. However, the hosts appear fresher at the start of the season. Our bet is on Groningen to win the match.
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Betting Tips: Groningen - Heracles Almelo
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