Heracles Almelo will host FC Groningen in the 17th round of the 2024/2025 Dutch Eredivisie season. The match will kick off at 21:00 on 21 December 2024 at the Asito Stadium. This is a crucial match for both teams, as they are in the bottom half of the table and a win could be a significant step towards avoiding relegation.
Teams' form and statistics
Heracles Almelo:
Heracles are currently in 15th place in the league, with 14 points from 16 matches. They have won 2, drawn 2 and lost 6 of their last 10 league matches, while scoring an average of 1.4 goals and conceding 2.5 goals per match. They are doing slightly better at home, as they are unbeaten in their last three home matches, including a narrow 4-3 defeat to Ajax.
FC Groningen:
The away team Groningen is in 14th place with 16 points from 16 matches. In their last 10 league matches they have won 2, drawn 1 and lost 7, while scoring an average of 0.4 goals and conceding 1.9 goals per match. They are particularly poor away from home, having lost their last six away matches and failed to score a goal in the last four of those matches.
Head-to-head results
Heracles have dominated the matches against Groningen in recent years. Heracles have won five of their last six matches against Groningen, while Groningen have only won once. It is particularly noteworthy that Heracles have won all of their last five home matches against Groningen, with the most common result being 2-1.
Expected starting lineups
Heracles Almelo (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: Fabian de Keijzer
- Defenders: Mimeirhel Benita, Damon Mirani, Ivan Mesik, Ruben Roosken
- Midfielders: Brian De Keersmaecker, Sem Scheperman, Daniel van Kaam
- Forwards: Shiloh Zand, Mario Engels, Jizz Hornkamp
FC Groningen (4-4-2):
- Goalkeeper: Etienne Vaessen
- Defenders: Finn Stam, Marco Rente, Thijmen Blokzijl, Marvin Peersman
- Midfielders: Romano Postema, Johan Hove, Joey Pelupessy, Jorg Schreuders
- Forwards: Thom van Bergen, Thijs Oosting
Betting Odds and Tipmix Tips
According to the Hungarian bookmaker, Heracles has a better chance of winning, as they are playing at home and are in better form than the visiting Groningen. The Tippmix odds for Heracles to win are 1.97, while Groningen's success can be bet on with odds of 3.30.
Expert opinion and forecast
Considering the teams' current form, head-to-head results and statistics, it is likely that Heracles will have the advantage in this match. Groningen's poor away form and goal-scoring difficulties further increase the home team's chances.
Tip mix recommendation
Based on the above, you may want to consider the following betting options:
Heracles win (odds 1.97)
08618 H | Heracles - Groningen | Heracles (1X2) 1.97
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