Heerenveen and Groningen face each other on Sunday 01.18.2026, at 11:15 (UK Time), in a Eredivisie 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Heerenveen's home ground, the Abe Lenstra Stadion.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Heerenveen and Groningen, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Heerenveen vs Groningen
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1st Half Over 0.5 Goals
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Heerenveen preview
Heerenveen heads into the match with the following record in the Eredivisie: in 18 matches, Heerenveen secured 6 victories, 6 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.33 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Heerenveen's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 9 victories so far.
Heerenveen has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 40 goals, of which 31 were scored in the Eredivisie, resulting in an average of 1.72 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Dylan Vente, who has found the back of the net 6 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Luuk Brouwers has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, Heerenveen has conceded 28 goals in the Eredivisie (an average of 1.56 per game) and 31 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.48 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Groningen preview
Groningen comes into the game with 18 matches played so far in the Eredivisie. They have secured 8 victories, 4 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.56 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 8 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses.
FC Groningen's attack has been highly effective, scoring 27 goals during this period. Of that total, 25 were netted in the Eredivisie, with an average of 1.39 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.42.
FC Groningen's offensive system is led by Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson, the team's top scorer this season. The icelandic midfielder has found the back of the net 6 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Stije Resink. The midfielder has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 22 goals with an average of 1.22 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 27 goals in 19 matches, averaging 1.42 per match.
Head to head: Heerenveen vs Groningen
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Heerenveen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W L L |
1.33 |
| Home | D L W D W |
1.44 |
| Away | W W L L D |
1.22 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Goals | 3.28 | 3.67 | 2.89 |
| Scored | 1.72 | 1.89 | 1.56 |
| Conceded | 1.56 | 1.78 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 72% | 89% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 0% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 11% | 22% |
| 1st to Score | 44% | 44% | 44% |
|
xG
|
1.77 | 1.82 | 1.71 |
|
xGA
|
1.22 | 1.18 | 1.25 |
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D W W L |
1.56 |
| Home | D W D D L |
1.67 |
| Away | D W L L W |
1.44 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 44% | 44% |
| Goals | 2.61 | 2.33 | 2.89 |
| Scored | 1.39 | 1.56 | 1.22 |
| Conceded | 1.22 | 0.78 | 1.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 44% | 33% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 44% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 33% | 22% |
| 1st to Score | 44% | 33% | 44% |
|
xG
|
1.81 | 1.94 | 1.69 |
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xGA
|
1.2 | 0.97 | 1.44 |
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