Heracles and Groningen face each other in an official match of the 2025/26 Eredivisie season. The game takes place at Erve Asito (Polman Stadion) on Sunday, 17/05/2026, at 13:30 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Heracles Almelo B.V. vs F.C. Groningen B.V., based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
APWin predictions for Heracles vs Groningen
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Groningen Win
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Heracles comes into the match having played 33 games in the Eredivisie so far. They have recorded 5 wins, 4 draws, and 24 losses, with an average of 0.58 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 7 wins, 5 draws, and 24 losses.
Heracles's attack has scored 44 goals during this period. Out of this total, 34 goals were scored in the Eredivisie, averaging 1.03 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.22.
The offence system of Heracles is led by Jizz Hornkamp as the top scorer of the season. The dutch forward has scored 10 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Ajdin Hrustic, who has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 83 goals with an average of 2.52 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 87 goals conceded in 36 matches, resulting in an average of 2.42.
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On the other hand, Groningen comes into the match having played 33 games in the Eredivisie so far. They have recorded 13 wins, 6 draws, and 14 losses, with an average of 1.36 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2025/26 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 13 wins, 6 draws, and 15 losses.
Groningen's attack has scored 49 goals during this period. Out of this total, 47 goals were scored in the Eredivisie, averaging 1.42 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.44.
The offence system of Groningen is led by Thom van Bergen as the top scorer of the season. The dutch forward has scored 9 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Younes Taha El Idrissi, who has contributed with 9 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 44 goals with an average of 1.33 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 49 goals conceded in 34 matches, resulting in an average of 1.44.
Head to head: Heracles vs Groningen
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Heracles
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L L |
0 |
| Home | L L D D L |
0.4 |
| Away | L L L L L |
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 15% | 25% | 6% |
| Goals | 3.55 | 3.5 | 3.59 |
| Scored | 1.03 | 1.38 | 0.71 |
| Conceded | 2.52 | 2.13 | 2.88 |
| Both Teams to Score | 48% | 50% | 47% |
| Without Conceding | 6% | 13% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 48% | 44% | 53% |
| 1st to Score | 24% | 31% | 18% |
|
xG
|
1.23 | 1.5 | 0.98 |
|
xGA
|
1.9 | 1.83 | 1.96 |
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L D W |
1.4 |
| Home | W L D W W |
2 |
| Away | L W D L L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 41% | 38% |
| Goals | 2.76 | 2.65 | 2.88 |
| Scored | 1.42 | 1.59 | 1.25 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.06 | 1.63 |
| Both Teams to Score | 55% | 53% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 30% | 35% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 24% | 19% |
| 1st to Score | 24% | 59% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.74 | 1.77 | 1.71 |
|
xGA
|
1.32 | 1.24 | 1.41 |
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