Our De Graafschap vs Heracles Prediction: 3-1
De Graafschap vs Heracles in the Netherlands Cup is scheduled for an 17:45 GMT kick-off on Thursday January 16, 2025. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 3-1 for the match between De Graafschap and Heracles.
This De Graafschap vs Heracles prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
De Graafschap's Last Match – De Graafschap vs HHC Hardenberg
De Graafschap will aim to maintain their momentum following a 5-3 Europe Friendlies triumph against HHC Hardenberg on January 4. In that match, De Graafschap recorded 50% possession and 11 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 De Graafschap | 50% | 0 (11) | - | 61 |
 HHC Hardenberg | 50% | 0 (4) | - | 27 |
Heracles's Last Match – Heracles vs Sparta Rotterdam
Heracles must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 1-1 Netherlands Eredivisie draw against Sparta Rotterdam on January 11. In that match, Heracles controlled 58% of possession and managed 6 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Heracles | 58% | 6 (3) | 1.18 | 48 |
 Sparta Rotterdam | 42% | 17 (10) | 2.06 | 53 |
De Graafschap vs Heracles Stats
Key Stats
| De Graafschap | Heracles | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3 | Attacking Strength | 0.91 |
| 0.61 | Defence Strength | 1.12 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 2.1 | Average Scored | 1.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
De Graafschap are averaging 2.1 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Heracles average 1.1 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
De Graafschap 21-14
Heracles 11-14
What are the odds for this match?
De Graafschap to win: @2.625
Draw: @3.8
Heracles to win: @2.375