Our FC Groningen vs Heracles Prediction: 2-1
FC Groningen vs Heracles in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Friday August 29, 2025. We predict a 2-1 home victory, but with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS (Both Teams to Score) is another strong betting option.
Our prediction comes from detailed stats and betting data — scroll down for team performance trends and recent form insights.
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Recent Form Insights
FC Groningen's Last Match – PSV vs FC Groningen
FC Groningen will be looking to bounce back after a 2-4 Netherlands Eredivisie defeat against PSV on August 23. In that match, FC Groningen saw 34% of the ball and created 11 goal attempts, with 6 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 PSV | 66% | 13 (6) | 2.16 | 43 |
 FC Groningen | 34% | 11 (6) | 1.23 | 38 |
Heracles's Last Match – Ajax vs Heracles
Heracles must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-2 Netherlands Eredivisie defeat against Ajax on August 24. In that match, Heracles recorded 34% possession, firing 2 shots at goal, with 0 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ajax | 66% | 13 (8) | 2.75 | 52 |
 Heracles | 34% | 2 (0) | 0.17 | 23 |
FC Groningen vs Heracles Stats
Key Stats
| FC Groningen | Heracles | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.12 | Attacking Strength | 0.63 |
| 0.78 | Defence Strength | 1.12 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 1.6 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 0/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 9/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 9/10 |
| 2 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
FC Groningen are averaging 2.1 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match, while Heracles average 1.7 scored and 2.1 conceded per game.
FC Groningen 21-18
Heracles 17-21
What are the odds for this match?
FC Groningen to win: @1.8
Draw: @3.6
Heracles to win: @4
Lineups
FC Groningen (4-2-3-1) : Etienne Vaessen, Marco Rente, Marvin Peersman, Stije Resink, Thijmen Blokzijl, Dies Janse, Thom Van Bergen, Tika De Jonge, Brynjolfur Andersen Willumsson, Younes Taha El Idrissi, Jorg Schreuders
Heracles (4-2-3-1) : Fabian De Keijzer, Mimeirhel Benita, Djevencio Van der Kust, Sem Scheperman, Damon Mirani, Ivan Mesik, Bryan Limbombe, Jan Zamburek, Luka Kulenovic, Ajdin Hrustic, Tristan Van Gilst
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