Go Ahead Eagles vs Twente: match statistics
Twente are showing clearly better form in their last five matches, earning 6 points with a record of 2 wins compared to just 3 points for Go Ahead Eagles. The visitors stand out with significantly higher offensive efficiency on the road, averaging 18.25 shots per game and a better xG ratio (2.0 vs 1.69 of the hosts). Although Go Ahead Eagles have a positive goal difference at home (+5), their high draw rate (50%) in home matches indicates difficulties in breaking down opponents. Twente are in 5th place in the table compared to the hosts' 12th position and are characterized by a more solid defense, conceding only 1.17 goals on average away. Considering all statistics and the difference in form and class of the teams, a slight advantage for the visitors seems the most likely scenario, although a draw also remains a realistic option due to both teams' tendency to share points.
Go Ahead Eagles vs Twente: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Go Ahead Eagles played against Twente in Eredivisie (Netherlands). The game was played on March 8, 2026. Final score: 1:4.
Recent form
Go Ahead Eagles has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Twente has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Go Ahead Eagles scores 1.52 goals per game and allows 1.56. Twente scores 1.64 and allows 1.04. Games in this league average 3.17 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 64% of Go Ahead Eagles's games and 60% of Twente's. The Over 2.5 rates are 60% and 40%, compared with league averages of 64% for BTTS and 62% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Twente has the higher season xG average, 2.07 to 1.41 per game. Go Ahead Eagles takes 11.5 shots per game, while Twente takes 18.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Go Ahead Eagles leads at halftime in 24% of its games and scores 0.88 goals per game after halftime. Twente leads at halftime in 36% and scores 1.08 after halftime.
When the teams score
Go Ahead Eagles's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (10 goals). For Twente, it is minutes 46-60 (11 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Eredivisie games average 3.17 goals. Both teams score in 64% of games, and 62% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Twente are showing clearly better form in their last five matches, earning 6 points with a record of 2 wins compared to just 3 points for Go Ahead Eagles. The visitors stand out with significantly higher offensive efficiency on the road, averaging 18.25 shots per game and a better xG ratio (2.0 vs 1.69 of the hosts). Although Go Ahead Eagles have a positive goal difference at home (+5), their high draw rate (50%) in home matches indicates difficulties in breaking down opponents. Twente are in 5th place in the table compared to the hosts' 12th position and are characterized by a more solid defense, conceding only 1.17 goals on average away. Considering all statistics and the difference in form and class of the teams, a slight advantage for the visitors seems the most likely scenario, although a draw also remains a realistic option due to both teams' tendency to share points.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Go Ahead Eagles | Twente | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 44% | 36% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.30 | 0.25 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Twente is 57% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Go Ahead Eagles · 2.2 pts / game - Twente
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Twente is 8% better for: goals scored per game.
1.52 goals / game - Go Ahead Eagles · 1.64 goals / game - Twente
Twente is 50% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.56 goals / game - Go Ahead Eagles · 1.04 goals / game - Twente
Go Ahead Eagles scores in 84% of games (21 of 25 meczów), while Twente keeps a clean sheet in 28% (7 of 25 meczów).
Twente scores in 80% of games (20 of 25 meczów), while Go Ahead Eagles keeps a clean sheet in 20% (5 of 25 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Go Ahead Eagles
Over / Under - Twente
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Twente is 31% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.16 pts / game - Go Ahead Eagles · 1.52 pts / game - Twente
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Go Ahead Eagles - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 24%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Twente - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 36% of games and wins 40%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.2 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 2.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 20% | 0% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +5 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (10 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (11 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Go Ahead Eagles
Twente
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Eredivisie).
Teams vs league
| Go Ahead Eagles | Liga | Twente | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 3.08 | 3.17 | ▼ 2.68 |
| Both teams scored | • 64% | 64% | ▼ 60% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 60% | 62% | ▼ 40% |
| Clean sheets | • 20% | 19% | ▲ 28% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 72% | 81% | ▼ 68% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 88% | 84% | • 84% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Go Ahead Eagles's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Twente. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Go Ahead Eagles vs Twente?
The Eredivisie match finished Go Ahead Eagles 1:4 Twente. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Go Ahead Eagles vs Twente?
Go Ahead Eagles score 1.52 goals per game on average and Twente 1.64. The Eredivisie average is 3.17 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 62% of games. Both teams score in 64% of Go Ahead Eagles's matches and 60% of Twente's.
What form are Go Ahead Eagles and Twente in?
Over the last 5 games Go Ahead Eagles have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Twente 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Go Ahead Eagles vs Twente?
The statistical background for Go Ahead Eagles vs Twente — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.