Heerenveen vs Groningen: match statistics
Heerenveen are in excellent form in their last five matches with four wins and a goal difference of 14:5, translating to 2.6 points per game. The hosts have superior xG numbers in home matches (1.82 to 1.18), indicating an offensive edge, although their lack of clean sheets at home could be a slight issue. Groningen have a solid away record with a 44% win rate, yet their recent five-match form is weaker (1.6 PPG) and their negative goal difference on the road (-4) is concerning. Groningen's higher shot accuracy (6.78 accurate shots per match) could pose a threat, but Heerenveen's advantage in possession (52% to 47%) and superior current form suggest the hosts are more likely to secure all three points. I anticipate a closely contested match with a slight advantage for the home side, although a draw also remains a realistic scenario.
Heerenveen vs Groningen: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Heerenveen played against Groningen in Eredivisie (Netherlands). The game was played on January 18, 2026. Final score: 0:2.
Recent form
Heerenveen has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Groningen has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Heerenveen scores 1.72 goals per game and allows 1.56. Groningen scores 1.39 and allows 1.22. Games in this league average 3.28 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 72% of Heerenveen's games and 44% of Groningen's. The Over 2.5 rates are 72% and 44%, compared with league averages of 63% for BTTS and 63% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Groningen has the higher season xG average, 1.81 to 1.77 per game. Heerenveen takes 16.0 shots per game, while Groningen takes 16.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Heerenveen leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 1.00 goals per game after halftime. Groningen leads at halftime in 28% and scores 0.78 after halftime.
When the teams score
Heerenveen's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (8 goals). For Groningen, it is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Eredivisie games average 3.28 goals. Both teams score in 63% of games, and 63% 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 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% 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
Heerenveen are in excellent form in their last five matches with four wins and a goal difference of 14:5, translating to 2.6 points per game. The hosts have superior xG numbers in home matches (1.82 to 1.18), indicating an offensive edge, although their lack of clean sheets at home could be a slight issue. Groningen have a solid away record with a 44% win rate, yet their recent five-match form is weaker (1.6 PPG) and their negative goal difference on the road (-4) is concerning. Groningen's higher shot accuracy (6.78 accurate shots per match) could pose a threat, but Heerenveen's advantage in possession (52% to 47%) and superior current form suggest the hosts are more likely to secure all three points. I anticipate a closely contested match with a slight advantage for the home side, although a draw also remains a realistic scenario.
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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
| Heerenveen | Groningen | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.22 |
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.
Groningen is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Heerenveen · 1.6 pts / game - Groningen
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.
Heerenveen is 24% better for: goals scored per game.
1.72 goals / game - Heerenveen · 1.39 goals / game - Groningen
Groningen is 28% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.56 goals / game - Heerenveen · 1.22 goals / game - Groningen
Heerenveen scores in 83% of games (15 of 18 meczów), while Groningen keeps a clean sheet in 33% (6 of 18 meczów).
Groningen scores in 72% of games (13 of 18 meczów), while Heerenveen keeps a clean sheet in 11% (2 of 18 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 - Heerenveen
Over / Under - Groningen
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.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Heerenveen - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Groningen - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 28% of games and wins 44%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 100% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -3 | +6 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +4 |
* 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 31-45 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (7 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - 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
Heerenveen
Groningen
* 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
| Heerenveen | Liga | Groningen | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 3.28 | 3.28 | ▼ 2.61 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 72% | 63% | ▼ 44% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 72% | 63% | ▼ 44% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 11% | 19% | ▲ 33% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 89% | 85% | ▼ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 83% | 85% | ▲ 94% |
^ 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
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 Heerenveen's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Groningen. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Heerenveen vs Groningen?
The Eredivisie match finished Heerenveen 0:2 Groningen. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Heerenveen vs Groningen?
Heerenveen score 1.72 goals per game on average and Groningen 1.39. The Eredivisie average is 3.28 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 63% of games. Both teams score in 72% of Heerenveen's matches and 44% of Groningen's.
What form are Heerenveen and Groningen in?
Over the last 5 games Heerenveen have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Groningen 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Heerenveen vs Groningen?
The statistical background for Heerenveen vs Groningen — 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.