Heracles vs Utrecht: match statistics
Utrecht is the clear favorite for this match, confirmed by the significant gap in league positions (Heracles in 18th vs Utrecht in 8th) and the form of both teams. Heracles is in dismal shape with just 1 win in their last 5 matches and a points average of 0.6 PPG, while Utrecht demonstrates solid form with 3 wins in their last 5 games and 2.0 PPG. The hosts have one of the worst defensive records in the league, conceding an average of 2.33 goals per home match; combined with a scoring efficiency of only 33%, this places them in a difficult position. Utrecht shows stability, particularly in attack, with 8 goals in their last 5 matches and failing to score in only 8% of away games. Considering all statistics, the visitors' advantage is distinct, although Heracles' struggles at home (58% loss rate) combined with Utrecht's occasional irregularity on the road (42% loss rate) leave a slight possibility for a draw or a surprise home win.
Heracles vs Utrecht: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Heracles played against Utrecht in Eredivisie (Netherlands). The game was played on March 6, 2026. Final score: 0:0.
Recent form
Heracles has 1 win, 0 draws and 4 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. Utrecht has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Heracles scores 1.28 goals per game and allows 2.60. Utrecht scores 1.52 and allows 1.24. Games in this league average 3.19 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 56% of Heracles's games and 68% of Utrecht's. The Over 2.5 rates are 76% and 52%, compared with league averages of 64% for BTTS and 62% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Utrecht has the higher season xG average, 1.57 to 1.25 per game. Heracles takes 11.2 shots per game, while Utrecht takes 14.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Heracles leads at halftime in 20% of its games and scores 0.68 goals per game after halftime. Utrecht leads at halftime in 40% and scores 0.88 after halftime.
When the teams score
Heracles's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (7 goals). For Utrecht, it is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Eredivisie games average 3.19 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 4.00 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
Utrecht is the clear favorite for this match, confirmed by the significant gap in league positions (Heracles in 18th vs Utrecht in 8th) and the form of both teams. Heracles is in dismal shape with just 1 win in their last 5 matches and a points average of 0.6 PPG, while Utrecht demonstrates solid form with 3 wins in their last 5 games and 2.0 PPG. The hosts have one of the worst defensive records in the league, conceding an average of 2.33 goals per home match; combined with a scoring efficiency of only 33%, this places them in a difficult position. Utrecht shows stability, particularly in attack, with 8 goals in their last 5 matches and failing to score in only 8% of away games. Considering all statistics, the visitors' advantage is distinct, although Heracles' struggles at home (58% loss rate) combined with Utrecht's occasional irregularity on the road (42% loss rate) leave a slight possibility for a draw or a surprise home win.
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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
| Heracles | Utrecht | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 34% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.30 |
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.
Utrecht is 233% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - Heracles · 2 pts / game - Utrecht
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.
Utrecht is 19% better for: goals scored per game.
1.28 goals / game - Heracles · 1.52 goals / game - Utrecht
Utrecht is 110% better for: goals allowed per game.
2.6 goals / game - Heracles · 1.24 goals / game - Utrecht
Heracles scores in 60% of games (15 of 25 meczów), while Utrecht keeps a clean sheet in 16% (4 of 25 meczów).
Utrecht scores in 84% of games (21 of 25 meczów), while Heracles keeps a clean sheet in 4% (1 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 - Heracles
Over / Under - Utrecht
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.
Utrecht is 80% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.8 pts / game - Heracles · 1.44 pts / game - Utrecht
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Heracles - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 20% of games and wins 20%. 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.
Utrecht - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 40% of games and wins 36%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
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 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 60% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -4 | -5 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +4 | 0 |
* 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 46-60 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (17). Late-goal balance (76-90): -11 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
* 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
Heracles
Utrecht
* 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
| Heracles | Liga | Utrecht | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.88 | 3.19 | ▼ 2.76 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 56% | 64% | ▲ 68% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 76% | 62% | ▼ 52% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 4% | 19% | ▼ 16% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 88% | 81% | ▲ 84% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 96% | 84% | ▼ 72% |
^ 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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Heracles's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Utrecht. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Heracles vs Utrecht?
The Eredivisie match finished Heracles 0:0 Utrecht. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Heracles vs Utrecht?
Heracles score 1.28 goals per game on average and Utrecht 1.52. The Eredivisie average is 3.19 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 62% of games. Both teams score in 56% of Heracles's matches and 68% of Utrecht's.
What form are Heracles and Utrecht in?
Over the last 5 games Heracles have a 1-0-4 record (0.60 points per game) and Utrecht 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Heracles vs Utrecht?
The statistical background for Heracles vs Utrecht — 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.