Willem II vs Vitesse: match statistics
Willem II displays solid home form with a 50% win rate at their own stadium and a positive goal difference (+4). The hosts have won three of their last five matches, scoring eight goals while conceding only five. Vitesse performs significantly worse in away matches, conceding an average of 1.62 goals per game and recording only a 31% win rate on the road. The visitors' recent form is inconsistent with three draws in five matches and a negative goal difference (-1) in away games. Willem II boasts better expected goals (xG 1.87 vs 1.63) and higher ball possession (53% vs 48%), which gives them an edge in this clash. Considering all factors, the hosts have a genuine chance of victory, although a draw cannot be ruled out due to Vitesse's tendency to share points away from home.
Willem II vs Vitesse: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Willem II played against Vitesse in Eerste Divisie (Netherlands). The game was played on February 20, 2026. Final score: 3:0.
Recent form
Willem II has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.00 points per game. Vitesse has 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss, with 1.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Willem II scores 1.35 goals per game and allows 1.35. Vitesse scores 1.52 and allows 1.56. Games in this league average 3.27 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 65% of Willem II's games and 70% of Vitesse's. The Over 2.5 rates are 54% and 70%, compared with league averages of 63% for BTTS and 66% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Willem II has the higher season xG average, 1.65 to 1.61 per game. Willem II takes 14.2 shots per game, while Vitesse takes 14.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Willem II leads at halftime in 31% of its games and scores 0.69 goals per game after halftime. Vitesse leads at halftime in 37% and scores 0.85 after halftime.
When the teams score
Willem II's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (11 goals). For Vitesse, it is minutes 76-90+ (13 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Eerste Divisie games average 3.27 goals. Both teams score in 63% of games, and 66% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. 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
Willem II displays solid home form with a 50% win rate at their own stadium and a positive goal difference (+4). The hosts have won three of their last five matches, scoring eight goals while conceding only five. Vitesse performs significantly worse in away matches, conceding an average of 1.62 goals per game and recording only a 31% win rate on the road. The visitors' recent form is inconsistent with three draws in five matches and a negative goal difference (-1) in away games. Willem II boasts better expected goals (xG 1.87 vs 1.63) and higher ball possession (53% vs 48%), which gives them an edge in this clash. Considering all factors, the hosts have a genuine chance of victory, although a draw cannot be ruled out due to Vitesse's tendency to share points away from home.
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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
| Willem II | Vitesse | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 34% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.27 | 0.31 |
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.
Willem II is 67% better for: last-5 form.
2 pts / game - Willem II · 1.2 pts / game - Vitesse
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.
Vitesse is 13% better for: goals scored per game.
1.35 goals / game - Willem II · 1.52 goals / game - Vitesse
Willem II is 16% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.35 goals / game - Willem II · 1.56 goals / game - Vitesse
Willem II scores in 88% of games (23 of 26 meczów), while Vitesse keeps a clean sheet in 15% (4 of 27 meczów).
Vitesse scores in 78% of games (21 of 27 meczów), while Willem II keeps a clean sheet in 23% (6 of 26 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 - Willem II
Over / Under - Vitesse
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.
Willem II is 7% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.46 pts / game - Willem II · 1.37 pts / game - Vitesse
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Willem II - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 31% of games and wins 42%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Vitesse - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 37% of games and wins 33%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -1 |
* 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 (11 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (13 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). 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
Willem II
Vitesse
* 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 (Eerste Divisie).
Teams vs league
| Willem II | Liga | Vitesse | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.69 | 3.27 | ▼ 3.07 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 65% | 63% | ▲ 70% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 54% | 66% | ▲ 70% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 23% | 21% | ▼ 15% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 69% | 78% | ▲ 89% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 81% | 86% | ▼ 81% |
^ 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 Willem II's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Vitesse. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Willem II vs Vitesse?
The Eerste Divisie match finished Willem II 3:0 Vitesse. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Willem II vs Vitesse?
Willem II score 1.35 goals per game on average and Vitesse 1.52. The Eerste Divisie average is 3.27 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 66% of games. Both teams score in 65% of Willem II's matches and 70% of Vitesse's.
What form are Willem II and Vitesse in?
Over the last 5 games Willem II have a 3-1-1 record (2.00 points per game) and Vitesse 1-3-1 (1.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Willem II vs Vitesse?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Willem II vs Vitesse: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.