Heerenveen and Groningen face each other at Abe Lenstra Stadion in what promises to be an interesting Eredivisie game, with 2-2 our predicted outcome. The 2-2 draw with Feyenoord underlined their growing confidence, though the potential absence of key forward Jacob Trenskow—who limped off in that match—would be a significant blow. At home, Heerenveen average 1.67 goals scored, but defensive inconsistency remains an issue, conceding 1.67 per home match and keeping no home clean sheets so far. Their expected goals metrics (1.85 overall) suggest they regularly create enough to trouble any opponent.
Groningen, meanwhile, arrive after a pair of draws, including the recent stalemate with NAC Breda. Their form is modest rather than spectacular, taking 1.30 points per game, though their away record (1.17 PPG) remains fragile, largely due to conceding 1.83 goals per away fixture. Their expected goals (2.07 overall) hints at untapped attacking potential, but finishing has been inconsistent. The H2H matchup strongly favours Heerenveen, who have won 12 of the last 26 meetings, with goal-heavy clashes historically common—92% over 1.5 goals and 69% BTTS.
As BTTS trends are high for both sides and historically in this fixture, this betting option should be considered. Additionally, Over 2.5 and Over 3.5 goals markets seem appealing.
This Netherlands Eredivisie match will be played on Sunday 18 January 2026 at 11:15.
What is our Heerenveen vs Groningen prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Heerenveen 2 - 2 Groningen
Heerenveen vs Groningen Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Dylan Vente @ 150 Odds
- To be booked: Younes Taha @ 162 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
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View OfferHeerenveen Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwwwd | 1.70 |
| Home | wld | 1.33 |
| Away | llwww | 1.86 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 33% | 57% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.10 | 3.33 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 1.67 | 2.00 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 1.67 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 50% | 67% | 43% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 0% | 43% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 33% | 14% |
| Expected Goals | 1.85 | 1.84 | 1.86 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.25 | 1.26 | 1.25 |
Groningen Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwwdd | 1.30 |
| Home | ddwd | 1.50 |
| Away | lllwd | 1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 25% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.70 | 2.25 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.30 | 1.50 | 1.17 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 0.75 | 1.83 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 50% | 17% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 25% | 33% |
| Expected Goals | 2.07 | 2.59 | 1.72 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.23 | 0.86 | 1.48 |
Heerenveen vs Groningen Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Heerenveen (46%)
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Groningen (23%)
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