Prediction for match Groningen — Volendam

Odds and Outcome Probabilities

In the Eredivisie on December 13, Groningen will face Volendam. The odds for a Groningen win are 1.44, a draw is 4.78, and a Volendam victory is 7.20. The probabilities for the outcomes are as follows: Groningen - 66.61%, draw - 20.07%, Volendam - 13.32%. Given these percentages and odds, Groningen stands out as the main contender for three points. However, the goal and total statistics of both teams suggest considering bets on scoring. Volendam has shown inconsistent defensive play in recent matches, which could impact the final score.

Team Results and Statistics

In the last five matches, Groningen had an average possession of 53.8%, committed 10 fouls, 1 offside, and received 1.4 yellow cards per game. During the same period, Volendam had 46.2% possession, recorded 7.4 fouls, 0.6 offsides, and 0.8 yellow cards on average per game. In the last three matches, Groningen played as follows: December 5 - Excelsior vs Groningen 0-2, December 2 - Ajax vs Groningen 2-0, November 23 - Groningen vs Zwolle 2-2. Volendam's last three matches results were: December 7 - Volendam vs NEC Nijmegen 2-3, November 30 - PSV vs Volendam 3-0, November 22 - Volendam vs Twente 1-1. The most recent head-to-head match was on January 29, 2023, when Volendam defeated Groningen 3-2.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In a five-match series, Groningen's average total goals per match is 2.4, while Volendam's is 3.4. For goals scored: Groningen - 1, Volendam - 1.2, with Volendam conceding an average of 2.2 per game, and Groningen - 1.4. For over 2.5 goals: Groningen had only 1 out of 5 games over, while Volendam had 4 out of 5 over. In the first half, over 1.5 goals occurred once for Groningen, and twice for Volendam out of 5. In the second half, both teams played 4 out of 5 over 1.5. For scoring intervals: Groningen most frequently scored between 46-60 minutes (43%), Volendam between 76-90 minutes (36%). Conceded goals for both teams also concentrate in the second half: Groningen 40% between 46-60 minutes, Volendam 50% in the same period. Considering Volendam's consistent over 2.5 goals, high second-half scoring, and both sides' less reliable defense, a bet on over 2.5 goals seems most justified. The odds for over 2.5 goals are 1.59.

Corners: Figures and Possible Bets

Groningen averaged 6.6 corners in the last five matches, while Volendam averaged 3.8. For the over 9.5 corners total: Groningen had 4 out of 5 games over, Volendam 3 out of 5. Considering the total corners, both options are available for the 9.5 line: over 9.5 - 1.65, under 9.5 - 2.16. Groningen is favored in corner outcomes with odds of 1.26. Statistically, both teams tend to be active near the opponent's goal, especially Groningen, increasing the likelihood of a high number of corners. A bet on over 9.5 corners seems logical, considering the average figures and frequency of overs at this level.