Prediction for match Roda — Go Ahead Eagles

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

On December 17, in the KNVB Cup, Roda will face Go Ahead Eagles. The odds for a Go Ahead Eagles win are 1.79, a draw is at 3.68, and a Roda victory is at 4.14. The outcome probabilities are distributed as follows: Roda win - 22.53%, draw - 25.35%, Go Ahead Eagles win - 52.12%. Considering these figures, Go Ahead Eagles are seen as the favorites for this match. Betting options for the main outcomes reflect that bookmakers expect an active game with Go Ahead Eagles having the edge, but they do not rule out a challenge from Roda. The significant difference in percentages between a draw and a Go Ahead Eagles win highlights the confidence in the visitors' success.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Roda had an average possession of 53.6%, with 1 yellow card, 8.8 fouls, and 2.6 offsides per game. Go Ahead Eagles, over the same period, had 46.6% possession, received 2.2 yellow cards, committed 8.6 fouls, and had 2 offsides. Roda's last three matches were as follows: December 12 - De Graafschap 2-3 Roda, December 5 - Roda 2-3 Jong AZ, November 30 - MVV 0-0 Roda. Go Ahead Eagles' last three matches were: December 14 - Twente 2-0 Go Ahead Eagles, December 11 - Lyon 2-1 Go Ahead Eagles, December 7 - AZ Alkmaar 2-2 Go Ahead Eagles. The last head-to-head meeting between the teams was on July 23, 2022, and ended with a 2-0 victory for Go Ahead Eagles.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In their last five matches, Roda had an average total of 3 goals per game, scoring 1.4 and conceding 1.6. Go Ahead Eagles averaged 3.4 goals per match, scoring 1 and conceding 2.4. For over 2.5 goals: Roda had 3 out of 5 matches over, and Go Ahead Eagles had 4 out of 5 over. In the first half, Roda had only 1 out of 5 games with two or more goals, while Go Ahead Eagles had 4 out of 5 over 1.5. In the second halves, Roda had 3 out of 5 over 1.5, and Go Ahead Eagles had 2 out of 5. Regarding goal intervals: Roda most frequently scored between 76-90 minutes (50%), and Go Ahead Eagles between 31-45 minutes (38%). Roda conceded most goals between 46-60 and 76-90 minutes (33% each), while Go Ahead Eagles conceded most in the first 15 minutes (33%). This statistics indicate that both teams are inclined towards high-scoring matches, especially Go Ahead Eagles, with 4 out of 5 games ending with three or more goals. The average goals scored and conceded by both sides support a bet on over 2.5 goals at 1.50.

Corners: Numbers and Potential Bets

Roda averaged 4.8 corners in their last five matches, while Go Ahead Eagles averaged 3.4. For over 9.5 corners: Roda had 3 out of 5 games over, and Go Ahead Eagles had 1 out of 5. Among the presented corner totals, there is no pair with odds close to the sum of both teams' average values. Based on the average figures, it is logical to expect around 8-9 corners in this match. Considering Roda more frequently hit over 9.5, while Go Ahead Eagles were lower in this regard, a bet on a moderate total of corners seems justified. The difference in corner activity between the teams may influence the game's dynamics, especially if Roda attacks more in the second half.