- Groningen sit 11th in the Eredivisie with 3 points after 3 games, while Heracles Almelo sit 18th and are yet to pick up any points after their first 3.
- Heracles have lost both of their away games in the Eredivisie this season, failing to score a single goal and conceding an average of 3.00 per match.
- FC Groningen have been unbeaten in their last 2 matches at home in all competitions.
Tactical clash at Euroborg
FC Groningen’s home record is as good as perfect this Eredivisie season, where they have picked up their only win after beating SC Heerenveen 2-1 nine days ago. Heracles Almelo are rooted to the bottom of the table and yet to get any points from their opening three matches.
This game has extra interest, as both sides are trying to set the tone for their managers’ respective projects at the club. Dick Lukkien joined Groningen in July 2023 and has implemented a structured, possession-based style of play that focuses on building from the back, wide overloads, and organised counter-pressing. Bas Sibum took over Heracles Almelo in July 2025 and has gone in another direction with his team, employing a high-tempo, direct style of football that combines aggressive pressing with fast breaks.
These two teams may have different approaches, but the FC Groningen vs Heracles Almelo prediction points to a clear favourite when looking at the odds. Groningen enter this match as favorites at 2.00, while Heracles Almelo are listed as long shots at 4.10. The draw sits at 3.40, and given the home advantage and the fact that Heracles have lost both of their Eredivisie games on the road without scoring a goal, we are sticking with the hosts to take the points.
Stije Resink and Jizz Hornkamp to do battle
