Eredivisie
Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 - 19:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Euroborg
Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard Prediction & Stats - Eredivisie 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard carries real history into this round of the Eredivisie.
The two sides meet on 28/08 (Friday) at Euroborg, 19:00 (UK time).
Read the Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Double Chance: Groningen or Draw
Last updated on 25-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Groningen the side to beat, with roughly 64% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Eredivisie odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Groningen Preview
Groningen reach this fixture 3 match into their Eredivisie. Here is where FC Groningen stand:
In this competition
2 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost
2 points per game
7 scored, at 2.33 a game
7 conceded, at 2.33 a game
FC Groningen, season-wide
2 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson, 3 goals
Most assists: Thom van Bergen, 2 assists
Recent results — Groningen
23/08/2026 08:30
16/08/2026 06:15
09/08/2026 08:30
21/05/2026 12:45
17/05/2026 08:30
Fortuna Sittard: how they are travelling
Fortuna Sittard come in 3 matches into their Eredivisie.
Here is what Fortuna Sittard have produced:
In this competition
1 won, 1 drawn, 1 lost
1.33 points per game
5 scored, at 1.67 a game
5 conceded, at 1.67 a game
Fortuna Sittard, season-wide
1 won, 1 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Edouard Michut, 1 goals
Most assists: Ivo Pinto, 1 assists
Recent results — Fortuna Sittard
22/08/2026 10:30
15/08/2026 15:00
08/08/2026 14:00
17/05/2026 08:30
10/05/2026 10:45
The head-to-head
Over 14 recent meetings between Groningen and Fortuna Sittard:
Groningen: 6 win(s)
Fortuna Sittard: 6 win(s)
Drawn: 2
An even record like this keeps the Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard prediction genuinely open.
Form comparison Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
|
2 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Goals | 4.67 | 3 | 5.5 |
| Scored | 2.33 | 2 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 2.33 | 1 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.62 | 1.64 | 1.62 |
|
xGA
|
1.92 | 1.64 | 2.07 |
Away Team
Fortuna Sittard
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
D
|
1.33 |
| Home |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Away |
D
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 3 | 4 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.17 | 1.2 | 1.11 |
|
xGA
|
2.71 | 2.81 | 2.51 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Groningen to Win
Backing Groningen to win the match is our top betting tip.
Heading into this clash with Fortuna Sittard, Groningen is set to be the favourite, thanks to their dominant home performances throughout the season.
👉 Prediction: Under 9.5 Corners
Our analysis of Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard suggests there is good value in the corners market.
With low attacking activity expected from both sides, our best betting tip is under 9.5 corners. If the total stays at 9 or fewer, you will win your bet.
Fixture information - Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard
Match: Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard
Competition: Eredivisie
Date: Friday, 28/08/2026
Kick-off: 19:00 (UK time)
Venue: Euroborg
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Stats
The statistics for Groningen vs Fortuna Sittard that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.5
League: 3.75
Both Teams to Score
100%
League: 71%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 92%
Over 2.5+
100%
League: 75%
Cards
1
League: 2.25
Corners
5
League: 10.63
Home Team
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
|
2 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Goals | 4.67 | 3 | 5.5 |
| Scored | 2.33 | 2 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 2.33 | 1 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.62 | 1.64 | 1.62 |
|
xGA
|
1.92 | 1.64 | 2.07 |
Away Team
Fortuna Sittard
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
D
|
1.33 |
| Home |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Away |
D
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 3 | 4 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.17 | 1.2 | 1.11 |
|
xGA
|
2.71 | 2.81 | 2.51 |
Corners
8.67 / Match
+46% Corners / Match
Fortuna Sittard received +46% more corners than Groningen in the Eredivisie
12.66 / Match
PSV
(4)
ADO Den Haag
(2)
Utrecht
(5)(1)
AZ
(6)
Cambuur
(0)
PSV
Cards
0.67 / Match
+49% Cards / Match
Fortuna Sittard received +49% more cards than Groningen in the Eredivisie
1 / Match
PSV
(1)
ADO Den Haag
(1)
Utrecht
(0)(0)
AZ
(0)
Cambuur
(1)
PSV
Goals Scored
2.33 / Match
+40%
Groningen is +40% better in terms of goals scored
1.67 / Match
PSV
(1)
ADO Den Haag
(4)
Utrecht
(2)(0)
AZ
(3)
Cambuur
(2)
PSV
Goals Conceded
2.33 / Match
+28%
Groningen condeded +28% more goals than Fortuna Sittard
1.67 / Match
PSV
(5)
ADO Den Haag
(1)
Utrecht
(1)(2)
AZ
(1)
Cambuur
(2)
PSV
Eredivisie Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
AZ
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| 2 |
Go Ahead Eagles
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 3 |
PSV
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 4 |
Feyenoord
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 5 |
Groningen
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| 6 |
Ajax
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 7 |
Sparta Rotterdam
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 8 |
Fortuna Sittard
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 9 |
Heerenveen
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 10 |
Excelsior
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 11 |
NEC
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 12 |
Twente
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 13 |
Telstar
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 14 |
PEC Zwolle
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 3 | 1 |
| 15 |
Utrecht
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 9 | -4 | 1 | 0.33 |
| 16 |
Willem II
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 |
ADO Den Haag
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 9 | -7 | 0 | 0 |
| 18 |
Cambuur
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 12 | -9 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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