Eredivisie
Groningen vs PEC Zwolle
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 - 19:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Euroborg
Groningen vs PEC Zwolle Prediction & Stats - Eredivisie 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Groningen vs PEC Zwolle carries real history into this round of the Eredivisie.
The two sides meet on 18/09 (Friday) at Euroborg, 19:00 (UK time).
Read the Groningen vs PEC Zwolle prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Groningen vs PEC Zwolle
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Groningen vs PEC Zwolle call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Correct Score: 2 - 1
Last updated on 16-09-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Groningen the side to beat, with roughly 57% 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 6 match into their Eredivisie. Here is where FC Groningen stand:
In this competition
2 won, 2 drawn, 2 lost
1.33 points per game
12 scored, at 2 a game
13 conceded, at 2.17 a game
FC Groningen, season-wide
2 won, 2 drawn, 2 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson, 4 goals
Most assists: Jorg Schreuders, 2 assists
Recent results — Groningen
12/09/2026 12:45
06/09/2026 06:15
28/08/2026 14:00
23/08/2026 08:30
16/08/2026 06:15
PEC Zwolle: how they are travelling
PEC Zwolle come in 6 matches into their Eredivisie.
Here is what PEC Zwolle have produced:
In this competition
1 won, 1 drawn, 4 lost
0.67 points per game
6 scored, at 1 a game
17 conceded, at 2.83 a game
PEC Zwolle, season-wide
1 won, 1 drawn, 4 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Koen Kostons, 3 goals
Most assists: Dylan Mbayo, 3 assists
Recent results — PEC Zwolle
13/09/2026 10:45
04/09/2026 14:00
29/08/2026 15:00
22/08/2026 15:00
16/08/2026 08:30
The head-to-head favours Groningen
Recent meetings have tended to go Groningen's way against PEC Zwolle.
From 26 match(es):
Groningen: 11 win(s)
PEC Zwolle: 8 win(s)
Drawn: 7
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Groningen vs PEC Zwolle prediction.
Form comparison Groningen vs PEC Zwolle
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 |
D
D
L
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Home |
D
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Away |
D
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Goals | 4.17 | 4 | 4.33 |
| Scored | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Conceded | 2.17 | 2 | 2.33 |
| 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
|
1.61 | 1.96 | 1.26 |
|
xGA
|
1.82 | 1.46 | 2.17 |
Away Team
PEC Zwolle
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
L
W
L
|
0.67 |
| Home |
L
L
L
|
0 |
| Away |
D
W
L
|
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Goals | 3.83 | 4.33 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1 | 0.33 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 2.83 | 4 | 1.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 33% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 67% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 0.87 | 1.57 |
|
xGA
|
2.27 | 2.14 | 2.4 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals
We expect Groningen vs PEC Zwolle to be a low scoring match. That’s why we’re backing under 2.5 goals as the best betting option. If the match ends with two or fewer goals, your bet wins.
👉 Prediction: Groningen win or Draw
Backing the Double Chance market offers a relatively safe bet, and taking Groningen or draw is a strong option here.
With Groningen’s impressive home form, it’s difficult to see them leaving empty-handed against PEC Zwolle. Given their solid performances at home, they should be more than capable of securing at least a point.
Fixture information - Groningen vs PEC Zwolle
Match: Groningen vs PEC Zwolle
Competition: Eredivisie
Date: Friday, 18/09/2026
Kick-off: 19:00 (UK time)
Venue: Euroborg
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Stats
The statistics for Groningen vs PEC Zwolle that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.67
League: 3.94
Both Teams to Score
84%
League: 74%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 93%
Over 2.5+
84%
League: 80%
Cards
2.66
League: 2.76
Corners
10
League: 10.61
Home Team
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
D
L
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Home |
D
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Away |
D
L
W
|
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Goals | 4.17 | 4 | 4.33 |
| Scored | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Conceded | 2.17 | 2 | 2.33 |
| 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
|
1.61 | 1.96 | 1.26 |
|
xGA
|
1.82 | 1.46 | 2.17 |
Away Team
PEC Zwolle
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
L
W
L
|
0.67 |
| Home |
L
L
L
|
0 |
| Away |
D
W
L
|
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Goals | 3.83 | 4.33 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1 | 0.33 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 2.83 | 4 | 1.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 33% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 67% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 0.87 | 1.57 |
|
xGA
|
2.27 | 2.14 | 2.4 |
Corners
9 / Match
+33% Corners / Match
PEC Zwolle received +33% more corners than Groningen in the Eredivisie
12 / Match
Go Ahead Eagles
(0)
Twente
(8)
Fortuna Sittard
(7)
PSV
(4)
ADO Den Haag
(2)
Utrecht
(5)(5)
Feyenoord
(4)
Sparta Rotterdam
(6)
NEC
(3)
Heerenveen
(3)
Twente
(2)
Ajax
Cards
1 / Match
+50% Cards / Match
PEC Zwolle received +50% more cards than Groningen in the Eredivisie
1.5 / Match
Go Ahead Eagles
(0)
Twente
(1)
Fortuna Sittard
(3)
PSV
(1)
ADO Den Haag
(1)
Utrecht
(0)(0)
Feyenoord
(2)
Sparta Rotterdam
(1)
NEC
(2)
Heerenveen
(0)
Twente
(2)
Ajax
Goals Scored
2 / Match
+100%
Groningen is +100% better in terms of goals scored
1 / Match
Go Ahead Eagles
(1)
Twente
(2)
Fortuna Sittard
(2)
PSV
(1)
ADO Den Haag
(4)
Utrecht
(2)(0)
Feyenoord
(2)
Sparta Rotterdam
(1)
NEC
(2)
Heerenveen
(1)
Twente
(0)
Ajax
Goals Conceded
2.17 / Match
+23%
PEC Zwolle condeded +23% more goals than Groningen
2.83 / Match
Go Ahead Eagles
(1)
Twente
(2)
Fortuna Sittard
(3)
PSV
(5)
ADO Den Haag
(1)
Utrecht
(1)(7)
Feyenoord
(2)
Sparta Rotterdam
(3)
NEC
(0)
Heerenveen
(3)
Twente
(2)
Ajax
Eredivisie Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
PSV
|
6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 22 | 7 | 15 | 16 | 2.67 |
| 2 |
AZ
|
6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 6 | 11 | 16 | 2.67 |
| 3 |
Feyenoord
|
6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 7 | 13 | 14 | 2.33 |
| 4 |
Ajax
|
6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 19 | 7 | 12 | 13 | 2.17 |
| 5 |
Twente
|
6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 2.17 |
| 6 |
Excelsior
|
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 1.67 |
| 7 |
Fortuna Sittard
|
6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 14 | -2 | 10 | 1.67 |
| 8 |
Go Ahead Eagles
|
6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 2 | 9 | 1.5 |
| 9 |
Groningen
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 13 | -1 | 8 | 1.33 |
| 10 |
NEC
|
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 12 | -1 | 7 | 1.17 |
| 11 |
Heerenveen
|
6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 9 | -2 | 6 | 1 |
| 12 |
Sparta Rotterdam
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 13 | -3 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 13 |
Telstar
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 11 | -6 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 14 |
Utrecht
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 19 | -8 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 15 |
Cambuur
|
6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 18 | -9 | 4 | 0.67 |
| 16 |
PEC Zwolle
|
6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 17 | -11 | 4 | 0.67 |
| 17 |
Willem II
|
6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 19 | -13 | 2 | 0.33 |
| 18 |
ADO Den Haag
|
6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 16 | -10 | 1 | 0.17 |
Odds
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