Match Analysis: FC Zwolle vs Go Ahead Eagles – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-11
- Time: 10:15 AM UTC
- Location: Mac3Park Stadion, Zwolle, Netherlands
Game Overview
The Eredivisie clash between FC Zwolle and Go Ahead Eagles is set to be a tightly contested IJsselderby at Mac3Park Stadion. FC Zwolle currently hold 14th place in the league, while Go Ahead Eagles sit comfortably in 7th. Both teams have shown competitive recent form, with PEC Zwolle unbeaten in 5 of their last 6 matches and Go Ahead Eagles frequently drawing their recent games. Historical encounters underline a close matchup with a predominance of draws in recent head-to-head meetings.
Key Factors to Consider
- PEC Zwolle have won only 2 of their last 11 Eredivisie matches but have avoided defeat in 5 of their last 6, indicating resilience despite a lower league position. Go Ahead Eagles have drawn 67% of their last 6 games, reflecting a cautious but consistent approach. Zwolle have 34 points compared to Go Ahead Eagles’ 47, showcasing a gap but also that Zwolle can hold ground.
- In the last 6 matches between these teams, PEC Zwolle have 0 wins, Go Ahead Eagles have 2, and 3 ended in draws. Recent history points to a closely fought rivalry with a tendency toward stalemates.
- No specific injury information is available from the current data, suggesting squads are likely close to full strength for both sides.
- Playing at home in Zwolle provides FC Zwolle some advantage, but the motivation levels and form of Go Ahead Eagles could offset this.
- Both teams have motivation to secure points late in the season—Zwolle to climb away from the relegation zone, and Go Ahead Eagles to push for higher table positioning or European spots.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | FC Zwolle: 1.65, Go Ahead Eagles: 1.4, Draw: 2.65 | Draw | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Spread | FC Zwolle: 1.02, Go Ahead Eagles: 1.22 | Go Ahead Eagles 0 spread | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Over/under | Over 3: 1.05, Under 3: 1.15 | Under 3 goals | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Go Ahead Eagles 57% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 3 22% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Go Ahead Eagles at 57% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 21.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the strong defensive records, the trend of draws in head-to-heads, and current form, the match is expected to be closely contested with a high probability of a draw or a narrow win for either side. A conservative match with limited goals is likely.
Predicted Score: 1-1