Match Analysis: Groningen vs SC Telstar – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-20
- Time: 4:45 PM UTC
- Location: Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium, Groningen, Netherlands
Game Overview
The Eredivisie clash between Groningen (7th in standings) and SC Telstar (14th) features a home advantage for Groningen at the Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium. Groningen have been strong at home, unbeaten in their last 6 home matches with 3 straight home wins. SC Telstar is struggling with away form but has had notable performances such as a 2-0 away win against PSV recently.
Key Factors to Consider
- Groningen have scored in seven consecutive matches, with a recent 1-0 away win vs Utrecht and a solid home record. Telstar has had mixed form, including a 1-3 home loss to Fortuna Sittard and strong away results like 2-0 at PSV but inconsistent overall. Groningen's top scorer Andersen Willumsson has 5 goals, compared to Telstar's Patrick Brouwer with 2 goals.
- This will be the 19th Eredivisie meeting, with Groningen holding a slight advantage historically: 6 wins to Telstar's 5 and 7 draws. Their last meeting ended in a 1-1 draw. Groningen tend to win 90% of their matches when leading 1-0 at home and Telstar wins 71% of matches when leading 1-0 away.
- Groningenβs midfielder E. Van der Laan and forward B. Andersen Willumsson are missing. SC Telstar also has notable absences including N. Emeran. These absences could impact attacking options for Groningen.
- The match timetable and venue favor Groningen with home support. There are no reported extreme weather or logistical issues. Groningen's confidence is boosted by an unbeaten home streak.
- Groningen, placed higher and in better recent form at home, are motivated to maintain momentum early in the season. Telstar fights to improve their position and could aim to capitalize on counterattacks and recent decent away form.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Groningen: -135, SC Telstar: 360, Draw: 270 | Groningen Win | β β β β β 78% |
| Spread | Groningen -0.75: -105, SC Telstar +75: -115 | Groningen -0.75 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5: -115, Under 2.5: -105 | Under 2.5 Goals | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Groningen -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.5 27% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 2.5 at 27% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 28.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Groningen is favored to win due to stronger recent form, home advantage, and overall squad strength despite key injuries. A closely contested match is expected, potentially decided by a single goal.
Predicted Score: 1-0