Heracles Almelo vs Groningen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Heracles Almelo

L L L L L

18th place in Holland Eredivisie

1-2

17/05/2026 12:30

Groningen

W D L L W

9th place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Heracles Almelo vs Groningen on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 12:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Heracles Almelo vs Groningen preview before placing your bet.

Heracles Almelo are currently 18th with 19 points after 34 matches.
Groningen sit 9th with 48 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Groningen to win with probability 59%.
Head-to-head history favors Groningen, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Heracles Almelo have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

12:30

2026-05-17

Heracles Almelo vs Groningen - Prediction & Odds

Heracles Almelo

Groningen

2026-05-17 12:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 PSV Eindhoven	84	34	27	3	4	101	45	56
02 Feyenoord	65	34	19	8	7	70	44	26
03 NEC Nijmegen	59	34	16	11	7	77	53	24
04 FC Twente Enschede	58	34	15	13	6	59	40	19
05 AFC Ajax	56	34	14	14	6	62	41	21
06 FC Utrecht	53	34	15	8	11	55	42	13
07 AZ Alkmaar	52	34	14	10	10	58	51	7
08 SC Heerenveen	51	34	14	9	11	57	53	4
09 Groningen	48	34	14	6	14	49	45	4
10 Sparta Rotterdam	43	34	12	7	15	40	62	-22
11 Fortuna Sittard	39	34	11	6	17	49	63	-14
12 Go Ahead Eagles	38	34	8	14	12	54	53	1
13 Excelsior SBV	38	34	10	8	16	43	56	-13
14 SC Telstar	37	34	9	10	15	49	55	-6
15 PEC Zwolle	37	34	9	10	15	44	71	-27
16 Volendam	32	34	8	8	18	35	55	-20
17 NAC Breda	29	34	6	11	17	35	58	-23
18 Heracles Almelo	19	34	5	4	25	35	85	-50

Head To Head

29/08/2025 18:00

Groningen

4 - 0

Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

23/04/2025 18:00

Groningen

4 - 1

Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

28/01/2025 19:00

Heracles Almelo

1 - 1

Groningen

HOL D1

02/08/2024 15:59

Groningen

2 - 0

Heracles Almelo

INT CF

21/03/2024 12:00

Heracles Almelo

4 - 1

Groningen

INT CF

24/04/2022 12:30

Groningen

0 - 1

Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

Heracles Almelo

33%

Draw

17%

Groningen

50%

Heracles Almelo Last 6 matches

10/05/2026 14:45

SC Telstar 3 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

03/05/2026 12:30

PEC Zwolle 1 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

26/04/2026 12:30

Heracles Almelo 0 - 2 Volendam HOL D1

11/04/2026 19:00

Heracles Almelo 0 - 3 AFC Ajax HOL D1

05/04/2026 12:30

SC Heerenveen 4 - 1 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

20/03/2026 19:00

Heracles Almelo 1 - 1 Excelsior SBV HOL D1

Win

Draw

17%

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Groningen

10/05/2026 14:45

Groningen 2 - 1 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

02/05/2026 16:45

Groningen 2 - 3 Excelsior SBV HOL D1

25/04/2026 14:30

Feyenoord 3 - 1 Groningen HOL D1

11/04/2026 18:10

Groningen 0 - 0 Go Ahead Eagles HOL D1

04/04/2026 16:45

SC Telstar 0 - 2 Groningen HOL D1

22/03/2026 15:45

Groningen 3 - 0 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Holland Eredivisie

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

218

Avg. per game

0.81

Conceded

256

Avg. per game

0.95

Scored

216

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

224

Avg. per game

0.82

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 270 matches

YesNo

138 (51%)132 (49%)

In last 270 matches

NoYes

149 (54%)125 (46%)

Heracles Almelo

Recent matches

Groningen

Under /Over

(93%)42 3(7%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Heracles Almelo

Groningen

Shots

Heracles Almelo

Total shots

11.30 avg / game

Blocked

506 total

Avg. 2.96

Groningen

Total shots

12.06 avg / game

Blocked

642 total

Avg. 3.51

Heracles Almelo Pass Groningen

Total passes

81609

Avg. 392 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

86165

Avg. 416 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Heracles Almelo

270

Played games

Groningen

274

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.26

4.70

1269

Corners

1226

4.47

14.33

3870

Throw-ins

3400

12.41

1.32

356

Offsides

338

1.23

2.94

795

GK saves

639

2.33

Heracles Almelo

DISCIPLINARY

Groningen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.47

398

359

1.31

0.06

0.09

9.53

2574

Fouls

2258

8.24

12.29

3319

Tackles

3207

11.70

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How We Build the Heracles Almelo vs Groningen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Heracles Almelo vs Groningen on 17 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Holland Eredivisie fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Heracles Almelo vs Groningen Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Heracles Almelo's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Groningen's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Holland Eredivisie Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Holland Eredivisie standings and the Holland Eredivisie form table to understand exactly where Heracles Almelo and Groningen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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