21 August 2021 at 19:00
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
Historical data only — not for betting
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Head-to-Head Record
Even recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.3
Average goals per game
60%
Games with 3+ goals
60%
Both teams scored
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (27%) — the odds may underestimate Utrecht.
Market Summary
Margin: 5.8%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 3.60 | 3.60 | 1.90 |
| Max | 3.75 | 3.81 | 2.02 |
Market Consensus
Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional market | 26.8% | 25.4% | 47.8% |
| Public market | 24.9% | 25.9% | 49.2% |
| Δ | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
Groningen vs Utrecht — margin-removed probabilities
Result vs. Market
Result differed from market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Head-to-Head History
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Avg. odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/02/2625/26 | Groningen | 1–2 | Utrecht | 2.00/3.40/3.80 |
| 14/09/2525/26 | Utrecht | 0–1 | Groningen | 1.77/3.94/4.29 |
| 13/04/2524/25 | Utrecht | 3–1 | Groningen | 1.71/3.75/4.86 |
| 20/10/2424/25 | Groningen | 0–1 | Utrecht | 3.49/3.65/2.02 |
| 07/04/2322/23 | Groningen | 1–2 | Utrecht | 3.06/3.50/2.29 |
| 06/11/2222/23 | Utrecht | 2–1 | Groningen | 1.69/3.99/4.81 |
| 20/03/2221/22 | Utrecht | 1–3 | Groningen | 1.71/3.66/5.16 |
| 21/08/2121/22 | Groningen | 0–0 | Utrecht | 3.65/3.67/1.96 |
| 09/01/2120/21 | Utrecht | 2–2 | Groningen | 1.79/3.72/4.39 |
| 18/10/2020/21 | Groningen | 0–0 | Utrecht | 2.91/3.50/2.38 |
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Groningen
Away Record: Utrecht
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Groningen and Utrecht drew 0:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. 7 yellow cards were shown. Groningen had 54% possession while Utrecht held 46%. Groningen had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 5 (0 on target) for Utrecht. Groningen made 4 substitutions, Utrecht made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Groningen and Utrecht — 0 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Groningen had 54% possession against Utrecht's 46%. Groningen registered 14 shots (3 on target) while Utrecht managed 5 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 12–15.
Lineups
Groningen lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under D. Buijs, while Utrecht deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Hake.
Defensive Solidity
Groningen deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Utrecht's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Groningen field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Utrecht's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Groningen start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Utrecht averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Coach: D. Buijs
Substitutes
Coach: R. Hake
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Groningen have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Utrecht show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Groningen
Utrecht
Groningen vs Utrecht Head to Head Results
Groningen and Utrecht have met 31 times — Groningen won 7, Utrecht won 18, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Utrecht leads the head-to-head with 18 victories from 31 meetings. A combined 70 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.26 per match (29 for the home side, 41 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (45%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (39%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–5 in 2016.
7
Groningen
6
Drawn
18
Utrecht
Recent Meetings (31)
API data: 15 Mar 2026