31 October 2021 at 15:45

51
Full Time
Referee: P. van Boekel

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.

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Head-to-Head Record

Utrecht dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Utrecht7wins
1draws10 meetings
Willem II2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.6

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.3%

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

Home 73.0%Draw 21.2%Away 12.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.364.507.50
Max1.394.928.98
Over 2.5: 65.4%Under 2.5: 41.7%
Market favourite:Utrecht · Heavy favourite

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.

1X2
Professional market69.6%19.7%10.8%
Public market68.1%19.5%12.4%
Δ1.4%0.1%1.6%

Utrecht vs Willem II — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Utrecht
Result vs. Market: Utrecht (73%)

Result matched 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.

UtrechtHalf-time:21Willem II
19Shots9
7Shots on target3

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.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
09/03/25Willem II2–3Utrecht3.97/3.39/1.95
21/09/24Utrecht3–2Willem II1.57/4.12/5.59
15/05/22Willem II3–0Utrecht2.16/3.78/3.01
31/10/21Utrecht5–1Willem II1.37/4.72/8.33
01/05/21Utrecht3–2Willem II1.49/4.41/6.51
19/02/21Willem II0–6Utrecht5.78/4.71/1.51
16/02/20Willem II1–1Utrecht2.55/3.55/2.60
29/09/19Utrecht2–0Willem II1.51/4.33/6.11
27/01/19Utrecht0–1Willem II1.44/4.59/6.76
28/10/18Willem II0–1Utrecht2.75/3.37/2.51

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: Utrecht

W 425D 291L 393
Over 2.557
Goals scored1662

Away Record: Willem II

W 292D 209L 443
Over 2.558
Goals scored1240

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Utrecht defeated Willem II 5:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by B. Ramselaar 10′, B. Ramselaar 25′, K. Wriedt 35′, B. Ramselaar 67′, M. Mallahi 83′, J. van Overeem 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Utrecht had 55% possession while Willem II held 45%. Utrecht had 19 shots (7 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Willem II. Utrecht made 6 substitutions, Willem II made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Utrecht and Willem II — 6 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Utrecht
Willem II
Kick Off
B. Ramselaar

assist: M. Sylla

25′
35′
K. Wriedt

assist: C. Nunnely

Adam Maher38′
Half Time
M. van der HoornH. ter Avest
53′
O. BoussaidS. van de Streek
53′
B. Ramselaar

assist: D. Warmerdam

67′
74′
D. SaddikiG. Roemeratoe
74′
M. KöhlertG. Sağlam
Mark van der Maarel79′
M. SyllaM. Mallahi
81′
81′
K. WriedtA. Kampetsis
Q. TimberJ. van Overeem
82′
82′
E. BergströmN. Michelis
M. Mallahi

assist: A. Douvikas

83′
B. RamselaarR. Balk
88′
D. WarmerdamA. Zagre
88′
J. van Overeem

assist: R. Balk

90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Utrecht had 55% possession against Willem II's 45%. Utrecht registered 19 shots (7 on target) while Willem II managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 9–16.

7Shots on Goal3
7Shots off Goal5
19Total Shots9
5Blocked Shots1
13Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox2
9Fouls16
4Corner Kicks5
1Offsides1
55%Ball Possession45%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
485Total passes399
383Passes accurate305
79%Passes %76%

Lineups

Utrecht lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Hake, while Willem II deployed a 4-2-3-1 under F. Grim.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Utrecht is 7.07, compared to — for Willem II. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Utrecht's highest-rated starter is M. van der Hoorn (7.07), while Willem II's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Utrecht have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by M. van der Hoorn (1G). Willem II's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Utrecht deploy 4 defenders rated 7.07 on average, against Willem II'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

Utrecht field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Willem II'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

Utrecht start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Willem II 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 84% for Utrecht and —% for Willem II. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Utrecht's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Willem II. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Utrecht's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: M. van der Hoorn (33), oldest: M. van der Hoorn (33)), while Willem II average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Utrecht's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 0 for Willem II. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Utrecht4-2-3-14-2-3-1Willem II
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Paes14Janssen2Maarel33Hoorn21Warmerd.6Maher23Ramsela.27Timber26Boussaid29Sylla18Douvikas21Wellenr.5Bergstr.4Jenssen13Owusu27Köhn8Llonch17Saddiki9Wriedt11Köhlert7Nunnely15Svensson

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hake

Substitutes

Coach: F. Grim

UtrechtPosition StrengthWillem II
7.07
Avg Rating
7.07Defender (4 v 4)
1G 0A0G 0A
Utrecht4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperM. Paes
14DefenderW. Janssen
2DefenderM. van der Maarel
33DefenderM. van der Hoorn7.11G
21DefenderD. Warmerdam
6MidfielderA. Maher
23MidfielderB. Ramselaar
27MidfielderQ. Timber
26MidfielderO. Boussaid
29MidfielderM. Sylla
18ForwardA. Douvikas
Willem II4-2-3-1
21GoalkeeperT. Wellenreuther
5DefenderE. Bergström
4DefenderU. Jenssen
13DefenderL. Owusu
27DefenderD. Köhn
8MidfielderPol Llonch
17MidfielderD. Saddiki
11MidfielderM. Köhlert
7MidfielderC. Nunnely
15MidfielderM. Svensson
9ForwardK. Wriedt

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Utrecht have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Willem II show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Utrecht

WLWWDW

Willem II

WWWWLW

Utrecht vs Willem II Head to Head Results

Utrecht and Willem II have met 21 times — Utrecht won 14, Willem II won 5, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Utrecht leads the head-to-head with 14 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 70 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (45 for the home side, 25 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (52%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (62%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–6 in 2021.

14

Utrecht

2

Drawn

5

Willem II

Goals: 45Goals: 25

Recent Meetings (21)

9 Mar 2025Willem II2 – 3Utrecht
21 Sept 2024Utrecht3 – 2Willem II
15 May 2022Willem II3 – 0Utrecht
1 May 2021Utrecht3 – 2Willem II
19 Feb 2021Willem II0 – 6Utrecht
16 Feb 2020Willem II1 – 1Utrecht
29 Sept 2019Utrecht2 – 0Willem II
27 Jan 2019Utrecht0 – 1Willem II
28 Oct 2018Willem II0 – 1Utrecht
31 Mar 2018Willem II3 – 2Utrecht
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026