3 December 2021 at 19:00
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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: PEC Zwolle
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Groningen and PEC Zwolle drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by M. De Wit 14′, T. van den Belt 75′ (o.g.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Groningen had 54% possession while PEC Zwolle held 46%. Groningen had 8 shots (1 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for PEC Zwolle. Groningen made 5 substitutions, PEC Zwolle made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Groningen and PEC Zwolle — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. van den Belt
Own Goal
Match Statistics
Groningen had 54% possession against PEC Zwolle's 46%. Groningen registered 8 shots (1 on target) while PEC Zwolle managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 11–25.
Lineups
Groningen lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under D. Buijs, while PEC Zwolle deployed a 3-4-1-2 under D. Schreuder.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Groningen is —, compared to 6.50 for PEC Zwolle. 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. Groningen's highest-rated starter is —, while PEC Zwolle's best-rated player is E. Reijnders (6.50).
Defensive Solidity
Groningen deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against PEC Zwolle's 3-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 PEC Zwolle's 4 rated 6.50. 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 3 for PEC Zwolle 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 —% for Groningen and 40% for PEC Zwolle. 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Groningen's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while PEC Zwolle average 25.0 (youngest: E. Reijnders (25), oldest: E. Reijnders (25)). 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
Groningen's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 2 for PEC Zwolle. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: D. Buijs
Substitutes
Coach: D. Schreuder
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Groningen have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. PEC Zwolle show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Groningen vs PEC Zwolle Head to Head Results
Groningen and PEC Zwolle have met 24 times — Groningen won 10, PEC Zwolle won 8, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Groningen leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 24 meetings. A combined 52 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.17 per match (31 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (29%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. PEC Zwolle are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2017.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (24)
API data: 15 Mar 2026