22 January 2022 at 17:45
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
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.
2.8
Average goals per game
50%
Games with 3+ goals
50%
Both teams scored
Market Summary
Margin: 5.5%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 | 1.67 | 3.60 | 5.00 |
| Max | 1.73 | 3.78 | 5.30 |
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 | 56.1% | 25.7% | 18.3% |
| Public market | 55.2% | 26.1% | 18.8% |
Vitesse vs Groningen — 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21/05/2322/23 | Vitesse | 6–0 | Groningen | 1.44/4.68/7.07 |
| 04/09/2222/23 | Groningen | 0–1 | Vitesse | 2.45/3.53/2.81 |
| 22/01/2221/22 | Vitesse | 1–3 | Groningen | 1.70/3.69/5.10 |
| 22/09/2121/22 | Groningen | 0–1 | Vitesse | 2.45/3.40/2.74 |
| 23/01/2120/21 | Vitesse | 1–0 | Groningen | 1.75/3.84/4.56 |
| 21/11/2020/21 | Groningen | 1–1 | Vitesse | 2.95/3.38/2.40 |
| 08/02/2019/20 | Groningen | 1–0 | Vitesse | 2.32/3.28/3.08 |
| 08/11/1919/20 | Vitesse | 1–2 | Groningen | 1.93/3.53/3.92 |
| 10/02/1918/19 | Groningen | 2–1 | Vitesse | 2.44/3.38/2.86 |
| 12/08/1818/19 | Vitesse | 5–1 | Groningen | 1.59/4.11/5.22 |
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: Vitesse
Away Record: Groningen
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Groningen defeated Vitesse 3:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by J. Larsen 39′, M. de Leeuw 67′, D. van Kaam 71′, A. Oroz 76′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Vitesse had 45% possession while Groningen held 55%. Vitesse had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 11 (7 on target) for Groningen. Vitesse made 5 substitutions, Groningen made 5. VAR was involved: Card reviewed (Loïs Openda 35′).
Match Events
Key match events between Vitesse and Groningen — 4 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Suslov
assist: P. Abraham
Match Statistics
Vitesse had 45% possession against Groningen's 55%. Vitesse registered 7 shots (2 on target) while Groningen managed 11 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 3–2. Fouls committed: 12–15.
Lineups
Vitesse lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under T. Letsch, while Groningen deployed a 5-4-1 under D. Buijs.
Defensive Solidity
Vitesse deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Groningen's 5-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
Vitesse field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Groningen's 4 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
Vitesse start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Groningen 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: T. Letsch
Substitutes
Coach: D. Buijs
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Vitesse have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Groningen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Vitesse
Groningen
Vitesse vs Groningen Head to Head Results
Vitesse and Groningen have met 29 times — Vitesse won 14, Groningen won 9, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Vitesse leads the head-to-head with 14 victories from 29 meetings. A combined 87 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (53 for the home side, 34 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 17 matches (59%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 17 games (59%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Vitesse are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–0 in 2023.
14
Vitesse
6
Drawn
9
Groningen
Recent Meetings (29)
API data: 15 Mar 2026