Match Summary
Feyenoord and Groningen drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by M. de Leeuw 23′, C. Dessers 71′. Feyenoord had 63% possession while Groningen held 37%. Feyenoord had 23 shots (6 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Groningen. Feyenoord made 5 substitutions, Groningen made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Feyenoord and Groningen — 2 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Meijer
assist: F. Aursnes
Match Statistics
Feyenoord had 63% possession against Groningen's 37%. Feyenoord registered 23 shots (6 on target) while Groningen managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–1. Fouls committed: 7–12.
Lineups
Feyenoord lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Slot, while Groningen deployed a 3-4-3 under D. Buijs.
Defensive Solidity
Feyenoord deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Groningen'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
Feyenoord field 5 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
Feyenoord start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Feyenoord's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: G. Trauner (33), oldest: G. Trauner (33)), while Groningen 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Feyenoord have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Groningen show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Feyenoord and Groningen have met 1 times — Feyenoord won 1, Groningen won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Feyenoord leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026