5 March 2022 at 17:45

Referee: D. Makkelie

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 record

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

GO Ahead Eagles1wins
6draws10 meetings
Utrecht3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (24%) — the odds may underestimate Utrecht.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.3%

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 25.8%Draw 27.3%Away 52.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.803.501.90
Max4.023.751.95
Over 2.5: 52.6%Under 2.5: 51.3%
Market favourite:Utrecht · Slight 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 market24.2%26.0%49.8%
Public market24.9%25.2%49.8%

GO Ahead Eagles vs Utrecht — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Utrecht (52%)

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.

GO Ahead EaglesHalf-time:10Utrecht
9Shots19
3Shots on target7

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
22/03/26Utrecht2–0Go Ahead Eagles1.75/3.60/5.00
30/11/25Go Ahead Eagles2–2Utrecht2.90/3.52/2.35
06/04/25Go Ahead Eagles2–2Utrecht2.08/3.87/3.16
15/12/24Utrecht3–3Go Ahead Eagles1.98/3.66/3.53
14/04/24Utrecht2–1Go Ahead Eagles1.73/3.93/4.56
10/12/23Go Ahead Eagles0–2Utrecht2.14/3.54/3.24
18/03/23Utrecht1–2Go Ahead Eagles1.72/3.98/4.56
15/01/23Go Ahead Eagles2–2Utrecht2.83/3.54/2.41
05/03/22Go Ahead Eagles1–1Utrecht3.87/3.66/1.92
11/12/21Utrecht0–0Go Ahead Eagles1.41/4.82/7.57

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: GO Ahead Eagles

W 99D 90L 181
Over 2.559
Goals scored469

Away Record: Utrecht

W 425D 291L 393
Over 2.557
Goals scored1662

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

GO Ahead Eagles and Utrecht drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by L. Brouwers 33′, M. Sylla 76′. 2 yellow cards were shown. GO Ahead Eagles had 46% possession while Utrecht held 54%. GO Ahead Eagles had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 19 (7 on target) for Utrecht. GO Ahead Eagles made 4 substitutions, Utrecht made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between GO Ahead Eagles and Utrecht — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

GO Ahead Eagles
Utrecht
Kick Off
L. Brouwers

assist: R. Oratmangoen

33′
39′Mark van der Maarel
Half Time
46′
H. VeermanT. Douvikas
C. MartinaO. Heil
63′
L. BrouwersB. Lucassen
63′
63′
M. van der MaarelM. Mahi
I. LidbergG. Botos
84′
84′
B. RamselaarO. Boussaid
Iñigo CórdobaCardona
85′
Full Time

Match Statistics

GO Ahead Eagles had 46% possession against Utrecht's 54%. GO Ahead Eagles registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Utrecht managed 19 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 9–9.

3Shots on Goal7
4Shots off Goal4
9Total Shots19
2Blocked Shots8
7Shots insidebox13
2Shots outsidebox6
9Fouls9
7Corner Kicks3
3Offsides1
46%Ball Possession54%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves2
422Total passes500
302Passes accurate387
72%Passes %77%

Lineups

GO Ahead Eagles lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under K. van Wonderen, while Utrecht deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Hake.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for GO Ahead Eagles is 7.00, compared to 7.03 for Utrecht. 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. GO Ahead Eagles's highest-rated starter is G. Nauber (7.17), while Utrecht's best-rated player is M. van der Hoorn (7.03).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of GO Ahead Eagles have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by G. Nauber (2G). Utrecht's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by M. van der Hoorn (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

GO Ahead Eagles deploy 4 defenders rated 7.17 on average, against Utrecht's 4-man backline averaging 7.03. 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

GO Ahead Eagles field 4 midfielders averaging 6.82, 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

GO Ahead Eagles start 2 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 86% for GO Ahead Eagles and 84% for Utrecht. 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

GO Ahead Eagles's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Utrecht. 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 GO Ahead Eagles's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: M. Deijl (28), oldest: G. Nauber (33)), while Utrecht average 33.0 (youngest: M. van der Hoorn (33), oldest: M. van der Hoorn (33)). 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

GO Ahead Eagles's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 26 for Utrecht. 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.

GO Ahead Eagles4-4-24-2-3-1Utrecht
GKDEFMIDFWD
23Noppert15Martina3Nauber5Kuipers20Deijl21Córdoba10Rommens8Brouwers6Idzes9Lidberg11Oratman.16Keijzer2Maarel33Hoorn21Warmerd.5Avest6Maher22Streek23Ramsela.27Timber18Veerman29Sylla

Substitutes

Coach: K. van Wonderen

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hake

GO Ahead EaglesPosition StrengthUtrecht
7.00
Avg Rating
7.03
7.17Defender (4 v 4)7.03
2G 0A1G 0A
6.82Midfielder (4 v 5)
1G 3A0G 0A
GO Ahead Eagles4-4-2
23GoalkeeperA. Noppert
15DefenderC. Martina
3DefenderG. Nauber7.22G
5DefenderB. Kuipers
6DefenderJ. Idzes
20MidfielderM. Deijl6.81G3A
10MidfielderP. Rommens
8MidfielderL. Brouwers
11MidfielderR. Oratmangoen
21ForwardIñigo Córdoba
9ForwardI. Lidberg
Utrecht4-2-3-1
16GoalkeeperF. de Keijzer
2DefenderM. van der Maarel
33DefenderM. van der Hoorn7.01G
21DefenderD. Warmerdam
5DefenderH. ter Avest
6MidfielderA. Maher
22MidfielderS. van de Streek
23MidfielderB. Ramselaar
27MidfielderQ. Timber
29MidfielderM. Sylla
18ForwardH. Veerman

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, GO Ahead Eagles have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Utrecht show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

GO Ahead Eagles

DDWLWL

Utrecht

LWLWWD

GO Ahead Eagles vs Utrecht Head to Head Results

GO Ahead Eagles and Utrecht have met 2 times — GO Ahead Eagles won 0, Utrecht won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Utrecht leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.

0

GO Ahead Eagles

1

Drawn

1

Utrecht

Goals: 2Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (2)

22 Mar 2026Utrecht2 – 0GO Ahead Eagles
30 Nov 2025GO Ahead Eagles2 – 2Utrecht
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026