8 May 2022 at 12:30
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 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.
3.6
Average goals per game
80%
Games with 3+ goals
80%
Both teams scored
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (51%) — the odds may underestimate Heerenveen.
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
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 1.80 | 3.60 | 3.85 |
| Max | 1.91 | 4.07 | 4.20 |
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 | 50.9% | 23.9% | 25.2% |
| Public market | 51.6% | 24.8% | 23.6% |
| Δ | 0.7% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
Vitesse vs Heerenveen — 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2423/24 | Heerenveen | 1–3 | Vitesse | 1.45/4.87/6.09 |
| 11/11/2323/24 | Vitesse | 1–3 | Heerenveen | 2.35/3.60/2.83 |
| 28/01/2322/23 | Heerenveen | 1–3 | Vitesse | 2.14/3.48/3.37 |
| 20/08/2222/23 | Vitesse | 0–4 | Heerenveen | 1.98/3.65/3.71 |
| 08/05/2221/22 | Vitesse | 1–2 | Heerenveen | 1.85/3.82/4.02 |
| 30/10/2121/22 | Heerenveen | 1–2 | Vitesse | 2.64/3.51/2.57 |
| 06/02/2120/21 | Heerenveen | 1–0 | Vitesse | 3.81/3.82/1.90 |
| 13/12/2020/21 | Vitesse | 1–1 | Heerenveen | 1.71/4.03/4.56 |
| 16/02/2019/20 | Vitesse | 4–2 | Heerenveen | 2.03/3.61/3.53 |
| 29/11/1919/20 | Heerenveen | 3–2 | Vitesse | 2.20/3.47/3.18 |
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: Heerenveen
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Heerenveen defeated Vitesse 2:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by M. Bero 45′ (pen.), A. Sarr 75′, A. Sarr 83′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Vitesse had 46% possession while Heerenveen held 54%. Vitesse had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Heerenveen. Vitesse made 3 substitutions, Heerenveen made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Tibor Halilović 8′), Penalty confirmed (Jacob Rasmussen 43′).
Match Events
Key match events between Vitesse and Heerenveen — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: A. Musaba
assist: N. Madsen
Match Statistics
Vitesse had 46% possession against Heerenveen's 54%. Vitesse registered 12 shots (6 on target) while Heerenveen managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–8. Fouls committed: 10–7.
Lineups
Vitesse lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under T. Letsch, while Heerenveen deployed a 3-5-2 under O. Tobiasen.
Defensive Solidity
Vitesse deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Heerenveen'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
Vitesse field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Heerenveen'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
Vitesse start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Heerenveen 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: O. Tobiasen
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Vitesse have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Heerenveen show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Vitesse
Heerenveen
Vitesse vs Heerenveen Head to Head Results
Vitesse and Heerenveen have met 32 times — Vitesse won 11, Heerenveen won 7, with 14 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Vitesse leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 32 meetings. A combined 107 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.34 per match (58 for the home side, 49 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 26 matches (81%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2015.
11
Vitesse
14
Drawn
7
Heerenveen
Recent Meetings (32)
API data: 15 Mar 2026