11 May 2022 at 18:00

20
Full Time
Referee: M. Nagtegaal

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.

Waalwijk5wins
2draws10 meetings
Heracles3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.7

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

30%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (42%) — the odds may underestimate Waalwijk.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.0%

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 44.2%Draw 28.9%Away 31.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.253.403.00
Max2.293.593.20
Over 2.5: 55.6%Under 2.5: 50.0%
Market favourite:Waalwijk · 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 market42.5%27.1%30.4%
Public market42.3%28.0%29.7%

Waalwijk vs Heracles — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Waalwijk
Result vs. Market: Waalwijk (44%)

Result matched 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.

WaalwijkHalf-time:10Heracles
15Shots9
5Shots on target1

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
06/04/25Waalwijk0–0Heracles2.37/3.56/2.86
23/11/24Heracles2–2Waalwijk1.80/3.86/4.09
05/05/24Heracles0–5Waalwijk2.29/3.70/2.94
12/01/24Waalwijk1–2Heracles1.84/3.60/4.17
11/05/22Waalwijk2–0Heracles2.26/3.46/3.13
26/09/21Heracles1–0Waalwijk1.82/3.70/4.10
21/02/21Waalwijk3–0Heracles3.22/3.54/2.18
17/10/20Heracles0–1Waalwijk1.55/4.38/5.79
08/03/20Heracles4–2Waalwijk1.47/4.51/6.12
02/11/19Waalwijk2–0Heracles3.18/3.75/2.10

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: Waalwijk

W 227D 187L 394
Over 2.556
Goals scored998

Away Record: Heracles

W 211D 147L 310
Over 2.560
Goals scored900

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Waalwijk defeated Heracles 2:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by M. Kramer 20′, R. van der Venne 59′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Waalwijk had 50% possession while Heracles held 50%. Waalwijk had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 9 (1 on target) for Heracles. Waalwijk made 4 substitutions, Heracles made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Waalwijk and Heracles — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Waalwijk
Heracles
Kick Off
M. Kramer

assist: F. Stokkers

20′
Half Time
R. van der Venne

assist: M. Kramer

59′
76′
N. LaursenS. Armenteros
76′
E. HanssonB. Başacıkoğlu
77′
J. HoogmaS. Scheperman
M. KramerR. Kuijpers
81′
R. van der VenneA. Azhil
87′
A. BüttnerL. Wouters
88′
Y. OukiliH. Mulder
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Waalwijk had 50% possession against Heracles's 50%. Waalwijk registered 15 shots (5 on target) while Heracles managed 9 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 9–4. Fouls committed: 8–10.

5Shots on Goal1
3Shots off Goal4
15Total Shots9
7Blocked Shots4
9Shots insidebox6
6Shots outsidebox3
8Fouls10
9Corner Kicks4
1Offsides3
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves3
413Total passes410
333Passes accurate331
81%Passes %81%

Lineups

Waalwijk lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under J. Oosting, while Heracles deployed a 5-3-2 under F. Wormuth.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Waalwijk is 6.57, compared to — for Heracles. 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. Waalwijk's highest-rated starter is R. van der Venne (6.64), while Heracles's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Waalwijk have contributed 4 goals and 0 assists this season, led by R. van der Venne (3G). Heracles's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Waalwijk deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Heracles'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

Waalwijk field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Heracles's 3 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

Waalwijk start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.57, compared to 2 for Heracles 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 75% for Waalwijk and —% for Heracles. 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

Waalwijk's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Heracles. 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 Waalwijk's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: R. van der Venne (33), oldest: M. Kramer (37)), while Heracles 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.

Squad Depth

Waalwijk's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 0 for Heracles. 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.

Waalwijk3-4-1-25-3-2Heracles
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Vaessen28Büttner2Gaari59Touba3Meulens.6Anita10Venne22Bakari33Oukili29Kramer9Stokkers26Bucker13Knoester21Hoogma5Rente23Fadiga3Quaglia.15Schoofs14Torre9Bakış29Hansson11Laursen

Substitutes

Coach: J. Oosting

Substitutes

Coach: F. Wormuth

WaalwijkPosition StrengthHeracles
6.57
Avg Rating
6.57Forward (3 v 2)
4G 0A0G 0A
Waalwijk3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperE. Vaessen
2DefenderJ. Gaari
59DefenderA. Touba
3DefenderM. Meulensteen
28MidfielderA. Büttner
6MidfielderV. Anita
22MidfielderS. Bakari
33MidfielderY. Oukili
10ForwardR. van der Venne6.63G
29ForwardM. Kramer6.51G
9ForwardF. Stokkers
Heracles5-3-2
26GoalkeeperK. Bucker
13DefenderM. Knoester
21DefenderJ. Hoogma
5DefenderM. Rente
23DefenderN. Fadiga
3DefenderG. Quagliata
15MidfielderL. Schoofs
14MidfielderL. de la Torre
29MidfielderE. Hansson
9ForwardS. Bakış
11ForwardN. Laursen

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Waalwijk have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Heracles show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Waalwijk

LWDWLD

Heracles

LLDLDL

Waalwijk vs Heracles Head to Head Results

Waalwijk and Heracles have met 18 times — Waalwijk won 4, Heracles won 9, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Heracles leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 61 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.39 per match (27 for the home side, 34 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (61%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Heracles are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2019.

4

Waalwijk

5

Drawn

9

Heracles

Goals: 27Goals: 34

Recent Meetings (18)

2 Aug 2025Heracles3 – 1Waalwijk
6 Apr 2025Waalwijk0 – 0Heracles
23 Nov 2024Heracles2 – 2Waalwijk
5 May 2024Heracles0 – 5Waalwijk
12 Jan 2024Waalwijk1 – 2Heracles
26 Sept 2021Heracles1 – 0Waalwijk
30 Jul 2021Heracles4 – 1Waalwijk
21 Feb 2021Waalwijk3 – 0Heracles
17 Oct 2020Heracles0 – 1Waalwijk
8 Mar 2020Heracles4 – 2Waalwijk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026