15 December 2020 at 20:00
Match Summary
Emmen defeated Groningen 2:1. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2020. Goals were scored by R. Lundqvist 27′, G. Bijl 60′, A. Jansen 67′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Emmen had 57% possession while Groningen held 43%. Emmen had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 11 (5 on target) for Groningen. Emmen made 3 substitutions, Groningen made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Emmen and Groningen — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Veendorp
assist: M. Kolar
Match Statistics
Emmen had 57% possession against Groningen's 43%. Emmen registered 12 shots (6 on target) while Groningen managed 11 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 0–5. Fouls committed: 12–9.
Lineups
Emmen lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under D. Lukkien, while Groningen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under D. Buijs.
Defensive Solidity
Emmen deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Groningen's 4-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
Emmen field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Groningen'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
Emmen start 1 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: D. Lukkien
Substitutes
Coach: D. Buijs
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Emmen have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Groningen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Emmen vs Groningen Head to Head Results
Emmen and Groningen have met 14 times — Emmen won 2, Groningen won 7, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2018. Groningen leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 33 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.36 per match (10 for the home side, 23 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (43%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Groningen are currently unbeaten in the last 12 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2024.
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Recent Meetings (14)
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