PEC Zwolle vs FC Groningen Prediction, Preview and Stats

Netherlands flag 2025/2026 Eredivisie, Netherlands
MAC³PARK Stadion Fri, 13 Mar - 7:00 PM
Eredivisie
PEC Zwolle PEC
1 – 1
FC Groningen GRO
Full Time Fri, 13 Mar 7:00 PM
Koen Kostons - 82'
Goal
|
Goal
Thom van Bergen - 84'

CONTEXT

The match between PEC Zwolle and FC Groningen has officially finished, with the final whistle sealing a 1-1 draw. After a tightly contested first half that ended completely scoreless, both sides eventually managed to find the back of the net in the second period to share the points. Entering the fixture, FC Groningen was viewed as the slight stronger team, holding a 38.1% pre-market probability of victory. Meanwhile, PEC Zwolle was given a 35.6% chance to win, with a draw being the least expected result at 26.3%. Because the game ended in a stalemate, the final outcome did not align with the pre-match market. This upset expectations, resulting in a significant deviation of 73.7% negatively impacting the favored FC Groningen. On the pitch, the balance of play was incredibly even, perfectly reflected by an exact 50-50 split in ball possession. Expected goals (xG) data was unavailable for this fixture, so it cannot be determined if the final score was consistent with the underlying shot quality. However, the teams' overall efficiency shifts remained well in line with standard expectations. Finally, the match was played without major disciplinary disruptions, as neither side received a red card.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: FC Groningen showed a significant deviation from the pre-match structural baseline.
  • Efficiency shift: Possession-adjusted chance creation was in line with projected levels.
  • xG alignment: The final outcome was insufficient data for expected goal differential.
  • Market alignment: End result was diverging from the pre-match projection.
  • xG expectations: Inconclusive for xG expectations (Classify).
  • Event impact: No major event distortion.
  • Red card distortion: None.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality

Match referee

A. Bos

25 matches in sample
Avg. cards 0.12
Fouls / match 0.52
Yellow cards / match 0.12
Red cards / match 0
Penalties / match 0

Other match officials

R. Brondijk

1st Assistant

R. Sturm

4th Official

R. Kunst

2nd Assistant

PEC Zwolle Henry van der Vegt
Henry van der Vegt
VS
FC Groningen D. Lukkien
D. Lukkien
1
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1.27
1 i
Last 6 Opponents
Sparta Rotterdam Rank: 66 D
Ajax Rank: 77 D
FC Utrecht Rank: 70 D
SC Heerenveen Rank: 67 L
FC Volendam Rank: 61 L
Telstar Rank: 58 W
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
0.5 i
Last 6 Opponents
Ajax Rank: 76 W
FC Volendam Rank: 60 L
FC Twente Rank: 74 L
FC Utrecht Rank: 69 L
PSV Rank: 88 L
Sparta Rotterdam Rank: 69 L
8
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
8 - 5 - 10
10

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home PEC Zwolle
35.62%
Draw
26.27%
Away FC Groningen
38.11%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
63.49
63.7
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
PEC Zwolle
FC Groningen
Power Score
63.49
63.7
League Position
12
10
Global Rank
357
349

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
PEC Zwolle — Opponent-weighted form score
FC Groningen — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) PEC Zwolle FC Groningen

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

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vs

PEC Zwolle

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

FC Groningen

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Possession Efficiency Possession-Adjusted

How effectively each team uses and defends their share of possession. Efficiency adjusted based on team possession percentage

PEC Zwolle ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy FC Groningen
Attacking Efficiency
Higher is better
Attacking Efficiency
32.10
36.70
Defensive Efficiency
Lower is better
Defensive Efficiency
36.70
32.10
Combined Efficiency Index Z-score combining attacking and defensive possession-adjusted efficiency.
Positive = above league average.
Negative = below league average.
Formula: EfficiencyIndex = z(AttackEff) − z(DefenceEff)
-3 0 3
PEC Zwolle -0.48 Efficiency Index
vs
FC Groningen +0.48 Efficiency Index
xG data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using shots and dangerous attacks (proxy). Confidence: Medium.
PEC Zwolle
FC Groningen
AttackEff = xG ÷ pos
DefenceEff = xGA ÷ (1−pos)

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

PEC Zwolle ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy FC Groningen
Created Set-piece attacking threat
PEC Zwolle FC Groningen
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
—
—
Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
— vs —
Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
PEC Zwolle FC Groningen
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
—
—
Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
— vs —
xG set-piece data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using proxy metrics (shots, dangerous attacks). Confidence: Medium.
PEC Zwolle
FC Groningen
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG
Counter Attack / Transition data not available for this match.
Pressure Index data not available for this match.

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 7 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

PEC Zwolle PEC Home
7 matches
FC Groningen GRO Away
Match Record
2
Wins
1
4
Draws
4
1
Losses
2
Goals
7
Goals Scored
5
5
Goals Conceded
7
+2
Goal Difference
-2

Data last updated: 2026-03-14T02:10:40+00:00

STARTING XI

Match Formation 4-2-3-1
Match Formation 4-4-2
Pitch
T. de Graaff
Netherlands
16 T. de Graaff
O. Aertssen
Netherlands
3 O. Aertssen
S. Graves Jensen
Denmark
28 S. Graves Jensen
T. Velthuis
Netherlands
5 T. Velthuis
A. McNulty
Republic of Ireland
4 A. McNulty
R. Thomas
Substitution
New Zealand
30 (C) R. Thomas
Z. Buurmeester
Netherlands
8 Z. Buurmeester
Y. Namli
Substitution
Denmark
9 Y. Namli
T. Oosting
Substitution
Netherlands
25 T. Oosting
S. Shoretire
Substitution
England
7 S. Shoretire
K. Kostons
Netherlands
10 K. Kostons
Pitch
H. Jurjus
Netherlands
21 H. Jurjus
M. Peersman
Substitution
Belgium
43 M. Peersman
D. Janse
Netherlands
4 D. Janse
T. Blokzijl
Netherlands
3 T. Blokzijl
M. Rente
Substitution
Germany
5 (C) M. Rente
T. Hearnes
Substitution
Norway
7 T. Hearnes
J. Schreuders
Netherlands
14 J. Schreuders
T. Land
Netherlands
18 T. Land
D. van der Werff
Substitution
17 D. van der Werff
T. van Bergen
Netherlands
26 T. van Bergen
Y. Taha El Idrissi
Morocco
10 Y. Taha El Idrissi

General Information

Date & Time :
Mar 13, 2026, 07:00 PM
Competition :
2025/2026 Eredivisie, Netherlands
Stadium :
MAC³PARK Stadion
Capacity :
14000
Pitch Surface :
Artificial turf
Weather :
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees :
Alex Bos
Richard Brondijk
Rick Sturm
Robert Kunst

Statistics

Possession
PEC
50%
GRO
50%

Top Statistics

1 Goals 1
5 Big Chances Created 5
14 Shots 16
41 Dangerous attacks 47
50 Possession 50
7 Corners 6
10 Free kicks 12
0 Yellow Cards 3

Match Overview

23 Throwins 23
64 Successful Dribbles Percentage 22
14 Successful Headers 12
14 Dribble Attempts 27
6 Goal Kicks 12
9 Successful Dribbles 6
4 Substitutions 4
8 Goal Attempts 6
1 Hit Woodwork 1
0 Assists 1
65 Ball Safe 73

Attacking

92 Attacks 126
4 Big Chances Missed 4

Possession

64 Long Passes 69
25 Successful Long Passes 29
310 Successful Passes 302
405 Passes 404
77 Successful Passes Percentage 75
39 Successful Long Passes Percentage 42
11 Key Passes 8

Defensive

32 Tackles 9
10 Interceptions 11
5 Saves 5

Build-up

18 Total Crosses 15
3 Accurate Crosses 5

Discipline

12 Fouls 10
1 Offsides 1

Lineup

Referee : Alex Bos

Starting XI ▼

16
Tom de Graaff
Tom de Graaff Goalkeeper
7.43
3
Olivier Aertssen
Olivier Aertssen Defender
6.61
4
Anselmo García MacNulty
Anselmo García MacNulty Defender
7.11
5
Tijs Velthuis
Tijs Velthuis Defender
7.28
28
Simon Graves
Simon Graves Defender
7.34
7
Shola Shoretire
Shola Shoretire Midfielder
7.24
19
Jan Faberski
Jan Faberski
Attacker85'
6.66
8
Zico Buurmeester
Zico Buurmeester Midfielder
6.76
9
Younes Namli
Younes Namli Midfielder
6.96
22
Kaj de Rooij
Kaj de Rooij
Attacker85'
6.55
25
Thijs Oosting
Thijs Oosting Midfielder
7.2
18
Odysseus Velanas
Odysseus Velanas
Midfielder66'
6.52
30
Ryan Thomas
Ryan Thomas (C) Midfielder
6.88
34
Nick Fichtinger
Nick Fichtinger
Midfielder30'
7.04
10
Koen Kostons
Koen Kostons Attacker
7.38
Referee : Alex Bos

Starting XI ▼

21
Hidde Jurjus
Hidde Jurjus Goalkeeper
7.73
3
Thijmen Blokzijl
Thijmen Blokzijl Defender
6.58
4
Dies Janse
Dies Janse Defender
7.17
5
Marco Rente
Marco Rente (C) Defender
7.38
16
Tyrique Mercera
Tyrique Mercera
Defender80'
6.26
43
Marvin Peersman
Marvin Peersman Defender
6.51
2
Wouter Prins
Wouter Prins
Defender63'
5.94
7
Travis Hernes
Travis Hernes Midfielder
6.79
8
Tika de Jonge
Tika de Jonge
Midfielder63'
6.16
14
Jorg Schreuders
Jorg Schreuders Midfielder
6.62
17
David van der Werff
David van der Werff Midfielder
6.09
9
Brynjólfur Willumsson
Brynjólfur Willumsson
Attacker80'
6.69
18
Tygo Land
Tygo Land Midfielder
6.66
10
Younes Taha
Younes Taha Attacker
6.75
26
Thom van Bergen
Thom van Bergen Attacker
6.88

Events

2ND-HALF
90+2'
Event
Tyrique Mercera
Foul / 3rd Yellowcard
Event
Kaj de Rooij → Younes Namli
8th Substitution
85'
Event
Jan Faberski → Shola Shoretire
7th Substitution
85'
84'
Event
Thom van Bergen
Header / 2nd Goal
Event
Koen Kostons
Right foot shot / 1st Goal
82'
80'
Event
Tyrique Mercera → Marco Rente
5th Substitution
80'
Event
Brynjólfur Willumsson → David van der Werff
6th Substitution
Event
Odysseus Velanas → Thijs Oosting
4th Substitution
66'
63'
Event
Tika de Jonge → Travis Hernes
2nd Substitution
63'
Event
Wouter Prins → Marvin Peersman
3rd Substitution
1ST-HALF
33'
Event
Jorg Schreuders
Foul / 2nd Yellowcard
Event
Nick Fichtinger → Ryan Thomas
1st Substitution
30'
19'
Event
Younes Taha
Foul / 1st Yellowcard

Match Commentary

90
Update Update
Tyrique Mercera of FC Groningen committed a foul.
90
Update Update
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
90
Update Update
Jan Faberski from PEC Zwolle earned a free kick on the right side of the field.
90
Update Update
Wouter Prins from FC Groningen committed a foul.
90
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Tyrique Mercera from FC Groningen has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
90
Update Update
Opportunity squandered. Brynjólfur Willumsson of FC Groningen attempted a header from the middle of the penalty area.
90
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated that there will be 4 minutes of stoppage time.
90
Attempt Attempt
A shot was deflected. Jan Faberski of PEC Zwolle attempted a left-footed strike from the right side of the penalty area, but it was blocked. The assist came from Odysseus Velanas.
89
Corner Corner
Corner kick awarded to FC Groningen after Simon Graves allowed the ball to go out of play.
89
Update Update
The game is currently paused due to an injury to Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen.
88
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. Younes Taha from FC Groningen takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's blocked.
88
Corner Corner
Corner kick awarded to FC Groningen after Simon Graves conceded it.
87
Update Update
Brynjólfur Willumsson from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in an offensive position.
87
Update Update
Simon Graves from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
85
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for PEC Zwolle: Kaj de Rooij replaces Younes Namli.
85
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for PEC Zwolle: Jan Faberski comes on to replace Shola Shoretire.
84
Update Update
Brynjólfur Willumsson from FC Groningen earned a free kick in an offensive position.
84
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! PEC Zwolle 1, FC Groningen 1. Thom van Bergen scores for FC Groningen with a header from the center of the box, sending the ball into the top left corner. The assist came from Younes Taha, who delivered a perfect cross.
84
Update Update
Koen Kostons from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
82
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! PEC Zwolle takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against FC Groningen. Koen Kostons scored for PEC Zwolle, firing a right-footed shot from the middle of the box into the heart of the goal after a quick counterattack.
82
Corner Corner
A fresh offensive effort unfolds. Younes Namli from PEC Zwolle takes a left-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen makes a save in the bottom left corner. The assist came from Anselmo MacNulty.
81
Corner Corner
Opportunity squandered. Thom van Bergen of FC Groningen had a header from inside the six-yard box on the left side, but it went wide following a corner kick.
81
Attempt Attempt
A fresh offensive move unfolds as Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the box. However, Tom de Graaff, the goalkeeper for PEC Zwolle, makes a crucial save right in front of the goal.
81
Corner Corner
Corner kick awarded to FC Groningen after Tom de Graaff allowed the ball to go out.
80
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Tyrique Mercera is coming on to replace Marco Rente due to an injury.
80
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Brynjólfur Willumsson comes on to replace David van der Werff.
80
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to FC Groningen after Tijs Velthuis allowed the ball to go out of play.
80
Corner Corner
Corner kick awarded to FC Groningen after Tijs Velthuis allowed the ball to go out.
78
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to PEC Zwolle after a deflection off Jorg Schreuders.
77
Update Update
David van der Werff from FC Groningen committed a foul.
77
Update Update
Anselmo MacNulty from PEC Zwolle has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
77
Update Update
Thijmen Blokzijl from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
77
Update Update
Koen Kostons from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
74
Update Update
The game is currently on hold due to an injury to Marco Rente from FC Groningen.
74
Update Update
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
72
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to PEC Zwolle after a deflection off Jorg Schreuders.
71
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to PEC Zwolle after Wouter Prins allowed the ball to go out.
69
Attempt Attempt
A shot is deflected. Olivier Aertssen from PEC Zwolle attempts a right-footed strike from outside the penalty area, but it's blocked.
69
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to PEC Zwolle after a deflection off Hidde Jurjus.
69
Attempt Attempt
A fresh offensive effort unfolds. Odysseus Velanas from PEC Zwolle takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but the goalkeeper, Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen, makes a save right in the center of the goal. The assist came from Younes Namli, who delivered a cross.
68
Update Update
Younes Taha from FC Groningen committed a foul.
68
Update Update
Younes Namli from PEC Zwolle earned a free kick in an offensive position.
66
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for PEC Zwolle: Odysseus Velanas comes on to replace Thijs Oosting.
64
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity. Marco Rente from FC Groningen attempted a right-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it sailed high and to the left of the goal.
63
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Tika de Jonge comes on to replace Travis Hernes.
63
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Wouter Prins replaces Marvin Peersman.
59
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity. Younes Taha from FC Groningen takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area following a free kick, but it sails over the goal.
58
Update Update
Simon Graves from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
58
Update Update
Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in an offensive position.
56
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. David van der Werff from FC Groningen fires a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it's blocked.
52
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to PEC Zwolle after a play that resulted in Hidde Jurjus allowing the ball out of play.
52
Corner Corner
A fresh offensive play unfolds as Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle takes a challenging left-footed shot from the left side, but Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen makes a great save, pushing the ball to the left corner. The assist comes from Shola Shoretire.
51
Update Update
Zico Buurmeester from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
51
Update Update
Travis Hernes from FC Groningen has been awarded a free kick in an offensive position.
45
Attempt Attempt
Another offensive push. Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but it's stopped by the goalkeeper, Tom de Graaff of PEC Zwolle, right in the center of the goal.
45
Update Update
The first half has concluded with the score tied at 0-0 between PEC Zwolle and FC Groningen.
45
Update Update
Tom de Graaff from PEC Zwolle has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
45
Update Update
Marvin Peersman from FC Groningen earned a free kick in an offensive position.
45
Update Update
Travis Hernes from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in an offensive position.
45
Attempt Attempt
Opportunity squandered. Nick Fichtinger from PEC Zwolle attempted a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
45
Update Update
Younes Namli from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
45
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated that there will be two minutes of stoppage time.
45
Update Update
Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen committed a foul.
45
Update Update
Tom de Graaff from PEC Zwolle was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
45
Update Update
Younes Namli from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
45
Update Update
The second half is underway with the score still tied at PEC Zwolle 0, FC Groningen 0.
43
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to FC Groningen after a foul by Simon Graves.
42
Corner Corner
Corner kick awarded to FC Groningen after Zico Buurmeester allowed the ball to go out.
41
Update Update
Tijs Velthuis from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
41
Update Update
Thom van Bergen of FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
39
Update Update
Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen has earned a free kick in the offensive zone.
39
Update Update
Simon Graves from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
36
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to PEC Zwolle after Marco Rente was unable to clear the ball.
35
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity! Travis Hernes from FC Groningen took a right-footed shot from the middle of the box but sent it wide to the left. The assist came from Marco Rente, who delivered a cross.
35
Attempt Attempt
Opportunity squandered. Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen took a right-footed shot from the center of the penalty area, but it sailed over the goal. The assist came from Travis Hernes.
34
Update Update
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
34
Update Update
Match is currently on hold due to an injury to Younes Namli from PEC Zwolle.
33
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Jorg Schreuders of FC Groningen has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
33
Update Update
David van der Werff from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
33
Update Update
Anselmo MacNulty from PEC Zwolle committed a foul.
31
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity! Koen Kostons from PEC Zwolle took a right-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it went wide to the left. The assist came from Younes Namli.
30
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for PEC Zwolle: Nick Fichtinger comes on to replace Ryan Thomas due to an injury.
28
Update Update
Offside call against FC Groningen. Younes Taha has been caught offside.
28
Update Update
Koen Kostons from PEC Zwolle was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
28
Update Update
Thijmen Blokzijl from FC Groningen committed a foul.
26
Update Update
Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen committed a foul.
26
Update Update
Simon Graves from PEC Zwolle has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
25
Update Update
Offside call against PEC Zwolle. Younes Namli has been caught offside.
24
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity. Younes Namli of PEC Zwolle attempted a left-footed shot from the center of the box, but it sailed over the goal. The assist came from Shola Shoretire.
24
Update Update
Another offensive effort underway. Marco Rente from FC Groningen attempts a header from close range, but Tom de Graaff, the goalkeeper for PEC Zwolle, makes a crucial save right in the middle of the goal. The assist came from Jorg Schreuders, who delivered a well-placed cross.
23
Attempt Attempt
Another offensive push from FC Groningen. Jorg Schreuders takes a left-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but Tom de Graaff, the goalkeeper for PEC Zwolle, makes a save right in the center of the goal. The assist came from Dies Janse.
23
Corner Corner
Corner kick awarded to FC Groningen after Tom de Graaff allowed the ball to go out.
21
Corner Corner
A fresh offensive move unfolds. Koen Kostons from PEC Zwolle takes a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen makes a save in the left corner. The assist came from Simon Graves, who delivered a well-placed through ball.
20
Update Update
The pause has ended. They’re set to resume play.
20
Update Update
Match interruption due to an injury to Ryan Thomas from PEC Zwolle.
19
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Younes Taha from FC Groningen has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
19
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity. Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle attempted a left-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area but sent it wide to the left. The assist came from Zico Buurmeester.
19
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. Travis Hernes of FC Groningen takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Dies Janse.
18
Update Update
Marco Rente from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in an offensive position.
18
Update Update
Shola Shoretire committed a foul against a player from PEC Zwolle.
18
Corner Corner
A fresh offensive play unfolds as Younes Taha from FC Groningen takes a left-footed shot from over 40 yards out on the left flank. However, Tom de Graaff of PEC Zwolle makes a great save, stopping the ball in the left corner.
17
Update Update
Jorg Schreuders from FC Groningen commits a handball.
16
Attempt Attempt
Opportunity squandered. Shola Shoretire of PEC Zwolle attempted a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area but sent it wide to the left. The assist came from Tijs Velthuis.
14
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to PEC Zwolle after Hidde Jurjus allowed the ball to go out of play.
14
Corner Corner
Another offensive push. Younes Namli from PEC Zwolle takes a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen makes a save in the left corner. The assist came from Ryan Thomas.
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Shola Shoretire from PEC Zwolle has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
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Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen committed a foul.
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Koen Kostons from PEC Zwolle was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
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Dies Janse of FC Groningen committed a foul.
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Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
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Thom van Bergen of FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.

CONCLUSION

Structural assessment: FC Groningen exhibited a significant deviation from the pre-match structural baseline. Efficiency outcome: Possession-adjusted chance creation finished in line with projected levels. Result alignment: The final score was contrary to the pre-match probability model. Market alignment: The match result was outside the projected probability range.

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