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FC Groningen - Cambuur Leeuwarden
Netherlands Eredivisie - Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium
Prediction 1
Groningen to Win
113/50 (2.26)
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Prediction 2
Over 2.5 Goals
191/100 (1.91)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Groningen vs Cambuur Predictions and Top Odds
This is a derby for both teams who are struggling to get hold of their chances to maintain their Eredivisie status for another season.
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Groningen to Win
The home team has lost five straight matches, and it seems they are wondering cluelessly in what direction they need to move to stop their negative streak. Looking at their options, there is only one way to go in this tie, and that is to win. The last home win for Groningen was earned in October when they beat PSV, and when it comes to Cambuur, they only have one away win with a total of six goals scored in eight matches.
Over 2.5 Goals
Both of these teams have trouble scoring goals regularly, especially on the Cambuur side who have recorded only nine for the season. Groningen managed to double that number, but they have twice as many conceded goals. Still, when we look at their h2h record, there is more than meets the eye when it comes to scoring goals. This season the home team had eleven ‘over' games compared to Cambuur's eight. Groningen went over the 2.5 goals mark in four of their last five matches, while Cambuur did it three times.
Latest Stats and Market Odds for the round 18 of Eredivisie between Groningen and Cambuur
Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
Head to Head
09/12/22
Europe Friendlies Europe
FC Groningen
Cambuur Leeuwarden
1
1
11/09/22
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Cambuur Leeuwarden
FC Groningen
0
1
15/05/22
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
FC Groningen
Cambuur Leeuwarden
2
3
15/08/21
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Cambuur Leeuwarden
FC Groningen
1
2
09/11/16
Europe Friendlies Europe
FC Groningen
Cambuur Leeuwarden
2
2
Last Five - FC Groningen
31/08/24
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Almere City FC
FC Groningen
1
1
D
25/08/24
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
AZ
FC Groningen
0
0
D
17/08/24
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
RKC
FC Groningen
1
2
W
09/08/24
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
NAC
FC Groningen
1
4
W
02/08/24
Europe Friendlies Europe
Heracles
FC Groningen
0
2
W
Last Five - Cambuur Leeuwarden
30/08/24
Netherlands Eerste Divisie EER
FC Dordrecht
Cambuur Leeuwarden
2
0
L
23/08/24
Netherlands Eerste Divisie EER
Top Oss
Cambuur Leeuwarden
1
0
L
18/08/24
Netherlands Eerste Divisie EER
Helmond Sport
Cambuur Leeuwarden
1
0
L
09/08/24
Netherlands Eerste Divisie EER
Maastricht
Cambuur Leeuwarden
0
1
W
02/08/24
Europe Friendlies Europe
VVV
Cambuur Leeuwarden
0
1
W
This is the way how the bookmakers are predicting this matchup unfolding:
Groningen odds: 5/4 (2.25) – 44.4%
Draw odds: 9/4 (3.25) – 30.8%
Cambuur odds: 11/5 (3.20) – 31.3%
The bookmakers predict a Groningen win, but they give a healthy backing for the other two possible outcomes as well. Looking at the different options that are being offered by the bookies, certain opportunities are entertained: Ricardo Pepi scoring Anytime is valued at 9/5 (2.80) – 35.7%, and taking Groningen Win with BTTS will give you fair odds of 7/2 (4.50) – 22.2%.
Predicted Lineups, Team News, and Preview
Groningen
It has been a trying year for Groningen who is getting closer to the unwanted territory with each passing game they lose. A match against Cambuur is a must-win with any other scenario a nightmare for the home team. They are outside of the relegation zone for now, but only on goal difference in front of Emmen and Volendam. Groningen has lost five straight matches and even managed to lose in the Dutch Cup to a lower-league side Spakenburg. They allow more than two goals per game on average, and that is something that coach Dennis van der Ree needs to change quickly. He was appointed as the new coach at the start of the month, but so far failing in efforts to change his team's fortunes. Laros Duarte, Marin Sverko, Paulos Abraham, and Nordin Musampa are doubtful to play, while Tomas Suslov is out through suspension. Groningen will need to score in quick succession to make sure they get the upper hand.
Predicted lineup: Verrips, Bech Sorensen, Blokzijl, Balker, Van Gelderen, Oratmangoen, Hove, Dybvik Maatta, Valente, Pepi, Kruger.
Cambuur
Even though they are only three points away from the safety of relegation, Cambuur is looking more like a team that has given up their hope of a continued stay in the Eredivisie. Last season they surprised everyone with their effort ending the season as the ninth-best team in the league, but this term things have changed dramatically. They don't have the worst defense in the league which is the only positive thing for a team that is last in the rankings. They do have, however, the worst attack in Eredivisie scoring only nine goals in 17 matches played. Jhondly van der Meer and Maxim Gullit are doubtful to play because of injuries.
Predicted lineup: Virginia, Bangura, Smand, Bergsma, Schmidt, Jacobs, Hoedemakers, Breij, van Kaam, van der Water, Boere.
Starting lineups
Starting lineups are usually released 60 minutes before kick-off.
FC Groningen
Cambuur Leeuwarden
Player to Watch: Ricardo Pepi
The American center-forward is a loan signing for Groningen coming from Bundesliga outfit Augsburg. Pepi has been the best player for his struggling team, he has scored six goals with a couple of assists and will be a problem for Cambuur's defense.
Netherlands Eredivisie
Common questions about Groningen vs Cambuur
- Where is the match venue located? – Euroborg Stadion in Groningen
- Who has been chosen to referee the match? – Experienced referee Bas Nijhuis (46) will officiate the game
- When was the last time Cambuur won in this matchup? – Cambuur won last season 3-2
