Match Information
Date and Time: 09 Aug 2024 at 18:00 UTC
Stadium: Euroborg
Location: Groningen
Referee: Marc Nagtegaal
FC Groningen vs NAC Breda: Prediction and Analysis
Head-to-Head (H2H) Analysis:
– Latest H2H Matches:
– 07 Apr 2024: FC Groningen 1 – 1 NAC Breda
– 06 Oct 2023: NAC Breda 3 – 2 FC Groningen
– 23 Feb 2019: NAC Breda 0 – 0 FC Groningen
– 02 Dec 2018: FC Groningen 5 – 2 NAC Breda
The recent H2H data shows a relatively even contest, with a slight edge given to home advantage. FC Groningen generally performs well at home against NAC Breda.
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Form and Recent Performance:
FC Groningen:
– FC Groningen has shown good form in their recent friendlies, with notable wins including a 9-0 win against GOMOS Norg and 15-0 against Asvb Blijham.
– In their last competitive matches, they have beaten Roda JC Kerkrade 2-0 and drawn 1-1 with Telstar and Willem II.
NAC Breda:
– NAC Breda’s recent form in friendlies has been underwhelming, with losses against OFI Crete and Aris. Their 1-2 loss to Sparta Rotterdam also signals some issues in getting results against solid opposition.
Squad Analysis:
FC Groningen:
– Key Players: Hidde Jurjus (GK), Leandro Bacuna (DEF), Johan Hove (MID), and Romano Postema (FOR).
– Formation: Likely to stick with a balanced 4-4-2 or 4-3-3 formation, leveraging their defensive solidity and midfield control.
– Strengths: Strong goalkeeping and defensive setup. A productive forward line capable of scoring heavily.
NAC Breda:
– Key Players: Tein Troost (GK), Elias Mar Omarsson (FOR), and Dominik Janosek (MID).
– Formation: Expected to play a conventional 4-4-1-1 formation, focusing on a compact midfield and counter-attacks.
– Strengths: Resilient midfield and quick forward transitions, though recent form suggests they are struggling defensively.
Weather and Other Considerations:
– Playing at Euroborg, FC Groningen will have the added advantage of home support.
– The weather conditions (assuming typical Dutch summer) should favor an attacking, high-tempo game, benefiting Groningen more.
Predicted Outcome:
Based on the current form, squad strength, and head-to-head record, FC Groningen appears to hold the upper hand. Their robust pre-season performance and home advantage give them a notable edge.
Predicted Score: FC Groningen 3 – 1 NAC Breda
Potential Goalscorers:
– FC Groningen: Romano Postema, Thom Van Bergen
– NAC Breda: Elias Mar Omarsson
Final Notes:
Remember, these are predictions based on available data and trends. The actual match result can deviate due to various dynamic factors on matchday. Enjoy the game!
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