Groningen vs Zwolle predictions, Sep 18, 2026

Dutch Eredivisie, on Friday,

Groningen

Zwolle

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As FC Groningen prepares to host PEC Zwolle on September 18, 2026, the matchup in the Dutch Eredivisie promises to be an intriguing contest. FC Groningen enters the game having secured victories in 2 of their last 5 matches, reflecting a moderate uptick in form. Their home advantage may play a pivotal role, as they look to capitalize on Zwolle’s struggles.

PEC Zwolle, conversely, has managed just 1 win in their last 5 outings, indicating a challenging period for the club. Their recent form may impact their confidence going into this away fixture, especially against a Groningen side that will seek to dominate possession and control the tempo.

Bookmakers favor the home side, offering odds of 1.61 for Groningen’s victory compared to 4.67 for Zwolle, aligning with our model predictions, which point to a 60.7% chance of a home win. The expected final score is predicted at 2:1, suggesting a competitive encounter.

Both teams will need to execute their strategies effectively to achieve a desirable result. While Groningen appears to hold the advantage, the unpredictable nature of football means that a balanced approach is vital for either side.

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Groningen
57.4%
Draw
22.3%
Zwolle
20.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

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Best for US Customers 1.61 4.2 4.6

Latest Results

06.09.26 FC Groningen – FC Twente – 2:2
28.08.26 FC Groningen – Fortuna Sittard – 2:3
23.08.26 PSV Eindhoven – FC Groningen – 5:1
16.08.26 ADO Den Haag – FC Groningen – 1:4
09.08.26 FC Groningen – FC Utrecht – 2:1
04.09.26 Sparta Rotterdam – PEC Zwolle – 2:2
29.08.26 PEC Zwolle – NEC Nijmegen – 1:3
22.08.26 SC Heerenveen – PEC Zwolle – 0:2
16.08.26 FC Twente – PEC Zwolle – 3:1
09.08.26 PEC Zwolle – Ajax Amsterdam – 0:2

Facts

  • Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 10 and 13).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Groningen won 0.
  • Groningen has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Zwolle‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • In this match, Groningen is the team to beat.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Groningen won 7 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 28:19. (average 1.4:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Groningen won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 15:6. (average 1.5:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.03.26 PEC Zwolle – FC Groningen – 1:1
    23.11.25 FC Groningen – PEC Zwolle – 2:2
    18.05.25 PEC Zwolle – FC Groningen – 2:0
    08.12.24 FC Groningen – PEC Zwolle – 0:0
    05.08.23 PEC Zwolle – FC Groningen – 0:0

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 AZ Alkmaar 6 5 1 0 17:6 11 16
    2 PSV 5 4 1 0 18:6 12 13
    3 Feyenoord 5 3 2 0 13:7 6 11
    4 Excelsior 5 3 1 1 12:5 7 10
    5 Twente 5 3 1 1 10:5 5 10
    6 Sittard 5 3 1 1 11:9 2 10
    7 G.A. Eagles 5 2 2 1 14:12 2 8
    8 Ajax 4 2 1 1 9:5 4 7
    9 Nijmegen 5 2 1 2 11:9 2 7
    10 Groningen 5 2 1 2 11:12 -1 7
    11 Sparta Rotterdam 5 1 2 2 9:9 0 5
    12 Heerenveen 5 1 2 2 7:9 -2 5
    13 Zwolle 5 1 1 3 6:10 -4 4
    14 Telstar 5 1 1 3 5:11 -6 4
    15 Utrecht 5 0 2 3 9:18 -9 2
    16 Willem II 5 0 2 3 5:14 -9 2
    17 Den Haag 5 0 1 4 6:14 -8 1
    18 Cambuur 5 0 1 4 6:18 -12 1

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