Heracles Almelo vs Vitesse predictions, Sep 26, 2026

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As Heracles Almelo prepares to host Vitesse Arnhem in a crucial Eerste Divisie match on September 26, 2026, both teams come into the fixture with solid recent form. Heracles Almelo has emerged victorious in 4 of their last 5 matches, demonstrating a strong offensive and defensive display. Their ability to capitalize on home advantage will be pivotal, as they look to maintain momentum and secure a crucial three points.

In contrast, Vitesse Arnhem has claimed 3 wins in their last five outings, showcasing resilience and tactical adaptability. However, their away performances have been inconsistent, which could present challenges against a confident Heracles side eager to reinforce their position in the league table.

Betting odds favor the home team, reflecting a 61% probability of a Heracles victory. While Vitesse holds a lower away win probability at 19.5%, their recent form indicates they will seek to exploit any defensive lapses from Heracles.

This matchup promises an intriguing tactical battle, with Heracles likely to leverage their attacking prowess against a Vitesse side that will need to be disciplined defensively. While Heracles has the odds in their favor, the dynamics of a derby can lead to unpredictable outcomes.

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Heracles 60.4%

Draw 20.5%

Vitesse 19.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

Outrights of Dutch Eerste Divisie Heracles: 21.8% Vitesse: 3.93%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.53	4.62	4.85
	1.55	4.3	4.9
	1.53	4.55	4.86	Watch and Bet
	1.5	4.5	4.75
	1.55	4.61	4.78

Latest Results

18.09.26 Almere City FC – Heracles Almelo – 1:0 11.09.26 Heracles Almelo – Jong AZ Alkmaar – 3:2 04.09.26 Heracles Almelo – De Graafschap – 5:0 30.08.26 FC Eindhoven – Heracles Almelo – 1:3 24.08.26 Jong Utrecht – Heracles Almelo – 1:6

19.09.26 Vitesse Arnhem – Jong PSV – 3:1 12.09.26 Roda JC – Vitesse Arnhem – 1:0 04.09.26 Vitesse Arnhem – FC Oss – 2:1 28.08.26 FC Den Bosch – Vitesse Arnhem – 1:4 21.08.26 Vitesse Arnhem – Almere City FC – 0:3

Facts

A clash between two contenders competing at the top of the table (ranked 1st in the Promotion ~ Eredivisie and 5th in the Promotion ~ Eredivisie (Promotion: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Heracles won 1.

Heracles has displayed good consistency in recent games (last 5 matches: 4 wins).

Vitesse has shown an inconsistent pattern in recent weeks (last 5 matches: 3 wins).

Heracles could enjoy a physical edge thanks to more rest days ahead of this match.

Bookmakers give the edge to Heracles for this game.

Our forecast points to a victory for Heracles in today’s match, at odds of 1.53.

In the last 20 head-to-head meetings, Heracles has recorded 4 wins, 7 draws, and 9 losses, with a goal aggregate of 18:29 (averaging 0.9:1.5 goals per game).

Specifically in home fixtures for Heracles against this opponent, the record stands at 3 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses, with 14:16 goals (averaging 1.2:1.3 per game).

Latest Head To Head

10.02.24 Heracles Almelo – Vitesse Arnhem – 3:2 10.12.23 Vitesse Arnhem – Heracles Almelo – 2:0 13.03.22 Heracles Almelo – Vitesse Arnhem – 0:0 12.12.21 Vitesse Arnhem – Heracles Almelo – 2:1 09.01.21 Heracles Almelo – Vitesse Arnhem – 0:2

Standings

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		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Heracles	7	6	0	1	24:10	14	18
2	Almere City	7	5	1	1	16:4	12	16
3	Venlo	7	5	0	2	19:11	8	15
4	Waalwijk	7	3	4	0	18:9	9	13
5	Vitesse	7	4	1	2	13:9	4	13
6	Maastricht	7	4	1	2	10:15	-5	13
7	Jong AZ	9	4	1	4	22:17	5	13
8	Roda	7	3	3	1	7:5	2	12
9	FC Emmen	7	4	0	3	17:17	0	12
10	Jong PSV	9	3	3	3	14:16	-2	12
11	Eindhoven FC	7	3	1	3	11:13	-2	10
12	FC Volendam	7	3	0	4	17:14	3	9
13	Helmond	7	2	2	3	13:12	1	8
14	Jong Ajax	9	2	2	5	13:22	-9	8
15	NAC Breda	6	2	1	3	11:14	-3	7
16	Den Bosch	7	2	1	4	12:16	-4	7
17	Jong Utrecht	9	2	1	6	15:21	-6	7
18	Oss	7	2	0	5	8:12	-4	6
19	De Graafschap	6	1	1	4	7:18	-11	4
20	Dordrecht	7	1	1	5	9:21	-12	4

Dutch Eerste Divisie Outrights

1. Heracles: 3.75 (21.8%)

2. Waalwijk: 4 (20.43%)

3. NAC Breda: 5 (16.35%)

4. Almere City: 7 (11.68%)

5. FC Volendam: 13 (6.29%)

6. Venlo: 17 (4.81%)

7. Roda: 20.8 (3.93%)

8. Vitesse: 20.8 (3.93%)

9. FC Emmen: 33.8 (2.42%)

10. Maastricht: 50.2 (1.63%)

11. Eindhoven FC: 66.4 (1.23%)

12. Dordrecht: 80.2 (1.02%)

13. De Graafschap: 100.2 (0.82%)

14. Den Bosch: 100.2 (0.82%)

15. Jong AZ Alkmaar: 120.2 (0.68%)

16. Jong PSV: 140.2 (0.58%)

17. Helmond Sport: 160.2 (0.51%)

18. TOP Oss: 210.2 (0.39%)

19. Jong Utrecht: 210.2 (0.39%)

20. Jong Ajax: 260.2 (0.31%)

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