Groningen vs Ajax Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 07 Mar 2026
Eredivisie Betting Preview: Groningen vs Ajax
Groningen clash with Ajax at Euroborg Stadion, with kick-off set for 10:30 on Saturday 7 March.
We’re keen to back Ajax 0.0 at -139 on the Asian Handicap. There’s the prospect of a solid return if the visitors get the better of Groningen and the bonus of money back if the game ends all square.
FC Groningen have lost their last six games. Away at Kras Stadion, they recently suffered a 3-2 defeat against Volendam. Dick Lukkien's team enjoyed 53% possession and had eight shots on target, while Stije Resink and Thom van Bergen each scored one goal.
Ajax had a 0-0 draw at Mac3Park Stadion in their previous game. This was away to PEC Zwolle. The Sons of God had the lion’s share of the ball enjoying 60% possession and two shots on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Ajax have gone unbeaten in their past eight meetings with Groningen. In the last clash, Ajax secured a 2-0 win when hosting at Johan Cruyff Arena. The previous 10 H2H games have included seven wins for Ajax, two triumphs for Groningen and a single draw.
| Eredivisie | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Ajax |
25 | 11 | 11 | 3 | 47 | 31 | 16 | 47:31 | 44 |
| 11 | Groningen |
25 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 33 | 35 | -2 | 33:35 | 31 |
2 wins, 6 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 14.8 attempts. Groningen have had 52.3% possession, 431.7 passes and 7.9 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.4 goals from 4.1 shots on goal and 9.7 attempts, while being awarded 4.0 corners.
Stije Resink is the top goalscorer with 3, Younes Taha has 2, with Thom van Bergen and two other players on 1. Younes Taha is the leading assists maker on 3, with goalies Etienne Vaessen and Hidde Jurjus collectively keeping 3 clean sheets.
Ajax have 4 victories and 6 draws, with an average of 15.4 attempts, 6.4 shots on goal and 1.9 goals. The Amsterdam outfit average 56.3% possession, 520.6 passes, 4.2 corners awarded and 5.1 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 4.1 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts.
Mika Godts is the leading scorer with 7 goals, followed by Youri Baas on 3, with Jorthy Mokio and two others bagging 2. Rayane Bounida has had 4 assists, with Vitezslav Jaros and Maarten Paes notching 3 clean sheets between them in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
FC Groningen predicted lineup (4-4-2): Etienne Vaessen (GK), Tyrique Mercera, Thijmen Blokzijl, Dies Janse, Marvin Peersman, Mats Seuntjens, Tygo Land, Stije Resink, David van der Werff, Brynjolfur Willumsson, Thom van Bergen.
Ajax predicted lineup (4-3-3): Maarten Paes (GK), Lucas Rosa, Youri Baas, Josip Sutalo, Owen Wijndal, Davy Klaassen, Kian Fitz-Jim, Oscar Gloukh, Rayane Bounida, Wouter Weghorst, Mika Godts.
Groningen vs Ajax Prediction & Betting Tips
Step into Groningen vs Ajax with confidence, armed with our expert match prediction, likely scoreline, top corners angle, key player prop plays and a custom-built bet builder for maximum value.
Match Prediction
Our verdict is that Ajax are a great bet at 0.0 on the Asian Handicap when it comes to this Eredivisie encounter. This pick offers plenty of appeal at odds of -139, with a win anticipated for the away team.
Our football experts study the form, while injuries and suspensions can also affect the potential outcome. Before coming up with a verdict, we combine this data with the latest Eredivisie stats.
Key FC Groningen vs Ajax league stats:
According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 58.1% chance of winning. Based on our tipsters research, we calculate the actual probability to be 65-70%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
You can secure odds of +650 that Ajax are able to land a 2-1 victory. Correct score betting can provide plenty of fun and it’s a way of landing bigger odds.
Player Prop Picks
Mika Godts (Ajax) has scored five goals in his past five Eredivisie games. There are odds of +195 on offer for this Anytime Goalscorer bet and we think this is an attractive wager for the player to be on the scoresheet.
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Corners Prediction
There’s been a corner average of 14.40 in the past five home games involving Groningen, with the 9.5 Total Corners line being covered in the last two Ajax matches. There are odds of -114 being served up when it comes to this Total Corners wager and we think the teams can cover the line.
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Bet Builder Tips
It’s great fun to place a same-game multi and our picks are Ajax with the 0.0 Asian Handicap, more than two goals in total accompanied by Over 9.5 corners.
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Groningen vs Ajax Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
You can secure betting odds of +135 when it comes to Ajax claiming a Eredivisie win and the bookmakers have FC Groningen on offer at +175. For those wishing to back the draw, it’s available at +260.
There’s a nice alternative in the form of the Half-Time Result market. This allows you to back Ajax at +185 to lead at the break or alternatively opt for Groningen at +220. The draw is the third option at +135.
The odds suggest that Over 2.5 Goals is a strong probability in this exciting contest. The Yes pick in the Both Teams to Score market is considered to be the most likely result and it’s trading at -192.
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Favourite Mika Godts is priced at +525 to be the first player to find the net. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score any time at odds of +195.
Groningen have been defeated in three straight matches at Euroborg Stadion. Dick Lukkien's team have five defeats, three draws and two wins in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 1.20.
Ajax are unbeaten in the last six games on their travels. The Sons of God have six draws, three wins and one defeat in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 2.00 goals per match and conceding 1.70.
Groningen drew 2-2 with Ajax when the sides last met at Euroborg Stadion. The 6 H2H meetings most recently played at Euroborg Stadion have featured three Ajax wins, one draw and two victories for Groningen.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Groningen Home Stats |
2-3-5 | 2.30 | 1.10 | 1.20 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
Ajax Away Stats |
3-6-1 | 3.70 | 2.00 | 1.70 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 1 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- Eredivisie: 02/12 2025 Ajax 2 Groningen 0
- Eredivisie: 14/05 2025 Groningen 2 Ajax 2
- Eredivisie: 06/10 2024 Ajax 3 Groningen 1
- Eredivisie: 16/05 2023 Groningen 2 Ajax 3
- Eredivisie: 14/08 2022 Ajax 6 Groningen 1
- Eredivisie: 02/04 2022 Groningen 1 Ajax 3
- Eredivisie: 25/09 2021 Ajax 3 Groningen 0
- Eredivisie: 07/03 2021 Ajax 3 Groningen 1
- Eredivisie: 04/10 2020 Groningen 1 Ajax 0
- Eredivisie: 26/01 2020 Groningen 2 Ajax 1
FC Groningen League Stats
Ajax League Stats
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins and 6 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 7.90 corners awarded and 4.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded and 4.00 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 12.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 5.80 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.40 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 52.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 54.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 56.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 57.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for FC Groningen this season are Brynjolfur Andersen Willumsson (6), Stije Resink (5), Thom van Bergen (5)
- Top Assistors for FC Groningen this season are Younes Taha (6), Stije Resink (5), Thom van Bergen (3)
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Groningen vs Ajax Lineups & Team News
Make sure you're up to date on the Groningen vs Ajax team news before betting. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed Eredivisie lineups and the latest injury reports.
FC Groningen Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Ajax Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
FC Groningen Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
Ajax Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Previous FC Groningen Lineups
Previous Ajax Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
FC Groningen Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Dick Lukkien
Ajax Player Stats & Squad
Eredivisie Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSV | 25 | 21 | 2 | 2 | 73:30 | 65 |
| 2 | Feyenoord | 25 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 55:35 | 48 |
| 3 | Ajax | 25 | 11 | 11 | 3 | 47:31 | 44 |
| 4 | NEC Nijmegen | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 61:43 | 43 |
| 5 | Twente | 25 | 10 | 11 | 4 | 41:26 | 41 |
| 6 | AZ Alkmaar | 25 | 11 | 6 | 8 | 42:40 | 39 |
| 7 | Sp. Rotterdam | 25 | 11 | 4 | 10 | 32:42 | 37 |
| 8 | Utrecht | 25 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 38:31 | 34 |
| 9 | SC Heerenveen | 25 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 42:43 | 34 |
| 10 | Fortuna Sittard | 25 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 39:45 | 32 |
| 11 | Groningen | 25 | 9 | 4 | 12 | 33:35 | 31 |
| 12 | Go Ahead E. | 25 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 38:39 | 29 |
| 13 | PEC Zwolle | 25 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 34:50 | 28 |
| 14 | Volendam | 25 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 29:41 | 27 |
| 15 | Excelsior | 25 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 26:42 | 26 |
| 16 | NAC Breda | 25 | 5 | 7 | 13 | 25:39 | 22 |
| 17 | Telstar | 25 | 4 | 9 | 12 | 31:41 | 21 |
| 18 | Heracles | 25 | 5 | 2 | 18 | 32:65 | 17 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSV | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 39:17 | 29 |
| 2 | Feyenoord | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 32:19 | 28 |
| 3 | Ajax | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 24:11 | 27 |
| 4 | Twente | 13 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 22:12 | 25 |
| 5 | NEC Nijmegen | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 32:20 | 23 |
| 6 | Volendam | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 22:17 | 22 |
| 7 | Utrecht | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 21:12 | 21 |
| 8 | Fortuna Sittard | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 21:18 | 21 |
| 9 | AZ Alkmaar | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 25:21 | 20 |
| 10 | SC Heerenveen | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 24:22 | 20 |
| 11 | PEC Zwolle | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 15:15 | 20 |
| 12 | Go Ahead E. | 12 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 21:16 | 18 |
| 13 | Sp. Rotterdam | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 14:19 | 18 |
| 14 | Groningen | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 17:13 | 15 |
| 15 | NAC Breda | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 15:18 | 15 |
| 16 | Excelsior | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 13:17 | 14 |
| 17 | Heracles | 12 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 21:28 | 13 |
| 18 | Telstar | 13 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 21:24 | 11 |
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