FC Groningen
Football Netherlands - Eredivisie Euroborg Stadion Sat 7 Mar 10:30
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Eredivisie Betting Preview: Groningen vs Ajax

Groningen clash with Ajax at Euroborg Stadion, with kick-off set for 10:30 on Saturday 7 March.

Back Ajax on the Asian Handicap

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.

7 Wins for Ajax in Previous 10 H2H Clashes

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 logo Ajax 25 11 11 3 47 31 16 47:31 44
11 Groningen logo Groningen 25 9 4 12 33 35 -2 33:35 31
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FC Groningen – Last 10 League Games

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 – Last 10 League Games

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:

  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Groningen in 6 consecutive games.
  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Groningen in 8 of their last 10 games.
  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Groningen in 14 of their last 20 games.
  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Groningen in 8 of their last 10 games against Ajax.
Ajax 0.0 Probability

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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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Groningen Groningen logo 1 - 2 Ajax logo Ajax

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

Top Pick: Mika Godts to Score +195 BetMGM logo

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.

Latest Mika Godts Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners -114 BetMGM logo

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.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Groningen Logo Groningen
Total
11.90 7.90 4.00
Home
12.20 8.20 4.00
Away
10.40 6.00 4.40
Ajax Logo Ajax
Total
9.30 4.20 5.10
Home
9.50 4.90 4.60
Away
9.40 3.60 5.80
Latest Corner Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Ajax 0.0 +106
Total Goals Over 2.5 -159
Total Corners Over 9.5 -114

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.

Books Anticipating a Tight Affair

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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Mika Godts Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer

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.

Player Goals
Mika Godts (Ajax)
First
+195
Anytime
+525
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Kasper Dolberg (Ajax)
First
+230
Anytime
+550
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Brynjolfur Andersen Willumsson (Groningen)
First
+230
Anytime
+650
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David van der Werff (Groningen)
First
+240
Anytime
+575
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Can Groningen Avoid Yet Another Home Defeat?

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 logo Groningen Home Stats 2-3-5 2.30 1.10 1.20 5 5 5 5
Ajax logo 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
Team Stats
FC Groningen logo FC Groningen League Stats
Ajax logo Ajax League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 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
Full-Time Result
  • 4 wins and 6 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists
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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

1 Etienne Vaessen
16 Tyrique Mercera 3 Thijmen Blokzijl 4 Dies Janse 43 Marvin Peersman
20 Mats Seuntjens 18 Tygo Land 6 Stije Resink 17 David van der Werff
9 B. Willumsson 26 Thom van Bergen
26 Maarten Paes
2 Lucas Rosa 15 Youri Baas 37 Josip Sutalo 5 Owen Wijndal
18 Davy Klaassen 28 Kian Fitz-Jim 10 Oscar Gloukh
43 Rayane Bounida 25 Wouter Weghorst 11 Mika Godts

Ajax Predicted Lineup 4-3-3

Previous FC Groningen Lineups

01 Mar Eredivisie
Volendam 3-2 Groningen
22 Feb Eredivisie
Twente 2-1 Groningen
14 Feb Eredivisie
Groningen 1-2 Utrecht
08 Feb Eredivisie
Groningen 1-2 PSV
31 Jan Eredivisie
Sp. Rotterdam 2-0 Groningen
25 Jan Eredivisie
Groningen 1-2 Fortuna Sittard

Previous Ajax Lineups

01 Mar Eredivisie
PEC Zwolle 0-0 Ajax
21 Feb Eredivisie
Ajax 1-1 NEC Nijmegen
14 Feb Eredivisie
Ajax 4-1 Fortuna Sittard
08 Feb Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar 1-1 Ajax
01 Feb Eredivisie
Excelsior 2-2 Ajax
28 Jan Champions League
Ajax 1-2 Olympiacos

Injuries & Suspensions

FC Groningen Injury Table
Type Name Info
Etienne Vaessen Yellow cards
Elvis van der Laan Other
Stije Resink Other
Tika de Jonge Other
Ajax Injury Table
Type Name Info
Youri Regeer Yellow cards
Anton Gaaei Yellow cards
B. van den Illness
Oleksandr Zinchenko Knee
Ko Itakura Other
Team Squads

FC Groningen Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Dick Lukkien

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Thijmen Blokzijl 3 D 25 2236 25 0 1 0 2 0
Thom van Bergen 26 F 25 2158 25 0 5 3 3 0
Stije Resink 6 M 24 2088 24 0 5 5 5 0
Marvin Peersman 43 D 24 2056 24 0 2 0 5 0
Younes Taha 10 M 25 2050 25 0 4 6 5 0

Ajax Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Fred Grim

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Youri Baas 15 D 22 1949 22 0 4 1 2 1
Mika Godts 11 F 23 1885 21 2 13 8 2 0
Vitezslav Jaros 1 G 19 1710 19 4 0 0 1 0
Davy Klaassen 10 M 24 1432 17 7 4 2 1 0
Youri Regeer 26 M 20 1429 17 6 0 2 5 0
Netherlands FlagEredivisie Table
2025/2026 Season
# 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