Telstar
Football Netherlands - Eredivisie BUKO Stadion Sat 4 Apr 12:45
FC Groningen
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  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Eredivisie Betting Preview: Telstar vs Groningen

Telstar take on Groningen at BUKO Stadion, with kick-off set for 12:45 on Saturday 4 April.

Over 2.5 Has to Be The Way Forward

There is a generous -159 available when it comes to Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market and that looks too good to miss. Back Telstar and Groningen to score at least three goals combined.

Groningen Won When They Last Played Telstar

Telstar beat PSV Eindhoven 3-1 at BUKO Stadion in their last league game. That means it’s now been two Eredivisie home victories on the spin. Telstar enjoyed 48% possession and eight shots on target, with Patrick Brouwer, Sem van Duijn and Kay Tejan scoring one goal each.

FC Groningen claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 3-0 win occurred against AZ Alkmaar at Euroborg Stadion. Dick Lukkien's team were 47% in the possession stakes and managed five shots on goal, while Marvin Peersman, Thom van Bergen and Tygo Land were all on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Groningen had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Euroborg Stadion, they recorded a 2-0 home win over Telstar.

Eredivisie G W D L GF GA GD GD P
9 Groningen logo Groningen 34 14 6 14 49 45 4 49:45 48
14 Telstar logo Telstar 34 9 10 15 49 55 -6 49:55 37
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Telstar – Last 10 League Games

Telstar have 3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 5.7 shots on goal and 13.1 attempts. Anthony Correia's men have averaged 47.5% possession, 373.3 passes and 4.7 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.6 goals from 6.1 shots on goal, 15.8 attempts and 5.8 corners.

Players to Watch

Patrick Brouwer and Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp lead the way with 4 goals, while Sem van Duijn has scored 2. Patrick Brouwer, Sem van Duijn and Jeff Hardeveld have recorded the most assists with 2 apiece. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Ronald Koeman has kept one clean sheet.

FC Groningen – Last 10 League Games

Groningen have 3 victories, 6 defeats and 1 draw, averaging 4.8 shots on goal, 14.5 attempts and 1.5 goals. They average 48.3% possession, 410.9 passes, 6.4 corners awarded and 5.6 corners against, while 1.5 goals have been conceded from 11.5 attempts and 5.3 shots on goal.

Players to Watch

Thom van Bergen has top scored with 4, while Marvin Peersman, Oskar Zawada and Younes Taha are next on 2. Younes Taha is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 4.

Confirmed Lineups

Telstar confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Ronald Koeman (GK), Neville Ogidi Nwankwo, Devon Koswal, Danny Bakker, Patrick Brouwer, Cedric Hatenboer, Guus Offerhaus, Jeff Hardeveld, Sem van Duijn, Tyrone Owusu, Noekkvi Thorisson.

FC Groningen confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Etienne Vaessen (GK), Marco Rente, Thijmen Blokzijl, Dies Janse, Marvin Peersman, Tika de Jonge, Tygo Land, Younes Taha, David van der Werff, Jorg Schreuders, Thom van Bergen.

Telstar vs Groningen Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Telstar vs Groningen betting tips provide expert coverage of all major angles, including our main match prediction, top player prop picks, correct score recommendation, corners betting angle and best bet builder insights.

Match Prediction

This upcoming encounter could yield Over 2.5 Goals and we’re keen to back this Eredivisie prediction. There is plenty of value when it comes betting this selection at odds of -159.

The latest Eredivisie team news and current form are always useful information when it comes to providing football betting tips. It’s also important to pay attention to the available stats so that we make the best picks.

Key Telstar vs FC Groningen league stats:

  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 5 Telstar games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 10 of the last 14 Telstar games at home.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Telstar games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Groningen games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Groningen games.
Over 2.5 Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 61.3% prospect of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 65-70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Telstar Telstar logo 1 - 2 Groningen logo Groningen

There are betting odds of +650 that Groningen land a 2-1 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Thom van Bergen Over 3.5 Shots +135 BetMGM logo

Thom van Bergen (Groningen) has fired over 3.5 shots in five consecutive Eredivisie games. He should be capable of covering the line when it comes to this player prop and odds of +135 are now available.

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David van der Werff To Score +180 BetMGM logo

David van der Werff (Groningen) can be wagered to find the net at +180. We believe this is the best of the player props, with healthy odds available when it comes to betting him to score at any time.

Latest David van der Werff Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

Groningen To Have Most Corners +102 BetMGM logo

Groningen have had a corner average of 6.40 in the past 10 games, while Telstar have averaged 4.20 corners over 5 matches. Groningen can be backed at a value +102 to win the Corner Match bet.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Telstar Logo Telstar
Total
10.50 4.70 5.80
Home
10.80 4.50 6.30
Away
11.10 4.60 6.50
Groningen Logo Groningen
Total
12.00 6.40 5.60
Home
12.90 8.00 4.90
Away
10.40 6.00 4.40
Latest Corner Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Over 2.5 -159
Asian Handicap Groningen -0.25 +116
Most Corners Groningen +102

A same-game multi always adds excitement and the picks are at least three goals to be scored, Groningen with the -0.25 Asian Handicap combined with Groningen to have the most corners.

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Telstar vs Groningen 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.

Bookies Anticipating a Close Contest

The available 1x2 betting prices reveal that FC Groningen are +133 for a Eredivisie win, with Telstar being +175. The draw is on offer at +270 if you expect the game to finish level.

Groningen -0.25 on the Asian Handicap can be backed at +104. It means your stake is split between 0 and -0.5, with a full payout if they beat Telstar. Half your stake is refunded if we see a draw.

Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds and that means three goals or more are anticipated. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -217 for the BTTS Yes option.

You can find hundreds of markets for every Eredivisie match, with the top betting apps creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your football bets.

Thom van Bergen Heads First Goalscorer Market

Thom van Bergen is priced at +500 when it comes to First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and also available at odds of +170 to find the net anytime.

Player Goals
Thom van Bergen (Groningen)
First
+170
Anytime
+500
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David van der Werff (Groningen)
First
+175
Anytime
+525
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Sem van Duijn (Telstar)
First
+195
Anytime
+550
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Kay Tejan (Telstar)
First
+210
Anytime
+600
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Player Shots
Sem van Duijn (Telstar)
Over 3.5
+135
Under 3.5
-
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Thom van Bergen (Groningen)
Over 2.5
-154
Under 2.5
-
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David van der Werff (Groningen)
Over 2.5
-139
Under 2.5
-
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Kay Tejan (Telstar)
Over 2.5
-109
Under 2.5
-
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Can Telstar Continue Unbeaten Home Streak?

Stats: Eredivisie matches only
Telstar haven’t tasted defeat in three consecutive matches at BUKO Stadion. Telstar have racked up four draws, four losses and two victories in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.70 goals per match and conceding 1.60.

Groningen haven’t tasted victory in the previous four away matches. Dick Lukkien's team have clocked up five losses, three wins and two draws in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 1.40.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Telstar logo Telstar Home Stats 2-4-4 3.30 1.70 1.60 7 3 8 2
Groningen logo Groningen Away Stats 3-2-5 2.50 1.10 1.40 3 7 5 5
  • 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
Telstar logo Telstar League Stats
FC Groningen logo FC Groningen League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Telstar vs Groningen Lineups & Team News

The Telstar vs Groningen team news could change everything — review it before betting. Stay updated with our predicted and confirmed lineups for the Eredivisie and the newest injury information.

Telstar Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1

FC Groningen Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Telstar Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1

1 Ronald Koeman
14 N. Ogidi Nwankwo 21 Devon Koswal 6 Danny Bakker
27 Patrick Brouwer 23 Cedric Hatenboer 4 Guus Offerhaus 2 Jeff Hardeveld
37 Sem van Duijn 8 Tyrone Owusu
19 Noekkvi Thorisson
1 Etienne Vaessen
5 Marco Rente 3 Thijmen Blokzijl 4 Dies Janse 43 Marvin Peersman
8 Tika de Jonge 18 Tygo Land
10 Younes Taha 17 David van der Werff 14 Jorg Schreuders
26 Thom van Bergen

FC Groningen Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Telstar Substitutes

  • 7Soufiane Hetli
  • 9Jelani Seedorf
  • 11Tyrese Noslin
  • 13Tyrick Bodak
  • 17Nils Rossen
  • 20Daan Reiziger
  • 28Rojendro Oudsten
  • 30Kay Tejan
  • 39J. Ritmeester van

FC Groningen Substitutes

  • 2Wouter Prins
  • 7Travis Hernes
  • 9B. A. Willumsson
  • 13Lovro Stubljar
  • 15Elvis van der Laan
  • 16Tyrique Mercera
  • 20Mats Seuntjens
  • 22Sven Bouland
  • 24Dirk Baron
  • 27Rui Mendes
  • 34Ryan Metu
  • 44Jismerai Dillema

Previous Telstar Lineups

22 Mar Eredivisie
Telstar 3-1 PSV
14 Mar Eredivisie
SC Heerenveen 3-0 Telstar
08 Mar Eredivisie
Fortuna Sittard 1-4 Telstar
04 Mar KNVB Cup
AZ Alkmaar 2-1 Telstar
27 Feb Eredivisie
Telstar 3-0 NAC Breda
22 Feb Eredivisie
Feyenoord 2-1 Telstar

Previous FC Groningen Lineups

22 Mar Eredivisie
Groningen 3-0 AZ Alkmaar
13 Mar Eredivisie
PEC Zwolle 1-1 Groningen
07 Mar Eredivisie
Groningen 3-1 Ajax
01 Mar Eredivisie
Volendam 3-2 Groningen
22 Feb Eredivisie
Twente 2-1 Groningen
14 Feb Eredivisie
Groningen 1-2 Utrecht

Injuries & Suspensions

Telstar Injury Table
Type Name Info
Dylan Mertens Other
FC Groningen Injury Table
Type Name Info
Etienne Vaessen Yellow cards
Stije Resink Knee
Oskar Zawada Shoulder
Team Squads

Telstar Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Anthony Correia

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Jeff Hardeveld 2 D 28 2437 28 0 4 6 1 0
Guus Offerhaus 4 D 27 2429 27 0 0 3 5 0
Ronald Koeman 1 G 27 2418 27 0 0 0 0 0
Nils Rossen 17 M 25 2207 25 0 3 1 0 0
Danny Bakker 6 D 24 2095 23 2 2 1 0 0

FC Groningen Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Dick Lukkien

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Thijmen Blokzijl 3 D 28 2506 28 0 1 1 3 0
Thom van Bergen 26 F 28 2428 28 0 8 3 3 0
Jorg Schreuders 14 M 28 2283 26 2 0 2 3 0
Marvin Peersman 43 D 27 2275 27 0 3 1 5 0
Younes Taha 10 M 27 2227 27 0 4 7 6 0
Netherlands FlagEredivisie Table
Eredivisie Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 PSV 34 27 3 4 101:45 84
2 Feyenoord 34 19 8 7 70:44 65
3 NEC Nijmegen 34 16 11 7 77:53 59
4 Twente 34 15 13 6 59:40 58
5 Ajax 34 14 14 6 62:41 56
6 Utrecht 34 15 8 11 55:42 53
7 AZ Alkmaar 34 14 10 10 58:51 52
8 SC Heerenveen 34 14 9 11 57:53 51
9 Groningen 34 14 6 14 49:45 48
10 Sp. Rotterdam 34 12 7 15 40:62 43
11 Fortuna Sittard 34 11 6 17 49:63 39
12 Go Ahead E. 34 8 14 12 54:53 38
13 Excelsior 34 10 8 16 43:56 38
14 Telstar 34 9 10 15 49:55 37
15 PEC Zwolle 34 9 10 15 44:71 37
16 Volendam 34 8 8 18 35:55 32
17 NAC Breda 34 6 11 17 35:58 29
18 Heracles 34 5 4 25 35:85 19
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 PSV 17 13 2 2 58:26 41
2 Feyenoord 17 11 3 3 39:23 36
3 Utrecht 17 10 3 4 31:13 33
4 NEC Nijmegen 17 9 5 3 41:25 32
5 Twente 17 9 5 3 29:16 32
6 Ajax 17 9 4 4 32:17 31
7 AZ Alkmaar 17 8 7 2 39:26 31
8 SC Heerenveen 17 8 6 3 33:24 30
9 PEC Zwolle 17 8 4 5 21:21 28
10 Go Ahead E. 17 6 7 4 34:24 25
11 Groningen 17 7 4 6 27:18 25
12 Fortuna Sittard 17 7 4 6 28:29 25
13 Volendam 17 6 5 6 24:23 23
14 Sp. Rotterdam 17 6 5 6 21:27 23
15 Telstar 17 5 5 7 31:28 20
16 NAC Breda 17 5 5 7 20:23 20
17 Excelsior 17 5 3 9 20:22 18
18 Heracles 17 4 3 10 23:36 15