On August 9, 2024, in the first round of the Dutch Eredivisie, Groningen will face NAC Breda. The home team will aim to secure a strong result at the start of the new football year, hosting a club that has recently returned to the “elite.”
Groningen vs NAC Breda: Key Statistics and Trends
- Groningen is unbeaten in their last fourteen matches.
- NAC Breda has lost two consecutive matches.
- The most common scoreline between the clubs is 1-1 (10 times).
- Groningen has scored at least once in their last 18 matches.
- Groningen wins the first half in 44% of their matches, while Breda wins in 38% of their matches.
Groningen – the shape of the team and its analysis:
“The Pride of the North,” the 2015 national cup winners, were relegated from the top Dutch division two seasons ago. However, they quickly bounced back, securing promotion after finishing second. This impressive feat was achieved under the leadership of Lukken, who had been part of the club’s structure and returned as head coach before the 2023/2024 season.
During the summer, his team continued their good form, often winning and avoiding defeats. Additionally, the management continued to strengthen the squad, maintaining their usual Scandinavian focus in recruitment.
NAC Breda – the shape of the team and its analysis:
“The Yellow Army” managed to return to the Eredivisie last season. The team finished only eighth in the second division but could participate in the playoffs due to the league’s regulations. Surprisingly, they succeeded in winning the playoff matches.
It was clear that reinforcements were needed. However, despite being part of the Manchester City holding since spring 2022, the team hasn’t significantly strengthened its squad.
Groningen: Team News
No reported squad issues.
NAC Breda: Team News
No injured or sick players reported.
Groningen vs NAC Breda: Possible Starting Lineups
Groningen (possible lineup): Jurjus – Peersman, Blokzijl, Rente, Bakuna – Valente, Duarte, Hove, Schreuders – van Bergen, Postema
NAC Breda (possible lineup): van der Merbel – Kemper, van den Berg, Martina – Rojo, Garbett, Janosek, Staring, Lucassen – Heugen, Omgba
Head to Head matches: Groningen vs NAC Breda
Last season, “The Yellow Army” took four out of six possible points against Groningen in the second division.
Free prediction today for the match: Groningen vs NAC Breda
It’s time for “The Pride of the North” to secure a win against a relatively weaker opponent. We predict that the home team will win (odds – 1.76).
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