Groningen vs Ajax: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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07 Mar,16:30
3 - 1
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Groningen vs Ajax Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 1
6
T. Van Bergen
scored for Groningen
30
D. Klaassen
scored for Ajax
2nd Half3 - 1
65
O. Zawada
scored for Groningen
72
O. Zawada
scored for Groningen
90+4
W. Weghorst
was cautioned
90+5
T. Blokzijl
was cautioned

The upcoming meeting between Groningen and Ajax takes place at Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium on 07 March 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Netherlands Eredivisie. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Groningen tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.

Ajax favour an offensive setup focused on creating chances.

Recent Form

Groningen

W L L L L

Ajax

L D D W D

Groningen have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.

Despite similar results, Ajax are under pressure after a string of poor results. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.

Recent Form Home/Away

Groningen (Home)

W L L L D

Ajax (Away)

L D D D W
Groningen's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

There is little difference in Ajax's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Groningen

- - - - -

Ajax

- + - - -

Groningen have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Meanwhile, Ajax have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Groningen (Home)

- - - - +

Ajax (Away)

- + - - -
Groningen show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

There is little difference in Ajax's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Groningen

+ + + + +

Ajax

+ - - + -

Groningen have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

In contrast, Ajax show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Game tempo has varied from match to match.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Groningen (Home)

+ + + + -

Ajax (Away)

+ - - + +
Only small differences appear in Groningen's match tempo home versus away.

Ajax's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.

Scoring Consistency

Groningen

+ + + + +

Ajax

+ - + + +

Groningen have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Meanwhile, Ajax have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Groningen (Home)

+ + + + -

Ajax (Away)

+ - + + +
Groningen attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Ajax's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Serdar Gozubuyuk
Venue: Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium

Groningen vs Ajax Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

2.1
xG
2
40
Ball Posession (%)
60
6
Big Chances
4
1
Cautions
1
13
Shots
13
6
Shots on Goal
5
3
Shots Blocked
4
9
Shots inside Box
7
4
Shots outside Box
6
1
Hit Woodwork
0
5
Fouls
7
6
Corner Kicks
8
20
Throw Ins
17
4
Saves
3
7
Free Kicks
5
0
Offsides
2
375
Passes Total
555
274
Passes Completed
455
139
Passes in the final 3rd Total
140
84
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
102
26
Touches in the Opposition Box
19
22
Tackles Total
11
9
Tackles Completed
10
28
Clearances
22
7
Crosses Total
25
1
Crosses Completed
5
8
Interceptions
15

Groningen vs Ajax Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
E. Vaessen
26
M. Paes
43
M. Peersman
5
O. Wijndal
4
D. Janse
15
Y. Baas
3
T. Blokzijl
37
J. Sutalo
16
T. Mercera
3
A. Gaaei
14
J. Schreuders
48
S. Steur
18
T. Land
24
J. Mokio
7
T. Hernes
18
D. Klaassen
17
D. van der Werff
11
M. Godts
26
T. Van Bergen
25
W. Weghorst
9
B. Andersen Willumsson
23
S. Berghuis

Groningen vs Ajax H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

Netherlands Eredivisie Standings & Table