Groningen vs Utrecht Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 0
8
B. Willumsson
scored for Groningen
34
VAR - Goal Disallowed
goal was overturned by VAR
2nd Half2 - 1
48
T. Van Bergen
scored for Groningen
79
A. Blake
scored for Utrecht
84
D. De Wit
was cautioned
88
J. van Overeem
was cautioned
Groningen welcome Utrecht to Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium on 09 August 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Netherlands Eredivisie schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Groningen prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Utrecht tend to play with an attacking mindset.
Recent Form
Groningen
W
Utrecht
L
Groningen show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
In contrast, Utrecht are currently going through a difficult run of form. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
Recent Form Home/Away
Groningen (Home)
W
Utrecht (Away)
L
There is little difference in Groningen's performance across venues.
Utrecht's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Groningen
-
Utrecht
-
Groningen are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Likewise, Utrecht have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Groningen (Home)
-
Utrecht (Away)
-
There is little difference in Groningen's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Utrecht's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Groningen
+
Utrecht
+
Groningen have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
Likewise, Utrecht's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Groningen (Home)
+
Utrecht (Away)
+
Groningen's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Utrecht.
Scoring Consistency
Groningen
+
Utrecht
+
Groningen have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Also, Utrecht show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Groningen (Home)
+
Utrecht (Away)
+
Groningen's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
There is little difference in Utrecht's scoring output across venues.
Match Information
Referee: Joey Kooij
Venue: Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium
Groningen vs Utrecht Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.4
xG
2.45
59
Ball Posession (%)
41
2
Big Chances
5
0
Cautions
2
16
Shots
14
5
Shots on Goal
7
7
Shots Blocked
0
10
Shots inside Box
12
6
Shots outside Box
2
1
Hit Woodwork
0
12
Fouls
17
5
Corner Kicks
1
6
Saves
3
17
Free Kicks
12
1
Offsides
4
460
Passes Total
312
366
Passes Completed
225
116
Passes in the final 3rd Total
90
68
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
53
35
Touches in the Opposition Box
27
13
Tackles Total
17
9
Tackles Completed
11
24
Clearances
23
15
Crosses Total
16
2
Crosses Completed
9
5
Interceptions
11
Groningen vs Utrecht Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations