Venlo vs Graafschap: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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23 Aug,16:45
2 - 1
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Venlo vs Graafschap Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half2 - 1
10
J. Kania
scored for Graafschap
11
N. Ahmeti
was cautioned
28
L. Gorlich
was cautioned
42
N. Ait Mouhou
scored for Venlo
45+1
K. Symons
was cautioned
45+2
R. Vullers
scored for Venlo
2nd Half2 - 1

On 23 August 2026, VV Venlo face De Graafschap at De Koel with kickoff scheduled for . This Netherlands Eerste Divisie encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.

VV Venlo operate with a well-rounded tactical structure.

De Graafschap aim for structural stability in their setup.

Recent Form

VV Venlo

W W L

De Graafschap

L L D

VV Venlo have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.

In contrast, De Graafschap have faced difficulties in recent matches and need to improve quickly. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.

Recent Form Home/Away

VV Venlo (Home)

W L

De Graafschap (Away)

L D
VV Venlo form remains fairly steady regardless of location.

There is little difference in De Graafschap's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

VV Venlo

- + -

De Graafschap

- - -

VV Venlo's defensive record has been inconsistent, with clean sheets hard to come by. There is room for improvement in their defensive setup.

In contrast, De Graafschap have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

VV Venlo (Home)

- -

De Graafschap (Away)

- -
A rare pattern, with VV Venlo defending far better away from home.

De Graafschap's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

VV Venlo

+ - +

De Graafschap

+ + -

VV Venlo's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. Chances tend to be created at both ends.

Likewise, De Graafschap have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

VV Venlo (Home)

+ +

De Graafschap (Away)

+ -
A big contrast, with VV Venlo's home games producing significantly more goals.

Only small differences appear in De Graafschap's match tempo home versus away.

Scoring Consistency

VV Venlo

+ + +

De Graafschap

+ + +

VV Venlo show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Similarly, De Graafschap have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

VV Venlo (Home)

+ +

De Graafschap (Away)

+ +
VV Venlo's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

There is little difference in De Graafschap's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Venue: De Koel

Venlo vs Graafschap Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.14
xG
0.83
51
Ball Posession (%)
49
4
Big Chances
2
1
Cautions
2
13
Shots
17
2
Shots on Goal
3
3
Shots Blocked
3
9
Shots inside Box
8
3
Shots outside Box
7
0
Hit Woodwork
1
9
Fouls
17
4
Corner Kicks
5
2
Saves
0
17
Free Kicks
9
1
Offsides
1
390
Passes Total
375
293
Passes Completed
297
98
Passes in the final 3rd Total
102
59
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
65
25
Touches in the Opposition Box
19
14
Tackles Total
24
9
Tackles Completed
9
32
Clearances
30
23
Crosses Total
28
7
Crosses Completed
5
10
Interceptions
2

Venlo vs Graafschap Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
13
Y. Schoonderwaldt
1
T. Wieggers
5
L. de Blok
21
K. Symons
33
G. Blancquart
4
J. Hardeman
4
E. Clancy
3
R. Besselink
21
L. Gorlich
24
J. Meerstadt
38
T. Schenkhuizen
27
N. Ahmeti
11
N. Ait Mouhou
8
D. Warmerdam
14
R. Vullers
11
T. Mero
7
E. Zuliani
18
D. Eijken
9
D. Zandbergen
7
B. Van Zijl
24
M. Odriss
9
J. Kania

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