Tournament: Eredivisie Netherlands
Venue: Euroborg (Groningen)
Game Time: August 9, 2024, 14:00
On August 9, 2024, in the first round of the Dutch Eredivisie, Groningen will face NAC Breda. Groningen will look to secure a strong start to the new season by hosting a recently promoted club.
Key Statistics and Trends
Groningen:
- Unbeaten in their last fourteen matches.
- Scored at least once in their last 18 matches.
- Wins the first half in 44% of their matches.
NAC Breda:
- Lost two consecutive matches.
- Wins the first half in 38% of their matches.
- The most common scoreline between the clubs is 1-1 (10 times).
Team Analysis
Groningen: Groningen, known as "The Pride of the North," has a strong track record, including winning the national cup in 2015. After being relegated from the Eredivisie two seasons ago, they secured promotion by finishing second in the second division. Under the leadership of Lukken, who was reinstated as head coach before the 2023/2024 season, the team has shown impressive form, remaining unbeaten in their last 14 matches. The squad has been further strengthened with new signings, focusing on their usual Scandinavian recruitment strategy.
NAC Breda: NAC Breda, known as "The Yellow Army," managed to return to the Eredivisie last season by winning the playoff matches despite finishing only eighth in the second division. However, the team has not significantly strengthened its squad, despite being part of the Manchester City holding since spring 2022. They have struggled recently, losing their last two matches.
Team News
Groningen:
- No reported squad issues.
NAC Breda:
- No injured or sick players reported.
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" managed to take four out of six possible points against Groningen in the second division.
Free Prediction for the Match: Groningen vs NAC Breda
Groningen, given their recent form and home advantage, are expected to secure a win against NAC Breda, who have not significantly strengthened their squad for the new season.
Prediction: Groningen to win (odds – 1.76).
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