FC Groningen vs AFC Ajax, Eredivisie 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
FC Groningen vs AFC Ajax — Eredivisie at Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadion.
- FC Groningen 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- AFC Ajax 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Dave Goossens
- Referee Jeroen Manschot
- Referee Edwin van de Graaf
- Referee Nicky Siebert
- Referee Martin Perez
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ADO Den Haag | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | AFC Ajax | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | AZ | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | FC Groningen | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | FC Twente '65 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | FC Utrecht | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Feyenoord Rotterdam | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Fortuna Sittard | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Go Ahead Eagles | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | NEC | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | PEC Zwolle | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | PSV | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | SBV Excelsior | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | SC Cambuur-Leeuwarden | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | SC Heerenveen | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Sparta Rotterdam | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | Telstar 1963 | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Willem II Tilburg | 0 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan | AFC Ajax | H | 2–1 | W |
| 18 Jan | FC Twente '65 | A | 0–0 | D |
| 22 Dec | FC Emmen | H | 2–0 | W |
| 14 Dec | ADO Den Haag | A | 1–1 | D |
| 08 Dec | FC Utrecht | H | 0–1 | L |
| 30 Nov | Fortuna Sittard | A | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan | FC Groningen | A | 1–2 | L |
| 19 Jan | Sparta Rotterdam | H | 2–1 | W |
| 22 Dec | ADO Den Haag | H | 6–1 | W |
| 15 Dec | AZ | A | 0–1 | L |
| 10 Dec | Valencia CF | H | 0–1 | L |
| 06 Dec | Willem II Tilburg | H | 0–2 | L |
Season Stats
| FC Groningen | AFC Ajax | |
|---|---|---|
| #4 | Position | #2 |
| 0 | Points | 0 |
| 0 | Played | 0 |
| 0 / 0 / 0 | W / D / L | 0 / 0 / 0 |
| 0 | Scored | 0 |
| 0 | Conceded | 0 |
| +0 | GD | +0 |
| – | PPG | – |
| – | Win % | – |
Key Stats
57%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (14 games)
H2H (14 games)
71%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
FC Groningen are 4th (0 pts). AFC Ajax are 2nd (0 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' And we are off! FC Groningen vs AFC Ajax — let the football do the talking.
- 5' It looks surprising FC Groningen does not make any changes. Daniel van Kaam has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 10' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Sam Schreck suffering a number of foals already.
- 15' AFC Ajax fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 16' FC Groningen is taking the lead after the goal scored by Kaj Sierhuis on 16.
- 21' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 26' FC Groningen is showing some good football. However, FC Groningen are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 31' The travelling AFC Ajax supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 36' Deyovaisio Zeefuik has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 38' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Nicolas Tagliafico.
- 43' Bart van Hintum, a Netherlands , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 48' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 52' Ramon-Pascal Lundqvist makes no mistake. The score reads 2-0 and FC Groningen are in front.
- 56' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Ramon-Pascal Lundqvist on 56 minutes.
- 59' Carel Eiting is ready to make an impact after coming on for Ryan Gravenberch at the 59 minute mark.
- 64' With 0 assists to his name this season, Joel Veltman is clearly more than just a goal scorer for FC Groningen.
- 69' Samir Memisevic gets the nod from FC Groningen. He replaces Ramon-Pascal Lundqvist and will look to change the dynamic.
- 72' The Netherlands Donny van de Beek breaks the deadlock on 72 minutes. 2-1!
- 74' Lisandro Martinez picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 77' Samir Memisevic picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 79' A change in the FC Groningen ranks — Kaj Sierhuis exits the field as Ahmed El Messaoudi enters on 79.
- 84' A quiet spell here at Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadion. FC Groningen seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 86' The whistle greets Lisandro Martinez as he departs to be replaced by Klaas-Jan Huntelaar.
- 90' It’s a booking for AFC Ajax player. Lassina Franck Traore gets a Yellow card.
- Hope, you loved the show. Another epic battle is over with the score 2-1.
Lineups
FC Groningen Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 11
- 3
- 6
- 9
- 1
- 4
- 42
- 21
- 26
-
8
Sam Schreck ↓ Ajdin Hrustic 86'
Bench
- 16
-
5
Samir Memisevic ↑ 69'
-
23
Ajdin Hrustic ↑ 86'
- 28
- 17
-
18
Ahmed El Messaoudi ↑ 79'
- 19
- 32
- 29
- 43
- 46
- 51
Coach
Danny Buijs
AFC Ajax Lineups
Starting XI
- 31
- 10
- 3
- 6
-
29
Ryan Gravenberch ↓ Carel Eiting 59'
- 11
- 15
- 49
- 1
- 21
- 28
Bench
- 12
-
8
Carel Eiting ↑ 59'
- 26
-
9
Klaas-Jan Huntelaar ↑ 86'
- 2
- 4
- 35
- 18
- 52
-
23
Lassina Franck Traore ↑ 59'
Coach
Erik ten Hag
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Dusan Tadic | 4 |
| Klaas-Jan Huntelaar | 4 |
| Steven Bergwijn | 3 |
| Antony | 2 |
| Klaas-Jan Huntelaar | 2 |
| Wout Weghorst | 2 |
| Davy Klaassen | 2 |
| Steven Berghuis | 2 |
Head to Head
FC Groningen Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
0 / 4
0.6
FC Groningen xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.56
AFC Ajax xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 88% + Under — clean sheet likely 78%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: FC Groningen win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 1.16
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 66% |
|
34% |
| ± 1.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
| ± 2.5 | 12% |
|
88% |
| ± 3.5 | 4% |
|
96% |
| ± 4.5 | 1% |
|
99% |
Double Chance
FC Groningen or Draw
75%
Draw or AFC Ajax
65%
FC Groningen or AFC Ajax
60%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: FC Groningen win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 0
34.3%
1 – 0
17.1%
0 – 1
15.6%
1 – 1
11.7%
2 – 0
5.1%
0 – 2
4.3%
2 – 1
Actual
1 – 2
3.1%
2 – 2
1.1%
3 – 0
1%
0 – 3
0.8%
3 – 1
0.7%
Asian Handicap — FC Groningen
| Handicap | FC Groningen covers | Push | AFC Ajax covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 1% | — | 99% |
| -2 | 1% | 6% | 93% |
| -1.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -1 | 7% | 21% | 72% |
| -0.5 | 28% | — | 72% |
| +0.5 | 75% | — | 25% |
| +1 | 75% | 19% | 6% |
| +1.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
| +2 | 94% | 5% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
FC Groningen keeps clean sheet
58%
✗
AFC Ajax keeps clean sheet
55%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.