FC Volendam vs Heracles Almelo, Eredivisie 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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FC Volendam vs Heracles Almelo — Eredivisie at Kras Stadion.
- FC Volendam 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Heracles Almelo 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Ingmar Oostrom
- Assistant 1 Martijn Beijer (Netherlands)
- Assistant 2 Joey Waleveld (Netherlands)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AZ | 2 | 6 |
| 2 | FC Groningen | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Feyenoord Rotterdam | 2 | 6 |
| 4 | Fortuna Sittard | 2 | 4 |
| 5 | PSV | 2 | 4 |
| 6 | SBV Excelsior | 2 | 3 |
| 7 | NEC | 2 | 3 |
| 8 | AFC Ajax | 1 | 3 |
| 9 | Go Ahead Eagles | 2 | 3 |
| 10 | Sparta Rotterdam | 2 | 3 |
| 11 | SC Heerenveen | 1 | 3 |
| 12 | Telstar 1963 | 2 | 3 |
| 13 | FC Twente '65 | 2 | 1 |
| 14 | PEC Zwolle | 2 | 1 |
| 15 | FC Utrecht | 2 | 0 |
| 16 | ADO Den Haag | 2 | 0 |
| 17 | Willem II Tilburg | 2 | 0 |
| 18 | SC Cambuur-Leeuwarden | 2 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | Heracles Almelo | H | 2–2 | D |
| 16 Sep | Fortuna Sittard | A | 1–3 | L |
| 03 Sep | FC Twente '65 | H | 0–2 | L |
| 19 Aug | Go Ahead Eagles | A | 1–4 | L |
| 11 Aug | SBV Vitesse | H | 1–2 | L |
| 28 May | SBV Excelsior | H | 3–2 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | FC Volendam | A | 2–2 | D |
| 16 Sep | FC Utrecht | H | 1–3 | L |
| 02 Sep | SBV Excelsior | H | 3–1 | W |
| 18 Aug | NEC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 12 Aug | AFC Ajax | A | 1–4 | L |
| 15 May | Sparta Rotterdam | H | 1–3 | L |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (4 games)
H2H (4 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and FC Volendam launch into their encounter with Heracles Almelo.
- 5' FC Volendam are deployed in a 4-2-3-1 today, looking to exploit space against Heracles Almelo's 4-1-2-3 shape.
- 10' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Benaissa Benamar made 317 appearances and scored 6 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 15' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 20' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His FC Volendam side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 25' It is a cagey affair so far. FC Volendam in their 4-2-3-1 trying to find a way past Heracles Almelo's compact 4-1-2-3.
- 30' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 31' The referee has no hesitation. Garang Kuol is booked for FC Volendam — Yellow card on 31.
- 36' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 41' Netherlands international Sem Scheperman has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 45' Brian De Keersmaecker was booked on 45.
- 50' FC Volendam currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 51' Brian De Keersmaecker does the damage! The net is bulging and Heracles Almelo surge ahead!
- 56' Abdenego Nankishi, a Germany , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 57' Emil Hansson adds to his 0 season tally! Heracles Almelo lead 0-2 — and this changes everything.
- 58' Magnificent from Emil Hansson! That is 9 goals in 197 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 63' Heracles Almelo seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 64' FC Volendam manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Lequincio Zeefuik is hanging Joey Antonioli on the field on 64 minute.
- 69' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 71' Goal! Benaissa Benamar scores his 6 goal in 317 matches.
- 72' It is a substitution in FC Volendam team. Garang Kuol is replaced by Zach Booth on 72 minute.
- 73' The supporters are chanting for Mario Engels. He replaces Mohamed Sankoh on 73 minute.
- 74' Bryan Limbombe makes way for Abdenego Nankishi at the 74 minute mark. A tactical switch from Heracles Almelo.
- 79' named a 4-2-3-1 earlier, and opted for a 4-1-2-3 in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 83' Heracles Almelo make a change. Anas Ouahim trudges off to be replaced by Sem Scheperman on 83 minutes.
- 87' GOAL! Robert Muhren scores on 87.
- 90' The crowd applauds Bilal Ould-Chikh as he leaves the pitch. Darius Johnson steps in for FC Volendam.
- The final whistle. It looks like we are having a draw.
Lineups
FC Volendam Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 21
- 28
- 4
- 11
- 6
- 1
- 3
- 17
- 37
- 36
-
14
Garang Kuol ↓ Zach Booth 72'
Bench
-
38
Darius Johnson ↑ 90'
- 34
- 22
- 16
-
25
Lequincio Zeefuik ↑ 64'
- 24
- 20
- 18
- 29
- 23
- 35
-
7
Zach Booth ↑ 72'
Coach
Matthias Kohler
Heracles Almelo Lineups
4-1-2-3Starting XI
-
17
Thomas Bruns ↓ Sven Sonnenberg 83'
- 1
- 21
- 15
- 29
- 14
-
10
Anas Ouahim ↓ Sem Scheperman 83'
- 19
- 7
-
44
Mohamed Sankoh ↓ Mario Engels 73'
- 35
Bench
- 18
-
8
Mario Engels ↑ 73'
- 28
- 12
-
4
Sven Sonnenberg ↑ 83'
- 16
- 3
- 6
-
24
Abdenego Nankishi ↑ 74'
-
32
Sem Scheperman ↑ 83'
- 9
- 30
Coach
John Lammers
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Robert Muhren | 2 |
| Emil Hansson | 1 |
| Brian De Keersmaecker | 1 |
| Benaissa Benamar | 1 |
| Jizz Hornkamp | 1 |
| Lequincio Zeefuik | 1 |
| Anthony Descotte | 1 |
Head to Head
FC Volendam Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.71
FC Volendam xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.51
Heracles Almelo xG
I would bet for:
FC Volendam or Heracles Almelo 74% + Both teams to score 64%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.22
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 61% |
|
39% |
| ± 3.5 | 40% |
|
60% |
| ± 4.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
Double Chance
FC Volendam or Draw
68%
Draw or Heracles Almelo
58%
FC Volendam or Heracles Almelo
74%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.2%
2 – 1
8.5%
1 – 2
7.5%
2 – 2
Actual
1 – 0
6.1%
2 – 0
5.8%
0 – 0
5.6%
0 – 1
5.3%
3 – 1
4.8%
0 – 2
4.6%
1 – 3
3.8%
3 – 2
3.7%
Asian Handicap — FC Volendam
| Handicap | FC Volendam covers | Push | Heracles Almelo covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -2 | 10% | 13% | 78% |
| -1.5 | 22% | — | 78% |
| -1 | 22% | 19% | 59% |
| -0.5 | 41% | — | 59% |
| +0.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| +1 | 67% | 17% | 16% |
| +1.5 | 84% | — | 16% |
| +2 | 84% | 10% | 6% |
| +2.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
Clean Sheet
FC Volendam keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Heracles Almelo keeps clean sheet
19%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.