Heracles Almelo vs SC Heerenveen, Eredivisie 2024-25 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Heracles Almelo vs SC Heerenveen — Eredivisie at Erve Asito.
- Heracles Almelo 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- SC Heerenveen 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Erwin Blank
- Assistant 1 Marco Ribbink
- Assistant 2 Joris Westhof (Netherlands)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Sep | SC Heerenveen | H | 2–1 | W |
| 21 Sep | NEC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 15 Sep | Almere City FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 01 Sep | PEC Zwolle | A | 0–3 | L |
| 25 Aug | Willem II Tilburg | H | 1–1 | D |
| 18 Aug | PSV | H | 1–3 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Sep | Heracles Almelo | A | 1–2 | L |
| 22 Sep | FC Groningen | H | 2–1 | W |
| 17 Sep | FC Twente '65 | A | 0–2 | L |
| 14 Sep | AZ | A | 1–9 | L |
| 31 Aug | NAC Breda | H | 4–0 | W |
| 17 Aug | FC Utrecht | H | 1–1 | D |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (14 games)
H2H (14 games)
57%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' And we are off! Heracles Almelo vs SC Heerenveen — let the football do the talking.
- 5' Heracles Almelo are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 10' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 15' Oliver Braude is having his name booked by the referee on 15.
- 20' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 20 minutes.
- 25' GOAL! Damon Mirani scores on 25. Assisted by Daniel van Kaam
- 30' SC Heerenveen started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 30.
- 32' Poor challenge from Suf Podgoreanu. The referee spots it immediately and shows the card.
- 37' 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.
- 42' Mats Kohlert has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 16 cards already picked up this season.
- 46' Espen van Ee has so much to prove this time. He replaces Amara Conde on 46 minute.
- 51' has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 0 of the last 0 meetings.
- 56' The home supporters are growing impatient. Heracles Almelo must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 57' It is a substitution in Heracles Almelo team. Suf Podgoreanu is replaced by Juho Talvitie on 57 minute.
- 59' Dimitris Rallis makes no mistake. The score reads 1-1 and SC Heerenveen are in front.
- 60' Denzel Hall has so much to prove this time. He replaces Oliver Braude on 60 minute.
- 65' named a 4-2-3-1 earlier, and opted for a 4-2-3-1 in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 69' SC Heerenveen make a change. Nikolai Hopland trudges off to be replaced by Sam Kersten on 69 minutes.
- 71' Dimitris Rallis makes way for Daniel Karlsbakk at the 71 minute mark. A tactical switch from SC Heerenveen.
- 72' It is a substitution in Heracles Almelo team. Luka Kulenovic is replaced by Jizz Hornkamp on 72 minute.
- 75' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for Ruben Roosken.
- 80' It looks surprising SC Heerenveen does not make any changes. Espen van Ee has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 85' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 87' Mario Engels does the damage! The net is bulging and Heracles Almelo surge ahead!
- 90' The referee calls foul for Daniel Karlsbakk. He receives a card.
- 90' The whistle greets Mario Engels as he departs to be replaced by Justin Hoogma.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from Heracles Almelo to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Heracles Almelo Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
-
8
Mario Engels ↓ Justin Hoogma 90'
- 26
- 14
- 24
- 4
- 12
- 1
-
29
Suf Podgoreanu ↓ Juho Talvitie 57'
- 2
-
10
Shiloh 't Zand ↓ Thomas Bruns 72'
-
19
Luka Kulenovic ↓ Jizz Hornkamp 72'
Bench
-
17
Thomas Bruns ↑ 72'
- 5
-
9
Jizz Hornkamp ↑ 72'
-
21
Justin Hoogma ↑ 90'
- 30
- 18
- 3
- 16
- 22
-
23
Juho Talvitie ↑ 57'
Coach
Erwin van de Looi
SC Heerenveen Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 13
- 11
-
6
Amara Conde ↓ Espen van Ee 46'
- 5
- 8
- 10
-
19
Simon Olsson ↓ Levi Smans 60'
-
45
Oliver Braude ↓ Denzel Hall 60'
- 20
- 26
-
17
Nikolai Hopland ↓ Sam Kersten 69'
Bench
- 44
-
4
Sam Kersten ↑ 69'
- 7
-
2
Denzel Hall ↑ 60'
-
14
Levi Smans ↑ 60'
- 15
- 22
-
9
Daniel Karlsbakk ↑ 71'
-
21
Espen van Ee ↑ 46'
- 27
- 39
Coach
Robin van Persie
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Joey Veerman | 3 |
| Sam Lammers | 3 |
| Delano Burgzorg | 2 |
| Kristoffer Peterson | 2 |
| Adrian Dalmau | 2 |
| Kristoffer Peterson | 2 |
| Luuk Brouwers | 2 |
| Sam Lammers | 2 |
Head to Head
Heracles Almelo Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.52
Heracles Almelo xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.17
SC Heerenveen xG
I would bet for:
Heracles Almelo or SC Heerenveen 73%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Heracles Almelo win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.69
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 1.5 | 75% |
|
25% |
| ± 2.5 | 50% |
|
50% |
| ± 3.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
| ± 4.5 | 14% |
|
86% |
Double Chance
Heracles Almelo or Draw
72%
Draw or SC Heerenveen
55%
Heracles Almelo or SC Heerenveen
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Heracles Almelo win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
13%
1 – 0
9.3%
2 – 1
Actual
0 – 0
8.7%
2 – 0
7.7%
0 – 1
6.9%
1 – 2
6.8%
2 – 2
5.2%
0 – 2
4.5%
3 – 1
4.5%
3 – 0
3.8%
3 – 2
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Heracles Almelo
| Handicap | Heracles Almelo covers | Push | SC Heerenveen covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 13% | 77% |
| -1.5 | 23% | — | 77% |
| -1 | 23% | 21% | 56% |
| -0.5 | 44% | — | 56% |
| +0.5 | 72% | — | 28% |
| +1 | 72% | 16% | 12% |
| +1.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
| +2 | 88% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Heracles Almelo keeps clean sheet
32%
✓
SC Heerenveen keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

