Match Overview
In this Eredivisie match, Feyenoord will face off against Heracles at Stadion Feijenoord. The match is scheduled to take place on December 14, 2024, at 20:00 UTC. Feyenoord enters the game as the clear favorite with odds of 1.19 for a home victory.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have met several times in the past, and Feyenoord has had the upper hand in most encounters. In their last meeting earlier this season, Feyenoord emerged victorious with a convincing 3-0 win over Heracles. Looking back further into history, we can see that Feyenoord has dominated this fixture by winning four out of their last five matches against Heracles.
Goals have not been scarce when these teams meet either; three or more goals were scored in four out of their last five clashes. This suggests that there is usually plenty of action whenever they face each other on the pitch.
Team Form: Feyenoord
Feyenoord has been enjoying an impressive run of form recently across all competitions. They are unbeaten in their last six matches, having won four and drawn two during that period. Their attacking prowess has been evident as well since they managed to score an average of three goals per game while conceding just nine goals.
In terms of league performance, Feyenoord currently sits comfortably in fourth position with 32 points from fifteen matches played so far this season. With a goal difference standing at +19 (35 goals scored and only sixteen conceded), it’s clear that they possess both offensive firepower and defensive solidity.
Their latest outing was a thrilling encounter against Sparta Praha in the UEFA Champions League where they secured a resounding 4-2 victory thanks to standout performances from Gernot Trauner, Igor Paixão, Anis Hadj-Moussa, and Santiago Giménez.
Team Form: Heracles
Heracles has had a mixed bag of results in recent matches. They have won two, lost two, and drawn two games across all competitions. Their away form has been particularly concerning as they have only managed one win out of their seven away matches this season.
In the Eredivisie standings, Heracles currently finds themselves in 15th place with just 14 points from fifteen matches played. The team has struggled defensively throughout the campaign, conceding an alarming 28 goals while scoring sixteen at the other end.
Their most recent match was a hard-fought draw against Fortuna Sittard where Luka Kulenović and Ruben Roosken found the back of the net to secure a point for Heracles.
Key Players Spotlight
For Feyenoord, Gernot Trauner has been instrumental both defensively and offensively. He scored a crucial goal in their last match against Sparta Praha and will be looking to continue his impressive run of form. Another player to watch is Igor Paixão who also got on the scoresheet in that game.
On the other side, Luka Kulenović stands out as Heracles’ main attacking threat with his ability to find spaces behind opposing defenses. Ruben Roosken’s contribution cannot be overlooked either after his goal secured them a valuable point in their previous outing.
Statistical Insights
Feyenoord boasts an excellent home record this season with four wins out of seven matches played at Stadion Feijenoord. They have scored twelve goals while conceding just seven on home turf so far.
Meanwhile, Heracles’ struggles away from home are evident by winning only one out of their seven away matches. They have managed to score just three goals while conceding a worrying fifteen in those games.
Match Prediction: Feyenoord vs Heracles
Considering the contrasting form and performances of both teams, it is highly likely that Feyenoord will come out on top in this match. Their strong attacking force coupled with their solid defensive record at home should be enough to secure them another victory against an inconsistent Heracles side. Therefore, our prediction for this game is a comfortable 3-1 win for Feyenoord.
Feyenoord 3 – 1 Heracles
