Groningen winless in four, while PEC Zwolle have just conceded seven: Groningen vs PEC Zwolle prediction
The seventh-round Eredivisie clash between Groningen and PEC Zwolle will take place on September 18 at the Euroborg Stadium. The hosts have gone four consecutive matches without a win, while the visitors head into the encounter after a crushing 0-7 defeat to Feyenoord.
Groningen: strong start gives way to winless run
Dick Lukkien's side opened the campaign with two wins but have since collected just two points from four matches. In their latest outings, Groningen drew 2-2 with Twente and 1-1 with Go Ahead Eagles.
At the same time, the hosts continue to create chances and have already scored 12 goals in the league. Nine of them came in the first half, so the team will surely look to make an aggressive start in this match as well.
PEC Zwolle: defence going through a difficult spell
PEC Zwolle have won just one of their opening six Eredivisie matches and are now winless in five consecutive games. The latest round was particularly painful, as the team suffered a 0-7 defeat to Feyenoord.
The visitors have already conceded 17 goals in six matches and have not looked particularly convincing in attack either. The absence of several players, including Filip Krastev, Ryan Thomas and Sherel Floranus, is an additional problem.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Groningen have scored and conceded in each of their six league matches this season.
- PEC Zwolle have conceded 17 goals in six Eredivisie rounds.
- Six of the teams' last eight head-to-head meetings have ended in draws.
Hosts capable of ending winless run: Groningen vs PEC Zwolle prediction
Both teams are currently far from their best, but the visitors' defensive problems look significantly more serious. After conceding seven against Feyenoord, PEC Zwolle could be especially vulnerable to early pressure.
Groningen also regularly make mistakes at the back, so a clean-sheet win is difficult to expect. Nevertheless, home advantage and a more dangerous attack give the hosts a clear edge.
