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Round
1st Preliminary Round
Form

Recent form

Groene Ster
66Strong

Last 5 matches · 2W-3D-0L · +2 goal difference

Heerjansdam
53Average

Last 5 matches · 2W-2D-1L · +3 goal difference

Our call

Our verdict

Total Goals
Over 2.5 Goals

BetGenius backs Over 2.5 Goals (Total Goals) at 75% confidence — a strong call. Total goals: Over 2.5 Goals.

75%
Confidence
Strong
Preview

Match preview

Groene Ster host Heerjansdam in the first preliminary round of the KNVB Beker, with both sides aiming to secure progression in the domestic cup competition.

Groene Ster have experienced open, high-scoring matches in their recent outings. Their latest match resulted in a 3-3 draw against Vvsb, following consecutive 3-1 defeats to Excelsior Maassluis and Roosendaal. While they have displayed scoring capability, conceding nine goals across those three games highlights ongoing defensive challenges.

Heerjansdam have also consistently produced encounters featuring goals at both ends. They have scored and conceded in each of their last five recorded fixtures, which include high-scoring results such as a 5-2 win and a 3-3 draw against Valkenswaard.

Analysis

Key factors

  1. Groene Ster have conceded three goals in each of their last three recorded matches, including a 3-3 draw against Vvsb.
  2. Heerjansdam have both scored and conceded in each of their last five recorded fixtures.
  3. Recent matches involving Heerjansdam include high-scoring scorelines such as a 5-2 victory and a 3-3 draw against Valkenswaard.
Numbers

Statistical comparison

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80%
BTTS (last 5)
100%
60%
Over 2.5 (last 5)
80%
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Our record in KNVB Beker

70%79 won from 113 settled predictions

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Predictions

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Total Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
75%
Confidence

Both teams have shown significant defensive openness in their recent games. Groene Ster conceded three goals in each of their last three matches, while Heerjansdam have conceded in all five of their recent fixtures. With both sides consistently finding the back of the net, conditions favour an open cup tie with at least three total goals.

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Published August 31, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.