Football Result
Sam Kersten 32'
Ilias Sebaoui 66'
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
In a Dutch Eredivisie match held on April 4, 2025, Heerenveen defeated Willem II 3-1 at the Abe Lenstra Stadion. Heerenveen's goals came from Ion Nicolaescu (11'), Sam Kersten (32'), and Ilias Sebaoui (66'), while Jesse Bosch scored for Willem II in the 75th minute. The game saw Heerenveen dominate in shots, registering 22 total shots compared to Willem II's 13. However, Willem II held a slight edge in possession with 51.2% versus Heerenveen's 48.8%. Heerenveen had nine shots on target, forcing six saves from the Willem II goalkeeper, while Willem II only managed three shots on target, saved twice by the Heerenveen goalkeeper.
The AI prediction before the game favored a Heerenveen win, which turned out to be accurate. The AI also correctly assessed that the game would not be a balanced one, reflected in Heerenveen's higher number of shots. Before the match, the AI gave Heerenveen a 51.9% chance of winning, against Willem II's 22.8%. Looking at the formations, Heerenveen played a 4-2-3-1, while Willem II opted for a more defensive 5-3-2.
Analyzing Heerenveen's recent form, they have been inconsistent, with a mix of wins, losses, and draws in their last five matches. Their next game is away against Sparta Rotterdam, who have also had mixed results recently, including a recent 3-0 win against Fortuna Sittard and a 4-0 win against Willem II, but also draws against PEC Zwolle and NAC Breda. Considering both teams' current form, the upcoming match appears to be relatively balanced.
Willem II, on the other hand, have struggled, losing their last five matches. Their next match is at home against Ajax Amsterdam, a daunting task given Ajax's strength. Ajax recently defeated PSV Eindhoven 2-0 away, showing their capabilities, although they had mixed results in Europa League.
Historically, Heerenveen have had a slight edge over Willem II in their head-to-head encounters. Willem II's recent struggles, including a 4-0 loss against Sparta Rotterdam, indicate a dip in form compared to their previous performances. Heerenveen will aim to improve their consistency when they visit Sparta Rotterdam. Given Ajax Amsterdam´s high rate, the next game will be difficult for Willem II.
Football fans are eagerly awaiting the Dutch Eredivisie match on April 4, 2025, between Heerenveen and Willem II at the Abe Lenstra Stadion. AI is predicting a Heerenveen victory, assigning them a 51.9% win probability compared to Willem II's 22.8%. The home team's rate is 0.552, slightly better than the away team's 0.422. Heerenveen's recent form has been inconsistent, with two losses, two draws and one win in their last five matches. Expect key players like midfielder, Tijmen Goppel, to drive Heerenveen forward. Willem II, on the other hand, are on a five-game losing streak, hoping to turn their fortunes around. The algorithm gives a draw a 25.4% chance.
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
Heerenveen
Draws
Willem II