Vitesse vs De Graafschap – Pre-Match Analysis
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Poisson model rates De Graafschap at 43%, yet in-form Vitesse provide a compelling counter-argument — this Vitesse vs De Graafschap fixture contains genuine analytical tension.
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Fixture Analysis
It is a Eerste Divisie clash, Regular Season - 14 as Vitesse welcome De Graafschap to GelreDome. Kick-off is set for Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11:15 UTC.
Form Guide
Vitesse — All Games: 5W 3D 2L from 10 Eerste Divisie outings this season, averaging 1.80 points per game. Last five: L D W L W. They are averaging 2.30 goals per game — a high-scoring output that makes them a genuine attacking threat in any fixture. 3 clean sheets from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 60% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets. Vitesse have played only a handful of Eerste Divisie games so far this season, so this record also draws on matches from last season.
Vitesse's home record at GelreDome: 2W 5D 3L from 10 Eerste Divisie appearances (1.10 PPG). At home they are averaging 1.70 goals scored and 1.60 conceded per game. Both teams have scored in 70% of their home games — an outstanding BTTS rate that is a key data point for this fixture. Somewhat surprisingly, their home PPG of 1.10 lags behind their overall 1.80 — the home advantage has not translated into superior results at GelreDome this season.
Looking at all fixtures this season, De Graafschap stand at 2W 3D 5L from 10 Eerste Divisie matches — 0.90 PPG. Last five: D D L L L. They are scoring at 1.90 per game and conceding 2.20. Conceding 2.20 per game is a high rate — their defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed regularly this season. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. Both teams have scored in 80% of their matches this season — one of the stronger BTTS rates in the division, making Yes a well-evidenced play. De Graafschap have played only a handful of Eerste Divisie games so far this season, so this record also draws on matches from last season.
De Graafschap away from home this season: 2W 5D 3L from 10 away games — 1.10 PPG on the road. Away from home they average 1.50 goals scored and 1.60 conceded per game. Both teams have scored in 70% of their away matches — a high BTTS rate on the road that directly informs this fixture.
Vitesse carry the stronger recent momentum — 0.90 PPG ahead of their opponents on 1.80 vs 0.90. The form data is a point in their favour, and where the price allows, it is the cleaner directional bet.
Both teams score in over 70% of each side's relevant games (using home/away splits). At that combined rate, BTTS Yes is as well-evidenced as it gets — the data strongly backs two-way scoring.
H2H
The H2H landscape is flat: 4 previous encounters have yielded 2 wins for Vitesse, 2 for De Graafschap and 0 draws. A neutral reading in isolation.
The 4 previous encounters between these sides have been high-scoring affairs — 3.5 goals per contest on average. Historical precedent backs the Over 2.5 goals market. The most recent clash, on 8 Mar 2026, ended 4–1 with Vitesse winning.
With the win record balanced, the strongest H2H-derived signal is in the goals market. At 3.5 goals per game historically, Over 2.5 is the cleaner angle to extract from the head-to-head data.
Trading Patterns
Vitesse in-play and half-time data (42 games, 21 at home): they score before half-time in 86% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 40% of the time; they lead at the break 48% of the time; BTTS occurs in 71% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 71% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 40%.
De Graafschap in-play and half-time data (42 games, 21 at away): they score before half-time in 81% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 86% of the time; BTTS occurs in 76% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 67% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 55%.
From a combined perspective, both sides have high BTTS rates — Vitesse 64% and De Graafschap 76% — which reinforces the BTTS Yes angle from in-play data. Over 2.5 goals is well-supported by both sides' in-play profiles (Vitesse 69% | De Graafschap 69%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Vitesse 1.36 xG and De Graafschap 1.61 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: Vitesse attack 0.835 / defence 1.018 | De Graafschap attack 0.934 / defence 0.922. League average goals — home 1.770 / away 1.698. Data: 42 Vitesse games / 42 De Graafschap games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: Vitesse 32% | Draw 24% | De Graafschap 43%. Fair-value odds: Vitesse 3.12 | Draw 4.17 | De Graafschap 2.33. This is a low-confidence result — no outcome exceeds 45%. The draw at 24% is a primary outcome, not an afterthought.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 57% | BTTS probability 60% | Total xG 2.98. Over 2.5 holds a meaningful probability edge at 57% — the 2.98 total xG provides moderate support, though the model is not projecting a high-scoring game. BTTS Yes at 60% reflects that both xG figures (1.36 / 1.61) are above the threshold where scoring blanks become the primary outcome — both sides are projected to find the net.
Summary & Verdict
The Poisson model's primary lean is De Graafschap at 43% — marginal model lean. Note a divergence: in-form Vitesse (1.80 PPG) cuts against the Poisson lean — consider the strength-adjusted model over surface-level form results. With a 24% draw probability, Draw No Bet on De Graafschap offers a more defensible entry point than the straight win. The opposing side holds a 32% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.
On the goals line, Poisson's 2.98 combined xG gives a 57% probability to Over 2.5 — strong, supported by form averaging 3.2 goals per game and H2H averaging 3.5 goals per meeting.
Poisson assigns a 60% probability to BTTS Yes based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates corroborate: Vitesse 70% | De Graafschap 70% BTTS from recent games.
The outsider holds a 32% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should not be treated as one. Proportionate stakes are appropriate given the genuine contest the data projects.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Vitesse vs De Graafschap | Competition: Eerste Divisie, Regular Season - 14 | Venue: GelreDome • Kick-off: Sunday 8 Nov 2026, 11:15 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Vitesse 32% | Draw 24% | De Graafschap 43% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 57% | BTTS 60% | xG Vitesse 1.36 / De Graafschap 1.61 • Poisson strength factors: Vitesse attack 0.835 / def 1.018 | De Graafschap attack 0.934 / def 0.922 | league avg home 1.770 / away 1.698 • Poisson stance: De Graafschap (43%) — low confidence — close contest
🧮 Prediction Model
1.36
Vitesse xG
Expected Goals
1.61
De Graafschap xG
60%
BTTS
80%
Over 1.5
57%
Over 2.5
35%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Vitesse vs De Graafschap kick off?
Vitesse vs De Graafschap is scheduled to kick off at 11:15 on Sunday 8 November 2026 at GelreDome.
Where is Vitesse vs De Graafschap being played?
The match is being played at GelreDome.
What competition is Vitesse vs De Graafschap part of?
Vitesse vs De Graafschap is a Regular Season - 14 fixture in the Eerste Divisie (Netherlands).
Who is favourite to win Vitesse vs De Graafschap?
Our statistical model gives Vitesse a 32% chance of winning, De Graafschap a 43% chance, and a 24% chance of a draw — making De Graafschap the favourite.
Will both teams score in Vitesse vs De Graafschap?
Our model estimates a 60% probability that both Vitesse and De Graafschap will score (BTTS).
Will Vitesse vs De Graafschap have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 57%.
What is the head-to-head record between Vitesse and De Graafschap?
Record (4 meetings): Vitesse 2W | Draws 0 | De Graafschap 2W.
What form are Vitesse and De Graafschap in?
Vitesse (all comps): 5W-3D-2L in 10 | 1.80 PPG | GF 2.30 / GA 1.20 | L5 L-D-W-L-W. De Graafschap (all comps): 2W-3D-5L in 10 | 0.90 PPG | GF 1.90 / GA 2.20 | L5 D-D-L-L-L.
🧮 Model Insight
How the Model Works This Match
Vitesse's attacking strength (0.83x league average) is weighed against De Graafschap's defensive record (0.92x) to produce a home expected-goals figure of 1.36. The same calculation in reverse, De Graafschap's attack versus Vitesse's defence, projects 1.61 expected goals for the visitors.
These ratings are built from 42/42 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
Most Likely Scorelines
The model's single most probable exact score is 1-1, at 12.7%. Close behind: 1-2 (9.0%), 2-1 (7.6%). Together the top three scorelines make up 29% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.
Most Likely Outcome
De Graafschap Win
32%
3.09
24%
4.13
43%
2.30
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
11.2%
Draw
Most likely
1 – 2
9.0%
Away win
0 – 1
8.2%
Away win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.36
Vitesse xG
Total xG
2.98
1.61
De Graafschap xG
3.09
32%
Home win
4.13
24%
Draw
2.30
43%
Away win
Goals Markets
80%
Over 1.5
1.25
20%
Under 1.5
5.00
57%
Over 2.5
1.75
43%
Under 2.5
2.33
35%
Over 3.5
2.86
65%
Under 3.5
1.54
18%
Over 4.5
5.56
82%
Under 4.5
1.22
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
60%
BTTS Yes
1.68
40%
BTTS No
2.48
Clean Sheet
20%
5.02
26%
3.91
Win to Nil
6%
15.51
11%
9.01
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 5.1 | 8.2 | 6.6 | 3.6 | 1.4 | 0.5 |
| 1 | 6.9 | 11.2 | 9.0 | 4.9 | 2.0 | 0.6 |
| 2 | 4.7 | 7.6 | 6.2 | 3.3 | 1.3 | 0.4 |
| 3 | 2.2 | 3.5 | 2.8 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| 4 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.1 |
| 5 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | – |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · Outlined cell = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most likely scoreline for Vitesse vs De Graafschap?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 12.7%.
How many goals are Vitesse and De Graafschap expected to score?
The model projects 1.36 expected goals for Vitesse and 1.61 for De Graafschap, a combined total of 2.98.
How confident is the prediction model for Vitesse vs De Graafschap?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 43%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
Form at a Glance
Across their last 42 outings, Vitesse have picked up 1.50 PPG on a 17W 12D 13L record — L-D-W-L-W across the most recent five. It's still early in the season for Vitesse, so this record blends in a handful of games from last season too.
De Graafschap's form line: 17W 11D 14L from 42 games, 1.48 PPG, last five D-D-L-L-L. It's still early in the season for De Graafschap, so this record blends in a handful of games from last season too.
Form-wise this is close to level: Vitesse on 1.50 PPG, De Graafschap on 1.48. Other factors will likely decide this one more than recent results.
Venue Form
On home soil, Vitesse have posted 1.33 PPG from 21 outings (7W 7D 7L).
On the road, De Graafschap have gone 8W 7D 6L from 21 away games — 1.48 PPG when travelling.
Goals in Recent Form
Vitesse are averaging 1.71 goals scored and 1.45 conceded per game recently; De Graafschap are on 1.88 scored and 1.71 conceded.
On BTTS specifically: Vitesse have seen both teams score in 64% of their recent games; De Graafschap in 76%.
Last 42 Results — Eerste Divisie
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Vitesse
Early Season
De Graafschap
Early Season
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Vitesse and De Graafschap in coming into this match?
Vitesse have gone 17W 12D 13L in their last 42 games (1.50 PPG), while De Graafschap have gone 17W 11D 14L in their last 42 (1.48 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Vitesse at home or De Graafschap away?
De Graafschap's away record (1.48 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Vitesse at home: 1.33 PPG; De Graafschap away: 1.48 PPG.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
Fixture History
4 meetings separate these sides on the data we hold, the series stretching back to September 2024. Every recorded meeting has come in Eerste Divisie. They last met on 8 March 2026, roughly 5 months ago.
Streaks & Records
The biggest gap between the sides came on 8 Mar 2026, when Vitesse won 1-4 — the largest margin of victory on record between these two.
Vitesse's record when hosting De Graafschap specifically: 1W 0D 1L from 2 games — a narrower, venue-specific slice of the head-to-head picture.
Last 4 Meetings
2
Vitesse
0
Draws
2
De Graafschap
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Vitesse and De Graafschap?
From 4 meetings on record, Vitesse have won 2, De Graafschap have won 2, and 0 have been drawn.
When did Vitesse and De Graafschap last play each other?
They last met on 8 March 2026, when De Graafschap 1-4 Vitesse.
📈 Trading Insight
First-Half Patterns
Vitesse are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 86% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 52% of the time, though they've let that lead slip 24% of the time they've held it — worth watching if they're only ahead by one.
De Graafschap are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 81% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 38% of the time, though they've let that lead slip 19% of the time they've held it — worth watching if they're only ahead by one.
Full-Time Trends
Both teams scoring has been the norm for this pairing lately — Vitesse at 71%, De Graafschap at 76%. That combined rate makes BTTS Yes a well-supported trading angle.
Goals have flowed in these teams' recent matches — Over 2.5 has landed at 71% for Vitesse and 67% for De Graafschap. Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 38% and 48% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Vitesse home games / De Graafschap away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when Vitesse play De Graafschap?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 71% of Vitesse's games and 76% of De Graafschap's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Is Vitesse vs De Graafschap usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 71% of Vitesse's matches and 67% of De Graafschap's.
Do Vitesse and De Graafschap tend to score early?
Vitesse have had a goal before half-time in 86% of their recent matches, De Graafschap in 81% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
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