ADO Den Haag 5-3 De Graafschap – Result & Analysis
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Poisson model rates ADO Den Haag at 49%, yet other data sources diverge — this ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap fixture contains genuine analytical tension.
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Fixture Analysis
It is a Eerste Divisie clash, Regular Season - 21 as ADO Den Haag welcome De Graafschap to Bingoal Stadion. Kick-off is set for Friday 12 January 2024 at 19:00 UTC.
Form Guide
ADO Den Haag — All Games: 4W 4D 2L from 10 Eerste Divisie outings this season, averaging 1.60 points per game. Last five: W L D W W. They are averaging 2.10 goals per game — a high-scoring output that makes them a genuine attacking threat in any fixture. 2 clean sheets from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 80% of their matches — an extremely high rate that makes BTTS Yes a well-supported standalone angle from their form alone. This season is still relatively young for ADO Den Haag, so this record blends games from this season and last.
At home at Bingoal Stadion, ADO Den Haag have gone 4W 4D 2L this season (10 games, 1.60 PPG). They are averaging 2.20 goals per home game — a prolific scoring rate in front of their own fans. Both teams have scored in 80% of their home games — an outstanding BTTS rate that is a key data point for this fixture.
Across all Eerste Divisie games this season, De Graafschap have recorded 6W 1D 3L from 10 outings — 1.90 PPG. Last five: L W D L W. They are scoring at 1.50 per game and conceding 1.20. 3 clean sheets from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. This season is still relatively young for De Graafschap, so this record blends games from this season and last.
De Graafschap away from home this season: 6W 0D 4L from 10 away games — 1.80 PPG on the road. Away from home they average 1.60 goals scored and 1.50 conceded per game.
The form comparison is too close to call — 1.60 PPG (ADO Den Haag) versus 1.90 (De Graafschap). When the figures are this level, no pick can be reliably derived from recent results alone.
Head to Head
The rivalry is an even one: 1 wins apiece for ADO Den Haag, 0 for De Graafschap and 2 shared spoils from 3 past contests. Neither side holds a meaningful historical edge.
The last 3 meetings have been tight affairs, averaging just 1.7 goals per game. That low-scoring pattern is a meaningful historical input for the Under 2.5 market. The most recent clash, on 11 Aug 2023, ended 0–0 with a draw.
With a balanced win record and just 1.7 goals per game historically, the H2H points toward a tight, low-scoring contest. Under 2.5 goals has the strongest statistical grounding from the fixture history regardless of which side wins.
In-Play Data
ADO Den Haag trading profile (57 games, 28 at home): they score before half-time in 89% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 50% of the time; BTTS occurs in 71% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 75% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 39%.
De Graafschap trading profile (57 games, 28 at away): they score before half-time in 82% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 83% of the time; BTTS occurs in 61% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 71% of games (away games).
From a combined perspective, both sides have high BTTS rates — ADO Den Haag 67% and De Graafschap 54% — which reinforces the BTTS Yes angle from in-play data. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (ADO Den Haag 63% | De Graafschap 60%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects ADO Den Haag 1.92 xG and De Graafschap 1.39 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: ADO Den Haag attack 1.274 / defence 0.939 | De Graafschap attack 1.051 / defence 0.952. League average goals — home 1.586 / away 1.403. ADO Den Haag carry an above-average attack strength of 1.274 — their λ of 1.92 reflects genuine attacking quality above the league norm. Data: 58 ADO Den Haag games / 57 De Graafschap games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: ADO Den Haag 49% | Draw 24% | De Graafschap 27%. Fair-value odds: ADO Den Haag 2.04 | Draw 4.17 | De Graafschap 3.70. ADO Den Haag hold a narrow Poisson edge at 49% — the draw (24%) is close enough to merit draw-inclusive market consideration.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 64% | BTTS probability 65% | Total xG 3.31. Over 2.5 holds a meaningful probability edge at 64% — the 3.31 total xG provides moderate support, though the model is not projecting a high-scoring game. BTTS Yes at 65% reflects that both xG figures (1.92 / 1.39) 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 ADO Den Haag at 49% — moderate model lean. With a 24% draw probability, Draw No Bet on ADO Den Haag offers a more defensible entry point than the straight win.
On the goals line, Poisson's 3.31 combined xG gives a 64% probability to Over 2.5 — marginal — conflicting signals, supported by form averaging 3.4 goals per game — though H2H averaging only 1.7 goals per meeting points in the other direction.
Poisson assigns a 65% probability to BTTS Yes based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates corroborate: ADO Den Haag 80% | De Graafschap 50% BTTS from recent games.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap | Competition: Eerste Divisie, Regular Season - 21 | Venue: Bingoal Stadion • Kick-off: Friday 12 Jan 2024, 19:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: ADO Den Haag 49% | Draw 24% | De Graafschap 27% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 64% | BTTS 65% | xG ADO Den Haag 1.92 / De Graafschap 1.39 • Poisson strength factors: ADO Den Haag attack 1.274 / def 0.939 | De Graafschap attack 1.051 / def 0.952 | league avg home 1.586 / away 1.403 • Poisson stance: ADO Den Haag (49%) — moderate lean
🧮 Prediction Model
1.92
ADO Den Haag xG
Expected Goals
1.39
De Graafschap xG
65%
BTTS
85%
Over 1.5
64%
Over 2.5
42%
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 ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap kick off?
ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap kicked off at 19:00 on Friday 12 January 2024 at Bingoal Stadion.
What was the final score in ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap?
ADO Den Haag 5 - 3 De Graafschap.
Where is ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap being played?
The match is being played at Bingoal Stadion.
What competition is ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap part of?
ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap is a Regular Season - 21 fixture in the Eerste Divisie (Netherlands).
Who is favourite to win ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap?
Our statistical model gives ADO Den Haag a 49% chance of winning, De Graafschap a 27% chance, and a 24% chance of a draw — making ADO Den Haag the favourite.
Will both teams score in ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap?
Our model estimates a 65% probability that both ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap will score (BTTS).
Will ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 64%.
What is the head-to-head record between ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap?
Record (3 meetings): ADO Den Haag 1W | Draws 2 | De Graafschap 0W.
What form are ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap in?
ADO Den Haag (all comps): 4W-4D-2L in 10 | 1.60 PPG | GF 2.10 / GA 1.30 | L5 W-L-D-W-W. De Graafschap (all comps): 6W-1D-3L in 10 | 1.90 PPG | GF 1.50 / GA 1.20 | L5 L-W-D-L-W.
🧮 Model Insight
Model Mechanics
Working from ADO Den Haag's attack rating (1.27) and De Graafschap's defence rating (0.95), the model arrives at 1.92 expected goals for the home side. The same calculation in reverse, De Graafschap's attack versus ADO Den Haag's defence, projects 1.39 expected goals for the visitors.
These ratings are built from 58/57 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
The Exact-Score Picture
Run the expected-goals figures through the full scoreline distribution and 1-1 emerges as the single most likely result, at 11.0%. Close behind: 2-1 (9.4%), 2-0 (6.8%). Together the top three scorelines make up 27% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.
Most Likely Outcome
ADO Den Haag Win
49%
2.04
24%
4.10
27%
3.76
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
9.7%
Draw
Most likely
2 – 1
9.4%
Home win
1 – 0
7.0%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.92
ADO Den Haag xG
Total xG
3.31
1.39
De Graafschap xG
2.04
49%
Home win
4.10
24%
Draw
3.76
27%
Away win
Goals Markets
84%
Over 1.5
1.19
16%
Under 1.5
6.25
64%
Over 2.5
1.56
36%
Under 2.5
2.78
42%
Over 3.5
2.38
58%
Under 3.5
1.72
24%
Over 4.5
4.17
76%
Under 4.5
1.32
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
65%
BTTS Yes
1.53
35%
BTTS No
2.87
Clean Sheet
25%
4.00
15%
6.85
Win to Nil
12%
8.16
4%
25.76
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3.7 | 5.1 | 3.5 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| 1 | 7.0 | 9.7 | 6.7 | 3.1 | 1.1 | 0.3 |
| 2 | 6.8 | 9.4 | 6.5 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 |
| 3 | 4.3 | 6.0 | 4.2 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 0.2 |
| 4 | 2.1 | 2.9 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| 5 | 0.8 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 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 ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 11.0%.
How many goals are ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap expected to score?
The model projects 1.92 expected goals for ADO Den Haag and 1.39 for De Graafschap, a combined total of 3.31.
How confident is the prediction model for ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 49%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
Where Both Sides Stand
Across their last 57 outings, ADO Den Haag have picked up 1.54 PPG on a 23W 19D 15L record — W-L-D-W-W across the most recent five. The sample for ADO Den Haag is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
De Graafschap's form line: 25W 10D 22L from 57 games, 1.49 PPG, last five L-W-D-L-W. The sample for De Graafschap is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Form-wise this is close to level: ADO Den Haag on 1.54 PPG, De Graafschap on 1.49. Other factors will likely decide this one more than recent results.
Home Ground vs the Road
On home soil, ADO Den Haag have posted 1.39 PPG from 28 outings (10W 9D 9L).
On the road, De Graafschap have gone 11W 5D 12L from 28 away games — 1.36 PPG when travelling.
The Goals Picture
ADO Den Haag are averaging 1.56 goals scored and 1.33 conceded per game recently; De Graafschap are on 1.58 scored and 1.35 conceded.
On BTTS specifically: ADO Den Haag have seen both teams score in 67% of their recent games.
Last 57 Results — Eerste Divisie
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
ADO Den Haag
Blended
De Graafschap
Blended
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap in coming into this match?
ADO Den Haag have gone 23W 19D 15L in their last 57 games (1.54 PPG), while De Graafschap have gone 25W 10D 22L in their last 57 (1.49 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — ADO Den Haag at home or De Graafschap away?
ADO Den Haag's home record (1.39 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — ADO Den Haag at home: 1.39 PPG; De Graafschap away: 1.36 PPG.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
A Look Back
The fixture history between ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap runs to 10 recorded meetings, the earliest dating back to October 2022. The pairing has crossed competitions too — Eerste Divisie, Eredivisie all feature in the head-to-head log. They last met on 22 March 2026, roughly 4 months ago.
Digging Into the Numbers
There's a clear current trend here: ADO Den Haag have taken the last 3 head-to-head results.
ADO Den Haag's record when hosting De Graafschap specifically: 2W 2D 1L from 5 games — a narrower, venue-specific slice of the head-to-head picture.
Last 10 Meetings
6
ADO Den Haag
3
Draws
1
De Graafschap
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap?
From 10 meetings on record, ADO Den Haag have won 6, De Graafschap have won 1, and 3 have been drawn.
When did ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap last play each other?
They last met on 22 March 2026, when De Graafschap 1-2 ADO Den Haag.
Who has won more matches between ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap?
ADO Den Haag have the better head-to-head record, with 6 wins from 10 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
Half-Time Trends
ADO Den Haag are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 89% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 46% of the time, though they've let that lead slip 21% of the time they've held it — worth watching if they're only ahead by one. They've also shown some fight from behind, salvaging a draw or win after trailing at half-time in 11% of those situations.
De Graafschap are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 82% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 25% of the time.
The Numbers That Matter
Both teams scoring has been the norm for this pairing lately — ADO Den Haag at 71%, De Graafschap at 61%. 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 75% for ADO Den Haag and 71% for De Graafschap. Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 54% and 46% 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 = ADO Den Haag 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 ADO Den Haag play De Graafschap?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 71% of ADO Den Haag's games and 61% of De Graafschap's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Is ADO Den Haag vs De Graafschap usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 75% of ADO Den Haag's matches and 71% of De Graafschap's.
Do ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap tend to score early?
ADO Den Haag have had a goal before half-time in 89% of their recent matches, De Graafschap in 82% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
ADO Den Haag cruise to a comfortable 5-3 victory over De Graafschap.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
ADO Den Haag beat De Graafschap 5-3 at Bingoal Stadion, Regular Season - 21, in the Eerste Divisie. That is the final score; the rest of this report grades it against what the data forecast beforehand.
The Model vs The Result
The Poisson model went into this projecting ADO Den Haag 1.92 xG and De Graafschap 1.39 xG, a combined 3.31. The scoreboard read 5-3 for 8 actual goals. ADO Den Haag beat their projection by 3.1 — clinical relative to the chances the model priced in. De Graafschap outscored their 1.39 projection by 1.6. Those figures were built on strength ratings of ADO Den Haag attack 1.27 / defence 0.94 against De Graafschap attack 1.05 / defence 0.95, drawn from 58/57 games (CurrentSeason).
On the result, the model split it ADO Den Haag 49% | Draw 24% | De Graafschap 27%, with ADO Den Haag to win its most likely call at 49%. The scoreboard confirmed the model's leading pick.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 64%. The game delivered 8, so it went over — the model's lean was correct. Over 1.5 had been 85% and landed. Over 3.5 was 42% and came in. On both teams to score, the model sat at 65% and the match saw both sides score — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 61% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (ADO Den Haag 63%, De Graafschap 60%), a base rate that agreed with today's over. Their combined BTTS history runs at 61%, which matched the both-scored outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
ADO Den Haag's trading profile (57 games, 28 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 67% of their matches — today it did.
De Graafschap's trading profile (57 games, 28 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 54% of their matches — today it did.
Form vs Result
The form lines were close — ADO Den Haag 1.54 PPG, De Graafschap 1.49 PPG — offering no strong steer, and the ADO Den Haag win broke the near-deadlock. ADO Den Haag (home/away splits) scored 5 against a 1.79 average — above their attacking norm and shipped 3 against a 1.54 concession average — a leakier day than usual. De Graafschap (home/away splits) scored 3 against a 1.71 average — above their attacking norm and shipped 5 against a 1.68 concession average — a leakier day than usual.
Verdict
Grading the result against the stored data, 3 of 3 pre-match signals came in: result (hit), Over 2.5 (hit), BTTS (hit). The data earned its keep here, calling the bulk of the fixture correctly.
💡 Key Insights
⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.