Groningen 0-2 Emmen: result and AI prediction

Groningen – Emmen, KNVB Beker, Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 08:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Euroborg

Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Groningen 3, draws 3, Emmen 0. Their last meeting, on July 11, 2026, ended Groningen 3-2 Emmen.

Groningen

Final score0 - 2

Emmen

AI predicted: 3-1 · Final score: 0-2Missed

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Groningen enter a northern cup derby with home advantage, a stronger division behind them and a manager who treats this competition as a genuine target. Emmen bring momentum and the freedom of the underdog, with Van Dam determined not to abandon his side’s proactive identity. Groningen’s pressing intensity should create the larger share of pressure, but absences in their squad and the volatility of knockout football leave Emmen a credible route through transitions. Expect a forceful start from the hosts and a contest that becomes more open if Emmen play through the first wave.

Head-to-head analysis

The fixture has recently favoured Groningen: they are unbeaten across the latest sequence of meetings, and their most recent competitive trip to Emmen ended in a clear Groningen victory. The sides also met in pre-season, reinforcing the familiarity between the squads and coaching staffs.

Injuries and absences

Groningen have confirmed absences for Mercera and Metu, while Van der Laan is being rebuilt through Under-21 minutes rather than rushed into this tie. That narrows Lukkien’s options, especially if the match demands defensive reshuffling or late attacking changes.

Form (last 5)