Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Netherlands
Heracles
€15.43m
Telstar
€7.40m
Preview
If you’re searching for the most insightful Heracles vs Telstar prediction, you’ve come to the right place. On December 6, 2025, at 19:00 GMT, Heracles Almelo welcomes SC Telstar to Asito Stadium for a crucial Eredivisie match that promises both drama and goals. With both teams fighting for survival and pride, this fixture is shaping up to be a must-watch for fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike.
Heracles, often simply called Heracles, find themselves in a tense spot this season, sitting 16th in the Eredivisie standings. Their recent upturn in form, however, is impossible to ignore. Under interim boss Hendrie Krüzen, Heracles have strung together three consecutive wins, including a jaw-dropping 8-2 demolition of PEC Zwolle and a gritty 2-1 away victory over Excelsior. This resurgence has given fans hope that the club can steer clear of the relegation zone, especially with a squad valued at €15.43m—more than double that of their opponents.
Telstar, affectionately known as “the White Lions,” are back in the Eredivisie after a 47-year absence. Their journey here was nothing short of remarkable, finishing 7th in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie before storming through the playoffs. Under the guidance of Anthony Correia, Telstar have shown grit, holding Twente to a 0-0 draw away and sharing points in a 1-1 draw with FC Utrecht. Their squad, valued at €7.40m, may lack top-flight experience, but they make up for it with youthful energy and the safe hands (and occasionally, the free-kick skills) of Ronald Koeman Jr. in goal.
Historically, Heracles have dominated this head to head. Their last meeting, in February 2023, ended with Heracles thumping Telstar 7-0—a scoreline that still stings for Telstar fans. However, both teams have changed significantly since then, not least with Heracles undergoing a coaching shake-up and Telstar rebuilding after promotion.
Heracles’ squad depth is notable, with experienced names like Jeff Reine-Adélaïde and Bryan Limbombe leading the charge. The only major injury concern is Thomas Bruns, who’s sidelined with a muscle issue. On the bench, interim boss Krüzen is flanked by a solid coaching staff, while the club awaits the appointment of a new permanent manager.
Telstar’s lineup features a blend of youth and experience, with Koeman Jr. between the sticks and a midfield marshaled by Tyrone Owusu and Dylan Mertens. Their promotion campaign was powered by goals from El Kachati, though he’ll need support to break down a Heracles defense that’s rediscovered its confidence.
Now, let’s get to the heart of the matter: the Heracles vs Telstar prediction. According to the latest betting odds, Heracles are favorites at 2.19 for a home win, with a draw at 3.8 and a Telstar victory at 3.2. Our AI at NerdyTips recommends a 1X bet (Heracles to win or draw), assigning it a high trust level of 8.5/10 and odds of 1.42. This reflects the home side’s improved form and the statistical edge they hold in recent head to head encounters.
Looking deeper into the numbers, our analysis predicts a home win as the most likely outcome in the 1x2 market, with a confidence level of 7.5 and odds of 2.2. The AI also projects a high-scoring affair, with over 2.5 goals a strong pick (confidence 6.5, odds 1.67). The expected final score? A thrilling 3:2 in favor of Heracles, with a 1:1 deadlock anticipated at halftime.
With both teams desperate for points, expect Heracles to leverage their home advantage and squad value, while Telstar will look to frustrate and counter. The betting odds and our Heracles vs Telstar prediction both point to a home win, but with Telstar’s recent resilience, a draw isn’t out of the question. Either way, goals are almost guaranteed—so keep those over 2.5 slips handy.
For fans and sports betting enthusiasts, this is a fixture that combines history, high stakes, and the unpredictability that makes football so beloved. Whether you’re backing the favorites or hoping for another Telstar upset, December 6 promises to deliver.
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1X -238
Heracles to win or draw with odds of -2381 120
Heracles is expected to win with odds of 119Over 2.5 -149
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -175
Both teams are expected to score1X&O1.5 -147
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1:1
3:2
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4
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0
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0
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 Heracles |
24-Feb-23
7:0
| Telstar  |
| Telstar |
16-Sep-22
0:3
| Heracles |
| Heracles |
28-Oct-20
3:0
| Telstar |
| Heracles |
25-Aug-20
4:0
| Telstar |
Recent Matches of Heracles| 13 Dec | L |
PSV.
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4:3
| Heracles.
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| 06 Dec | D |
Heracles.
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1:1
| Telstar.
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| 29 Nov | D |
Sittard.
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1:1
| Heracles.
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| 22 Nov | W |
Heracles.
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4:2
| G.A. Eagles.
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| 08 Nov | W |
Excelsior.
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1:2
| Heracles.
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| 02 Nov | W |
Heracles.
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8:2
| Zwolle.
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| 29 Oct | W |
NAC Breda.
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1:4
| Heracles.
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| 25 Oct | L |
FC Volendam.
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3:0
| Heracles.
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| 19 Oct | L |
Heracles.
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0:7
| Feyenoord.
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| 05 Oct | L |
Twente.
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2:1
| Heracles.
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Recent Matches of Telstar
| 16 Dec |  Hoek. |
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Telstar. | |
| 13 Dec | D | Telstar. |
2:2 |
Nijmegen. |
| 06 Dec | D | Heracles. |
1:1 |
Telstar. |
| 30 Nov | L | Telstar. |
1:2 |
Feyenoord. |
| 23 Nov | D | Telstar. |
1:1 |
Utrecht. |
| 07 Nov | D |  Twente. |
0:0 |
Telstar. |
| 01 Nov | D | Telstar. |
2:2 |
Excelsior. |
| 29 Oct | W |  Lisse. |
0:5 |
Telstar. |
| 25 Oct | L |  S. Rotterdam. |
1:0 |
Telstar. |
| 19 Oct | L | Telstar. |
2:3 |
Heerenveen. |
Netherlands - Eredivisie| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
PSV Eindhoven | 15 | 46-17 | 40 |
| 2 |
Feyenoord | 15 | 41-18 | 34 |
| 3 |
NEC Nijmegen | 15 | 39-25 | 27 |
| 4 |
Ajax | 15 | 28-20 | 26 |
| 5 |
AZ Alkmaar | 15 | 28-24 | 25 |
| 6 |
Groningen | 15 | 21-21 | 23 |
| 7 |
Utrecht | 15 | 26-20 | 22 |
| 8 |
Twente | 15 | 23-20 | 21 |
| 9 |
Sparta Rotterd | 15 | 17-28 | 20 |
| 10 |
GO Ahead Eagle | 15 | 25-26 | 18 |
| 11 |
Fortuna Sittar | 15 | 21-25 | 18 |
| 12 |
Heerenveen | 15 | 23-26 | 17 |
| 13 |
Excelsior | 15 | 14-26 | 16 |
| 14 |
PEC Zwolle | 15 | 19-36 | 16 |
| 15 |
FC Volendam | 15 | 19-27 | 14 |
| 16 |
Heracles | 15 | 23-37 | 14 |
| 17 |
NAC Breda | 15 | 15-24 | 12 |
| 18 |
Telstar | 15 | 17-25 | 11 |
