Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Netherlands
Twente
€57.45m
Zwolle
€20.85m
Preview
The Eredivisie returns after the winter break with a match that’s got plenty of layers for fans and punters alike: Twente vs Zwolle prediction is the talk of the town as these two sides meet at De Grolsch Veste on January 10, 2026, with kickoff at 17:45 GMT. If you’re searching for head to head stats, tactical insights, and the latest sports betting odds — plus a bit of light-hearted analysis — you’re in the right place.
Twente, sitting comfortably in 6th place with 25 points, have shown a solid blend of grit and style this season. Under Joseph Oosting, their approach has been to squeeze the middle of the pitch, forcing opponents to play out wide. With full-backs who love to get involved in midfield, Twente’s passing moves can be a joy to watch — when they’re not missing half their squad, that is.
Injuries are a headache for the home side. Mathias Kjølø, Max Bruns, Daouda Weidmann, Naci Ünüvar, and Taylor Booth are all out, mostly with muscle injuries. Mees Hilgers is sidelined with a ligament problem, and Ramiz Zerrouki is off on international duty. Still, Twente’s recent results show resilience: a 1-1 draw away at Feyenoord (where few gave them a chance) and a wild 6-3 cup win over Spakenburg suggest they’re not lacking in spirit or goals.
PEC Zwolle, meanwhile, are 14th with 19 points and have had a bumpy ride. Their away form is especially worrying: just one win in nine. Henry van der Vegt’s men are missing defender Damian van der Haar, goalkeeper Jasper Schendelaar, and midfielder Odysseus Velanas to injury. But they do have Koen Kostons, who’s bagged 8 league goals, and Thijs Oosting, who’s chipped in during the cup.
There’s an interesting subplot here: when these sides met in August, Zwolle won 1-0 thanks to a goal from Thijs Oosting — son of Twente boss Joseph Oosting. Talk about awkward family dinners! After that match, both Oosting and captain Robin Pröpper admitted Twente started poorly and lacked their usual organization.
Zwolle have added a familiar face in Younes Namli, who returns for a third spell just in time for this fixture. But with a squad valued at €20.85m versus Twente’s €57.45m, the visitors are up against it — at least on paper.
Turning to the numbers, the bookmakers have made their feelings clear: Twente are heavy favorites at 1.33 for the win, with a draw at 6.0 and a Zwolle upset at a distant 9.5. The 1x2 prediction from our AI also leans strongly towards a home win, with a calculated trust level of 4.4 out of 10 and odds set at 1.33. It’s not exactly a bold call, but sometimes the obvious pick is the right one — especially with Twente’s dominance at home.
For those who like to dig into sports betting stats, the over 2.5 goals market looks interesting. NerdyTips’ AI rates this as the most profitable bet, with a trust rating of 5.5/10 and odds at 1.48. The expected final score? A confident 3:0 for Twente, with a 1:0 lead at half-time. The AI expects the home side to boss possession (67%), fire off 25 shots (eight on target), and rack up five corners. Zwolle, meanwhile, are tipped for just six shots and two on target.
In terms of discipline, both teams are expected to keep things relatively clean, with just one yellow card apiece predicted. If you’re into head to head records, their last meeting in September ended 1-1, but the gulf in squad value and recent form suggests a repeat is unlikely.
To sum up this Twente vs Zwolle prediction: all signs point to a comfortable home win, with plenty of goalmouth action and a chance for Twente to show their attacking flair. For sports betting fans, the over 2.5 goals market looks like the smart play, and the 1x2 odds reflect the hosts’ superiority. But as always, football has a habit of springing surprises — just ask the Oosting family.
Whether you’re a fan, a stats geek, or just looking for the best Twente vs Zwolle prediction, this one promises goals, drama, and maybe a little family tension on the touchline. Enjoy the match — and good luck with your bets!
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3:0
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4
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 Zwolle |
10-Aug-25
1:0
| Twente  |
| Zwolle |
13-Apr-25
1:1
| Twente |
| Twente |
14-Sep-24
1:1
| Zwolle |
| Zwolle |
19-May-24
1:2
| Twente |
| Twente |
20-Aug-23
3:1
| Zwolle |
| Twente |
19-Mar-22
1:0
| Zwolle |
| Zwolle |
18-Dec-21
1:3
| Twente |
| Zwolle |
10-Apr-21
1:0
| Twente |
| Twente |
31-Oct-20
5:1
| Zwolle |
Recent Matches of Twente| 18 Jan |
Heracles.
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| Twente.
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| 13 Jan | W |
Utrecht.
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1:2
| Twente.
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| 10 Jan | D |
Twente.
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1:1
| Zwolle.
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| 21 Dec | D |
Feyenoord.
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1:1
| Twente.
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| 18 Dec | W |
Spakenburg.
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3:6
| Twente.
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| 14 Dec | W |
Twente.
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2:0
| G.A. Eagles.
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| 07 Dec | D |
Utrecht.
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1:1
| Twente.
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| 30 Nov | W |
Twente.
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1:0
| AZ Alkmaar.
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| 22 Nov | D |
FC Volendam.
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1:1
| Twente.
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| 07 Nov | D |
Twente.
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0:0
| Telstar.
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Recent Matches of Zwolle
| 17 Jan | Zwolle. |
- |
AZ Alkmaar. | |
| 10 Jan | D | Twente. |
1:1 |
Zwolle. |
| 20 Dec | L |  Excelsior. |
2:1 |
Zwolle. |
| 13 Dec | W | Zwolle. |
1:0 |
Sittard. |
| 06 Dec | L |  Feyenoord. |
6:1 |
Zwolle. |
| 03 Dec | L | Zwolle. |
1:3 |
AZ Alkmaar. |
| 28 Nov | W | Zwolle. |
2:1 |
Heerenveen. |
| 23 Nov | D |  Groningen. |
2:2 |
Zwolle. |
| 08 Nov | W | Zwolle. |
1:0 |
S. Rotterdam. |
| 02 Nov | L |  Heracles. |
8:2 |
Zwolle. |
Netherlands - Eredivisie| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
PSV Eindhoven | 18 | 57-22 | 49 |
| 2 |
Feyenoord | 18 | 44-23 | 36 |
| 3 |
Ajax | 18 | 35-24 | 33 |
| 4 |
NEC Nijmegen | 17 | 43-29 | 29 |
| 5 |
AZ Alkmaar | 17 | 32-28 | 28 |
| 6 |
Groningen | 18 | 25-22 | 28 |
| 7 |
Twente | 18 | 27-22 | 26 |
| 8 |
Sparta Rotterd | 18 | 20-31 | 26 |
| 9 |
Heerenveen | 18 | 31-28 | 24 |
| 10 |
Utrecht | 17 | 28-23 | 23 |
| 11 |
Fortuna Sittar | 18 | 27-31 | 22 |
| 12 |
GO Ahead Eagle | 18 | 28-31 | 20 |
| 13 |
PEC Zwolle | 18 | 22-39 | 20 |
| 14 |
Excelsior | 17 | 17-32 | 19 |
| 15 |
Telstar | 18 | 22-30 | 15 |
| 16 |
NAC Breda | 18 | 16-26 | 14 |
| 17 |
FC Volendam | 18 | 19-32 | 14 |
| 18 |
Heracles | 18 | 26-46 | 14 |
