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Egypt Premier LeagueFC Groningen vs FC Utrecht: kickoff time, lineups and prediction, 9 August
Eredivisie, Round 1
- Adrian Blake 80'
30°C What to know
FC Groningen host FC Utrecht in round 1 of the Eredivisie on Sunday 9 August 2026. Kickoff is at 15:30 Mecca time at Euroborg, Groningen. FC Groningen are #9 in the table and FC Utrecht are #13. The match is on TV in 1 country, on channels including ESPN, Canal+, Watch ESPN, ESPN Extra, Canal+ Netherlands.
- FC Groningen go into this one with 9 players out.
- Too close to call: FC Groningen 36% vs FC Utrecht 39%.
Which channel shows FC Groningen vs FC Utrecht?
Channels showing this match, by country.
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Netherlands
- No channel listed for that country.
Match prediction
Form
The last five matches of each team before this one, most recent at the top.
FC Groningen- No results yet this season.
FC Utrecht- No results yet this season.
Lineups
FC GroningenMatch stats
Who is out: FC Groningen and FC Utrecht
FC Groningen
Ryan MetuUnknown Injury
Tyrique MerceraUnknown Injury
Travis HernesUnknown Injury
Nikolas BrandisUnknown Injury
Elvis van der LaanUnknown Injury
Wouter PrinsUnknown Injury
Stije Resink Cruciate Ligament Injury, until 1 Jan
Malcolm Jeng Achilles tendon rupture, until 1 May
Rijk JanseCruciate Ligament Tear, until 1 Jul
FC Utrecht
Alonzo Engwanda Hamstring Injury
Kevin ParedesKnee Injury
Victor Jensen Knee Injury, until 15 Oct
Stadium: Euroborg
Table: Eredivisie
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  AZ Alkmaar |
7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | +12 | 19 |
| 2 |  Feyenoord |
7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | +18 | 17 |
| 3 |  PSV |
7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | +14 | 16 |
| 4 |  FC Twente |
7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | +8 | 16 |
| 5 |  Ajax |
7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | +12 | 14 |
| 6 |  Fortuna Sittard |
7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 13 |
| 7 |  Excelsior |
7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | +6 | 11 |
| 8 | FC Groningen |
7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | +2 | 11 |
| 9 |  Go Ahead Eagles |
7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | +2 | 10 |
| 10 |  SC Heerenveen |
7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | +2 | 9 |
| 11 |  NEC Nijmegen |
7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 8 |
| 12 |  Sparta Rotterdam |
7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -7 | 5 |
| 13 |  Telstar |
7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -7 | 5 |
| 14 |  SC Cambuur |
7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -9 | 5 |
| 15 | FC Utrecht |
7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -13 | 5 |
| 16 |  PEC Zwolle |
7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | -14 | 4 |
| 17 |  ADO Den Haag |
7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | -10 | 2 |
| 18 |  Willem II |
7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | -14 | 2 |
Questions and answers
What time does FC Groningen vs FC Utrecht kick off?
FC Groningen vs FC Utrecht kicks off on Sunday 9 August 2026 at 15:30 Mecca time (12:30 UTC). This page also shows the time in your own timezone.
Which channel is showing FC Groningen vs FC Utrecht?
The match is on TV in 1 country. Channels include ESPN, Canal+, Watch ESPN, ESPN Extra, Canal+ Netherlands. Search for your country in the list above to see yours.
Where is FC Groningen vs FC Utrecht being played?
At Euroborg in Groningen, which holds 22,525 people.
Who is expected to win, FC Groningen or FC Utrecht?
FC Groningen 36%, draw 26%, FC Utrecht 39%.
How can I watch FC Groningen vs FC Utrecht if it isn't shown in my country?
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