Heracles vs Utrecht prediction and betting tips on February 4, 2025

Game Prediction

On February 4, 2025, Heracles will host Utrecht in the quarterfinals of the KNVB Cup. Although the visitors are positioned much higher in the league, they will be aiming to continue their progress in another competition.
Our prediction for the Heracles vs Utrecht match:
Last season, Heracles earned just 33 points over 34 matches, which was enough to secure their place in the Eredivisie, finishing 14th. Utrecht, on the other hand, accumulated 50 points, finishing 7th, and earned the right to compete in the European playoffs, but they were eliminated by their first opponent.
Currently, under the guidance of Ron Jans, Heracles are performing much more convincingly. They are currently in third place, ahead of Feyenoord, and only behind PSV and Ajax. However, their form has been inconsistent lately, with a 3-3 draw against Zwolle marking their third consecutive draw. Utrecht, managed by Van de Looi, also started the year on a less than perfect note but have begun 2025 with an unbeaten streak, drawing 1-1 away to NAC Breda.
In the cup, Heracles have secured "clean sheet" victories over three opponents, including NEC at home and De Graafschap away. Utrecht also progressed by defeating three relatively modest teams—Lisse, AFC, and Volendam.
Key Statistics and Trends:
- Heracles: Are unbeaten in their last 6 matches.
- On average, Heracles scores 1.14 goals and concedes 1.76 goals per match.
- Utrecht: Has lost only one match out of their last 10.
Possible Lineups:
Heracles (possible lineup): De Keizer – Rots, Mesik, Mirani, Wichhoff – Scheperman, Jamburek, Engels, Bruins, Podgoryanu – Hornkamp
Utrecht (possible lineup): Barkas – El-Karouani, Virghever, Van der Horn, Horemans – Aaronson, Iqbal, Katlin, Thornstra, Jonathans – Haller
Head-to-Head:
Utrecht had won three consecutive matches against Heracles, but at the end of January, they were held to a 1-1 draw away.
Prediction:
While Utrecht are considered the favorites in this match, Heracles has shown good form recently, and they will put up a strong fight. We recommend betting on the total goals over 2.5 (odds – 1.69).
Keep an eye on the KNVB Cup standings and your team’s form before placing your bet on the upcoming match.
