Sofascore Prediction
Almere City is favored to win this match, with a high probability of a game with over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring.
Here is a summary of the key information, analysis, and market predictions for the match.
| Aspect | Analysis & Prediction |
|---|---|
| Consensus Prediction | Almere City to Win. A popular correct score prediction is 1-3. |
| Team Form & Context | Almere City (5th): Strong form (4 wins in last 6 league games), much higher in table with +12 goal difference. MVV Maastricht (18th): Struggling (50% loss rate), league’s lowest scorers (29 goals), defensively vulnerable. |
| Key Statistical Insights | • Goals: Almere scores 2.15 per game vs. MVV’s 1.2. • Shots: Almere averages 17.33 per game vs. MVV’s 11. • Trends: Almere has scored in 12 straight games. MVV has conceded in last 6. 75% of Almere’s games have over 2.5 goals. |
| Popular Betting Markets | • Match Result: Almere City to Win. • Total Goals: Over 2.5 Goals (high confidence). • Both Teams to Score: Yes (likely). |
Odds Comparison
For the Eerste Divisie match on February 2, 2026, Almere City FC enters as the clear favorite against MVV Maastricht. Market odds strongly favor the away side, giving Almere City approximately a 60–64% implied probability of winning.
The following table compares the current 1X2 market odds across major sportsbooks:
| Sportsbook | MVV Maastricht (Home) | Draw | Almere City (Away) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betfair Exchange | 2.0 | — | 1.58 |
| Flashscore | 4.10 | 4.10 | 1.65 |
| SportyTrader | 4.30 | 4.30 | 1.57 |
| FanDuel | +360 | +165 | -105 |
| ISFA | 35% | 30% | 35% |
Key Insights
- Recent Form: Almere City has been in dominant form, winning 4 of their last 5 matches with a scoring average of 2.8 goals per game. In contrast, MVV Maastricht has struggled, recently suffering a heavy 0-5 loss to FC Eindhoven on January 30, 2026.
- Head-to-Head: The last meeting this season on November 7, 2025, resulted in a decisive 4-0 victory for Almere City.
- League Standings: Almere City currently holds 5th position in the Eerste Divisie, while MVV Maastricht sits in 17th place.
- Betting Trends: Markets heavily favor Over 2.5 goals given Almere’s recent high-scoring games and MVV’s defensive vulnerabilities.Â
Injuries Report
For the match on February 2, 2026, Almere City is missing midfielder Bas Huisman due to an ankle injury. MVV Maastricht may be without goalkeeper Tom Poitoux, who has been recovering from an Achilles tendon rupture.
Injury Report: MVV Maastricht vs. Almere City
| Team | Player | Position | Injury Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almere City | Bas Huisman | Midfielder | Ankle | Out |
| MVV Maastricht | Tom Poitoux | Goalkeeper | Achilles Tendon | Doubtful |
Key Team News
- Almere City: Despite the absence of Huisman, the team enters the match in strong form, having won four of their last five matches. They currently sit 5th in the Eerste Divisie.
- MVV Maastricht: The home side is looking to bounce back from a difficult run, currently ranking 17th in the league. While some sources indicate no major recent injuries to their starting field players, Tom Poitoux remains a significant long-term concern in goal.
- Match Details: The game is scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 19:00 UTC at the De Geusselt stadium in Maastricht.