Get ready for an epic encounter in the Netherlands Eredivisie as Waalwijk faces Willem II on 05.05.2026. This match is one of the season's most anticipated, with both Waalwijk and Willem II bringing strong lineups. Our analysis breaks down strengths, weaknesses, and performance trends of Waalwijk and Willem II. Whether you're betting on Waalwijk or Willem II, our strategic tips and expert predictions will help you navigate this exciting matchup in the Netherlands Eredivisie.
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Waalwijk vs Willem II Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eerste Divisie | Willem II | Waalwijk | 08.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eerste Divisie | Waalwijk | Willem II | 17.10.2025 | 2-3 |
| Eredivisie | Waalwijk | Willem II | 26.01.2025 | 2-0 |
| Eredivisie | Willem II | Waalwijk | 15.09.2024 | 3-0 |
| Eredivisie | Willem II | Waalwijk | 06.02.2022 | 3-1 |
| KNVB Beker | Waalwijk | Willem II | 28.10.2021 | 3-0 |
| Eredivisie | Waalwijk | Willem II | 21.09.2021 | 1-2 |
| Eredivisie | Willem II | Waalwijk | 23.04.2021 | 1-0 |
| Eredivisie | Waalwijk | Willem II | 17.01.2021 | 1-1 |
| Eredivisie | Willem II | Waalwijk | 26.10.2019 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eredivisie | Waalwijk | Roda | 01.05.2026 | 1-1 |
| Eredivisie | Roda | Waalwijk | 28.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Eerste Divisie | Waalwijk | Jong PSV U21 | 24.04.2026 | 4-1 |
| Eerste Divisie | ADO Den Haag | Waalwijk | 17.04.2026 | 5-1 |
| Eerste Divisie | Waalwijk | Emmen | 10.04.2026 | 5-0 |
| Eerste Divisie | Helmond Sport | Waalwijk | 06.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Eerste Divisie | MVV | Waalwijk | 03.04.2026 | 1-3 |
| Eerste Divisie | Waalwijk | Den Bosch | 21.03.2026 | 2-3 |
| Eerste Divisie | Almere City FC | Waalwijk | 17.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Eerste Divisie | Waalwijk | Jong AZ | 13.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eerste Divisie | Dordrecht | Willem II | 24.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Eerste Divisie | Willem II | Jong AZ | 17.04.2026 | 3-0 |
| Eerste Divisie | Willem II | Almere City FC | 12.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eerste Divisie | Roda | Willem II | 06.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Eerste Divisie | Willem II | Jong PSV U21 | 03.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Eerste Divisie | Willem II | De Graafschap | 28.03.2026 | 0-2 |
| Eerste Divisie | MVV | Willem II | 22.03.2026 | 0-5 |
| Eerste Divisie | FC OSS | Willem II | 13.03.2026 | 1-3 |
| Eerste Divisie | Willem II | Den Bosch | 08.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| Eerste Divisie | Emmen | Willem II | 27.02.2026 | 0-3 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Waalwijk VS Willem II
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Waalwijk vs Willem II
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Betting Intelligence: Waalwijk vs Willem II
Two clubs from the same province of Noord-Brabant, separated by just a handful of kilometres, going head-to-head in the Eredivisie. This isn't just a football match. It's a local derby with real pride on the line.
Waalwijk host Willem II, and the timing couldn't be more dramatic. Both clubs have fought their way back to the top flight, and now they meet knowing exactly what bragging rights mean in this part of the Netherlands.
Here's what you need to watch for. The head-to-head record tells a fascinating story. Willem II have historically dominated this fixture away from home, winning 3-0 at Waalwijk as recently as September 2024. But Waalwijk hit back hard, winning 2-0 at home in January 2025. Home advantage genuinely matters here.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Waalwijk being outsiders. Their recent Eredivisie results show back-to-back 1-1 draws against Roda, and before that, they were absolutely flying in the Eerste Divisie — smashing Emmen 5-0 and Jong PSV 4-1. That's a team capable of serious firepower when the mood takes them.
Willem II arrive in solid shape themselves. Five wins from their last seven Eerste Divisie outings, including a stunning 5-0 away demolition at MVV, suggest a team brimming with confidence. But they've looked vulnerable in patches — losing to ADO Den Haag and De Graafschap when momentum dipped.
The injury situation is worth noting closely. Waalwijk are missing Kuijpers and Van de Loo through knee injuries, with Al Mazyani and Zorgdrager both doubts. That's significant squad depth lost. Willem II are without Lachkar and Schuurman, but their absences feel less disruptive based on the recent results pattern.
Here's the surprising statistical insight casual fans are missing. In the last six head-to-head meetings, four games have seen the away side win. That's a remarkable pattern, and it quietly supports Willem II's chances here despite Waalwijk's home ground advantage.
From a betting perspective, the odds feel genuinely tight — Waalwijk at 2.46 and Willem II at 2.60 essentially calling this a coin flip. I'd look at Willem II at that price as solid value given their form and the historical away trend. The goals market also appeals. Both sides have been scoring freely, and under this kind of derby pressure, goals tend to flow. Both teams to score looks well worth your attention.
My bold prediction? Willem II nick it 2-1, with the opener arriving before half-time as Waalwijk's depleted squad starts to feel the pressure of missing key men.
Saturday can't come soon enough. Two proud clubs, one city's bragging rights, and a head-to-head record that genuinely could go either way. This is exactly why we love football.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Ihattaren | Netherlands | 24 | Midfielder | 183 | 77 |
| R. van Eijma | Curaçao | 27 | Defender | 186 | 78 |
| M. Spenkelink | Netherlands | 29 | Goalkeeper | 196 cm | 86 kg |
| D. van Kaam | Netherlands | 25 | Attacker | 175 | 71 |
| Juan Carlos Familia-Castillo | Netherlands | 26 | Defender | 175 | 56 |
| Marcel Schaapman | Netherlands | 23 | Midfielder | 194 cm | 81 kg |
| D. Cleonise | Netherlands | 24 | Attacker | 179 cm | 69 kg |
| L. Wouters | Netherlands | 26 | Defender | 190 cm | 78 kg |
| R. Kuijpers | Netherlands | 26 | Midfielder | 175 cm | 66 kg |
| L. Postma | Netherlands | 23 | Defender | 181 cm | 73 kg |
| L. Vogels | Netherlands | 22 | Goalkeeper | 191 cm | 78 kg |
| J. Uneken | Netherlands | 21 | Attacker | 177 cm | 61 kg |
| N. Held | Curaçao | 20 | Defender | 178 cm | 60 kg |
| M. Witteveen | Netherlands | 22 | Midfielder | 174 cm | 62 kg |
| H. Kuster | Netherlands | 20 | Midfielder | 161 cm | n/a |
| J. Altena | Netherlands | 22 | Defender | 169 cm | n/a |
| Owen Panneflek | Netherlands | 19 | Attacker | 177 | n/a |
| Xander Mulder | Netherlands | 21 | Goalkeeper | 188 cm | n/a |
| Bjarn Zorgdrager | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| T. van der Leij | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T. Didillon | France | 30 | Goalkeeper | 193 cm | 80 kg |
| R. Behounek | Austria | 29 | Defender | 187 cm | 80 kg |
| J. Hoogma | Netherlands | 27 | Defender | 190 cm | 81 kg |
| A. Ciranni | Belgium | 29 | Defender | 172 cm | 66 kg |
| N. Doodeman | Netherlands | 29 | Midfielder | 173 cm | 62 kg |
| M. El Allouchi | Morocco | 31 | Midfielder | 172 cm | 72 kg |
| J. Bosch | Netherlands | 26 | Midfielder | 176 | 76 |
| N. Tjoe-A-On | Netherlands | 24 | Defender | 182 cm | 78 kg |
| E. Kehrer | Germany | 24 | Attacker | 177 cm | 67 kg |
| S. Bamba | Germany | 22 | Midfielder | 179 | 70 |
| D. Haen | Netherlands | 21 | Attacker | 183 cm | 65 kg |
| F. Stam | Netherlands | 23 | Defender | 188 cm | 82 kg |
| G. Besselink | Netherlands | 21 | Midfielder | 180 | 69 |
| A. Culum | Sweden | 22 | Attacker | 175 cm | n/a |
| Jens Mathijsen | Netherlands | 18 | Defender | 183 cm | 65 kg |
| Uriel van Aalst | Netherlands | 19 | Midfielder | 170 cm | 73 kg |
| K. de Leeuw | Netherlands | 22 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Haris Odobasic | Liechtenstein | 29 | Goalkeeper | 187 cm | n/a |
| Tom Majerus | Luxembourg | 33 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Kevin Ferreira | Liechtenstein | 27 | Attacker | 176 cm | n/a |
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