Groningen vs. FC Utrecht

Groningen got a win in the opening game of the Netherlands Eredivisie season, 2-1 over Cambuur. Last season, they were sixth in the standings while focusing on defense first, scoring 40 goals in 34 matches while allowing 37. That defense is outstanding at home where 25 of their last 33 games have sailed UNDER 2.5 goals. FC Utrecht shutout Sparta Rotterdam to open the new campaign. Last year, they were just ahead of Groningen in the standings while allowing 41 goals in 34 matches. Both teams will bring strong defensive play to this one as seven of the last eight meetings have gone UNDER 2.5 goals with scores of 1-0, 0-0, 1-0, 1-0, 0-0, 1-1, and 1-1. Play this one to go UNDER the total.