Den Haag vs Almere City Prediction & Betting Tips (19 September)

ADO Den Haag welcomes Almere City to the WerkTalent Stadion on September 19 in what promises to be a compelling clash in the Eerste Divisie. Den Haag enters the fixture riding a wave of momentum, unbeaten in their last four league matches and sitting third in the table with 10 points from four games. Under the guidance of head coach Darije Kalezić, the team has found a potent attacking rhythm, netting 10 goals while conceding just four. Veteran forward Alex Schalk continues to lead by example, while midfielders Jari Vlak and Finn de Bruin have been instrumental in controlling tempo and transitions.

Almere City, meanwhile, finds itself in a more precarious position. With only one win from their opening four matches, they sit 18th in the standings and have struggled to maintain consistency. Coach Jeroen Rijsdijk has had to contend with defensive lapses, as the team has conceded eight goals already. Despite this, there are sparks of promise—particularly from striker Ferdy Druijf, who has been a bright spot in an otherwise turbulent start. The recent 2-4 defeat to Jong PSV exposed vulnerabilities, but also highlighted Almere’s ability to create chances against high-tempo sides.

Historically, Den Haag has held the upper hand in this matchup, winning four of the last seven encounters. Their most recent meeting ended in a 2-1 victory for Den Haag, a scoreline that feels eerily prescient given current form and squad dynamics. Almere’s away record has been patchy, and with Den Haag boasting a strong home presence, the odds tilt in favor of the hosts. The WerkTalent Stadion has become a fortress of sorts, with the home side scoring freely and defending with discipline.

Expect a tightly contested affair, but one where Den Haag’s cohesion and attacking depth ultimately prove decisive. Almere City may find the net through a moment of individual brilliance—perhaps from Druijf or Kadile—but Den Haag’s structured build-up play and set-piece threat should deliver two goals and all three points. A 2-1 scoreline reflects both teams’ current trajectories and the competitive edge this fixture traditionally carries.