EVV vs Groene Ster - Derde Divisie

The history between EVV and Groene Ster lends this Derde Divisie fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on September 19, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. Catch up with all the action from Chelsea's pre-season clash with AC Milan.

EVV head into the contest positioned 18th in the Derde Divisie standings, while Groene Ster arrive sitting 13th. It has been a torrid run for the hosts, LLLLL in their last five and a season win rate of just 0% that has the alarm bells ringing. Groene Ster are in the midst of a slump, WDDLL over their last five and a paltry win rate of 20% summing up their struggles. Goals could be in short supply or plentiful — EVV average 1.2 per game to Groene Ster's 1.8, and that gap may dictate the rhythm of the contest. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Elsewhere, there was a useful win for Atletico Madrid to end Sevilla's unlikely winning run.

Wing play is likely to be central to the contest. EVV will look to stretch the pitch and isolate their wide attackers, while Groene Ster must find a way to compress the space and choke the supply lines. The Germany club were said to be looking for an out-and-out striker to allow Harry Kane to play a deeper role, and made an approach for Sesko in 2024.

In fixtures as finely poised as this one, it often comes down to who holds their nerve in the big moments — and both camps have players who relish that responsibility. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. However, McInnes is relaxed about the situation and said: "When you have a player like Lawrence, who knows his way around the penalty box and how to score goals, I do not worry too much about it.

With the sides closely matched, the outcome may well hinge on which team takes its chances on the day. The numbers tilt towards Groene Ster, and a 1-2 away win looks the more probable outcome. The result at the home ground could resonate well beyond matchday in the Derde Divisie picture. Joe Gomez is expected to miss the start of Liverpool's Premier League campaign through injury - but it is not likely to impact the Reds' transfer plans.