Match preview: home edge at Parkstad Limburg Stadion
The Eerste Divisie returns with a mid-January clash at the Parkstad Limburg Stadion where Roda JC Kerkrade welcome VVV-Venlo on 11/01/2026. The setting promises a lively atmosphere: Roda sit fourth in the table after 21 games and head into this Round 22 fixture buoyed by a useful return of form at home. With the referee Richard Martens appointed and a near-20,000 capacity at Roda’s ground, this is the kind of fixture where home advantage can tilt the balance — something the bookmakers have noticed, pricing a Roda win at 1.85 and implying just over a 54% chance.
Roda’s recent results are mixed but encouraging on the attacking front. They managed wins over Jong FC Utrecht and De Graafschap, and despite a loss to Jong AZ, have scored 36 goals in the campaign so far. Their home goal split (18 scored, 14 conceded) shows a team that can both create and be breached, a profile that often produces entertaining matches at Kerkrade. The previous Roda match highlighted Lucas Beerten’s influence as the best-rated performer in the win over Jong FC Utrecht — a reminder Roda can step up when it matters.
VVV-Venlo arrive in Kerkrade off a streak of fluctuating form: five wins and five defeats in their last ten games. They sit eighth with 30 points, not far adrift but with a record that lacks draws and therefore swings wildly from result to result. VVV have been more attack-oriented in their statistical footprint — higher averages for total shots and dangerous attacks — and came through a convincing 3-1 win over FC Dordrecht in their last outing where Dean Zandbergen earned a standout rating. That attacking threat means VVV are never safe to discount, even away from home.
Tactical expectation and key trends
Expect an open-first half as both teams have tendencies to push forward: Roda’s matches show a strong over-2.5 trend (over25Perc 61.9%) and VVV have similar numbers (57.14%). Clean sheets are not guaranteed — both teams have five-plus clean sheets but also a steady goals-against figure. Historically, the sides met earlier in the season with VVV winning 3-1 at home, yet context has shifted; Roda are stronger at Kerkrade and the market reflects that.
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Betting suggestion
Based on league position, home form, recent results and the bookmaker pricing, the clear single-market pick here is a 1X2 selection: back Roda JC Kerkrade to win. The home side’s edge in points, their goal return at Parkstad Limburg Stadion and the 1.85 quote represent the best value between the 1X2 and goals markets for this fixture. Play a sensible stake and keep discipline — Roda to win at 1.85.
