Utrecht 1-1 PEC Zwolle: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Utrecht return to Galgenwaard with momentum after two strong league results and a clearer attacking structure under Anthony Correia. PEC Zwolle travel with renewed belief after their derby win, but that result followed a difficult run and came amid managerial upheaval. Utrecht’s moving front line, particularly the Vesterlund-led right flank, is the defining match-up against a PEC side missing defensive depth. Namli’s return to the squad gives the visitors an extra creative option from the bench or in a managed role.

Head-to-head analysis

Utrecht have generally had the better home results in this fixture, including several emphatic wins, but the last meeting at Galgenwaard ended level. The series has also produced enough high-scoring encounters to discourage a passive approach from either defence.

Injuries and absences

Utrecht remain without Engwanda, Jensen, Jonathans, Ohio and Paredes, limiting depth through midfield and the forward line; Stepanov may offer only a managed substitute option. PEC are without Floranus and Krastev, while Namli’s return to the squad is a meaningful creative boost but not a guarantee of a full match.

Form (last 5)

Utrecht vs PEC Zwolle stats

Last meetings

• 2026-02-22Utrecht 1-1 PEC Zwolle
• 2025-08-31PEC Zwolle 0-2 Utrecht
• 2025-02-01PEC Zwolle 3-3 Utrecht
• 2024-08-11Utrecht 1-0 PEC Zwolle
• 2024-04-03Utrecht 5-1 PEC Zwolle
• 2023-08-27PEC Zwolle 1-0 Utrecht

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