Roda hosts De Graafschap in the first round of the KNVB Beker on 27 October 2026 at 22:00. The hosts enter as heavy favorites after a 3–2 away win against Almere City four days ago, while De Graafschap drew 1–1 at home to Valwijk on Friday, conceding a late equalizer in the 83rd minute.
Form and H2H
Roda has won three of their last five league matches and sits atop the First Division with the division's strongest defense, conceding just 11 goals in 12 games. De Graafschap won twice in the same span but remain fragile at the back, having shipped 26 goals—more than double Roda's tally. Both teams have scored 15 goals each, but Roda's defensive discipline gives them a decisive edge. De Graafschap's attacking players, including Björn van Zeylen and Fedde de Jong, create chances on the break, yet poor finishing cost them against Valwijk and will prove costly again on Roda's compact home pitch.
Best bet
Back Roda to win. The hosts' defensive superiority and recent form make them clear favorites. Roda has conceded 15 fewer goals than De Graafschap this season and rarely surrender control at home. De Graafschap's leaky defense cannot withstand Roda's methodical approach. At 1xBet, a home win pays 2.08.
Odds to watch
Over 2.5 goals looks unlikely given De Graafschap's poor conversion rate and Roda's defensive solidity. The visitors average just 1.25 goals per game and managed only one shot on target in three of their last five outings. Roda, meanwhile, score at the same rate as De Graafschap despite their superior league position. At 1Win, the draw is available at 3.45, offering value if you expect Roda to control without breaking through.
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