Predictions for the 14th round of the Eredivisie, November 28-30
Zwolle – Heerenveen
We continue to follow the Eredivisie and keep you updated on what's happening in this championship. It's the fourteenth round, and the match is Zwolle against Heerenveen. The hosts are terrible on their home turf, having collected only seven points in six matches with four goals scored, making them the least productive home team in the championship. Heerenveen, on the other hand, is not as bad as it might seem at first glance. The team is aiming for the top-8 and could secure this position after the match against Zwolle. Their away performance is average, not standing out. However, it seems we are in for a high-scoring game, as both clubs will do everything to secure three points.
Prediction for Zwolle vs Heerenveen: Total Over 2.5 Goals
Excelsior – Breda
Excelsior pulled off a sensation. The team defeated Ajax away and climbed to the 14th position. One of the most unexpected results at the start of the season. But can the team extend their success? Their opponents are NAC Breda, who are dropping lower and lower in the table. Breda shows character away but often struggles with finishing, especially against defensive teams. There is no clear favorite in this match, and there is potential for a cautious, waiting game with minimal chances.
Prediction for Excelsior vs Breda: Total Under 3 Goals
Fortuna Sittard – Heracles
At home, Fortuna plays tough: pressing, battling, fast flanks, dangerous set-pieces. It's no surprise that the team is among the leaders in home match performance. Heracles arrives with the desire to take points and try to use rare counterattacks, but there are many questions about their defense. If the hosts quickly find their rhythm and force an open game, they will comfortably secure their three points. It seems likely, as Heracles struggles with away matches despite their current streak of four wins.
Prediction for Fortuna Sittard vs Heracles: Home Win
NEC Nijmegen – Sparta Rotterdam
NEC plays calmly and disciplined at home: reliable defense and the second-best home scoring record among all clubs. Sparta, as an away team, is pragmatic and not prone to excessive risk, but they can be sharp. In terms of away performance, Sparta is fourth in the table, having collected nine points in six away matches. It seems we are in for a very tight and exciting game, where both teams are capable of winning. However, the focus should be on Nijmegen's scoring ability, so we place a bet on this market.
Prediction for NEC Nijmegen vs Sparta Rotterdam: NEC Individual Total Over 1.5
PSV – Volendam
PSV is the main favorite for the championship after Feyenoord's setbacks. Despite injury challenges, the team still boasts a very deep bench that delivers results. Whether playing at home or away, PSV will be favorites in every match. Especially in the match against Volendam, which has only gained two points in six away matches this season. Yes, the team might not have the worst overall stats, but they clearly struggle on the road.
Prediction for PSV vs Volendam: Home win with a handicap (-2)
Telstar vs Feyenoord
Telstar is the worst home team in the league, with only six points in seven matches, 15 goals conceded, disorganized play, and a lack of results. When Feyenoord comes to visit, they need to show their best in front of their home crowd, but Telstar struggles with this. Yes, it's not all rosy for Feyenoord either, as the team has lost two consecutive matches in the league and missed the chance to fight for the top spot in the upcoming rounds. So, the visitors need to quickly close the gap, get back to winning ways, and not let their main rival pull too far ahead.
Prediction for Telstar vs Feyenoord: Away win with a handicap (-1)
Go Ahead Eagles vs Utrecht
Go Ahead Eagles is a team with character, but character rarely brings results. Currently, the "Eagles" are in 12th place in the table with 16 points after thirteen rounds. Utrecht, on the other hand, is striving for fourth place, just one point away from this coveted position, but achieving it will be quite challenging. This game could be one of the most exciting of the round. The hosts will try to physically break down their opponent, engage in tackles, and perhaps play a bit dirty, while the visitors are no pushovers and need the three points.
Prediction for Go Ahead Eagles vs Utrecht: Both teams to score
Twente vs AZ Alkmaar
Unexpectedly for themselves, AZ Alkmaar is fighting for the second spot. They are only four points behind Feyenoord. Considering the recent events in the Dutch championship, it seems AZ could climb to second place. But first, they need to win away against Twente, which won't be easy. Although Twente is not that strong at home, the level of responsibility, pressure, and the mere thought of closing in on the leader already creates a lot of nerves. However, AZ is stronger than their opponent, so it will be difficult to see the visitors losing.
Prediction for Twente vs AZ Alkmaar: Visitors will not lose
Ajax vs Groningen
Ajax still cannot find a head coach, and this is turning into a full-blown crisis. The team hasn't won in five consecutive matches, and the losing streakreached four consecutive meetings. Moreover, the defeats in the championship have deprived Ajax of a spot in the top-4. In the Champions League, the team has long lost its chances for a European spring. It seems that until the issue with the head coach is resolved, Ajax will continue to lose. Now they are set to play against Groningen, who also haven't won in four matches in a row but have caught up with the Amsterdam team on points. Bookmakers consider Ajax the favorite, but it seems that a confident victory for the hosts should not be expected, given all their problems.
