Telstar vs Nijmegen Prediction 13 December 2025
The upcoming clash between Telstar and NEC Nijmegen promises to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams sit at opposite ends of the league table, which adds a unique layer of intrigue to the match. Telstar are fighting for survival, currently positioned in 18th place, while their visitors hold third place. The form of the teams also differs significantly: the hosts haven't secured a win in their last five outings, whereas NEC are on a roll with four consecutive victories. An open game is expected, with the visitors likely to emphasize their attacking prowess.
Head-to-Head
The rivals have faced each other ten times. Telstar have only managed two wins and two draws.
Head-to-head statistics Telstar - Nijmegen
Telstar Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the Eredivisie tournament (Heracles Almelo hosted, Telstar were the visitors). The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Telstar vs Heracles Almelo):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corners: 6 vs 6;
- fouls: 12 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 6.
Telstar are currently sitting 18th in the standings and are experiencing a challenging period. Over their last five matches, they have failed to secure a single victory, highlighting their poor form. Out of these games, two ended in defeats and three in draws, underscoring the team's inconsistency. They average just 1.13 goals per game while conceding around 1.67 goals. The hosts' playing style is defense-oriented with attempts to counterattack, but their finishing leaves much to be desired.
Match Results: Telstar
NEC Nijmegen Team Overview
The visitors' last official match took place on in the Eredivisie (Volendam were the hosts, while NEC Nijmegen were the visitors). The match concluded with a 2-3 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (NEC Nijmegen vs Volendam):
- possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 4;
- fouls: 17 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 5.
NEC Nijmegen are turning heads with their impressive form, boasting four consecutive wins and just one loss, positioning them as serious contenders for the upper echelons of the league. They showcase a confident attacking game, averaging 2.6 goals per match, capitalizing on their chances thanks to the excellent work of their forward line. Their last head-to-head ended in a 1-1 draw back in April 2021; today, the team is determined to improve on that result.
Match Results: NEC Nijmegen
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Telstar
The hosts are heading into this match in excellent form. All players are ready to take the field, except for Kosval, whose participation in the match is doubtful.
NEC Nijmegen
NEC are facing more significant challenges. In the upcoming match, they will definitely be without seven players. Additionally, the participation of Fonville and Sandler remains uncertain.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 10;
- First-half wins at home - 1; away wins - 3; draws - 1;
- Average first-half total: 1.6;
- Today's hosts average 0.5 goals, visitors average 1.1.
First-Half Statistics: Telstar (home) vs NEC Nijmegen (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- Wins: 3 (37.5%) vs 1 (12.5%);
- Losses: 3 (37.5%) vs 4 (50%);
- Draws: 2 (25%) vs 3 (37.5%);
- Average goals scored: 1.88 vs 1.63;
- Average goals conceded: 0.88 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 3 vs 4;
- Losses: 4 vs 2;
- Draws: 3 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.6 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.8) vs 1.6 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.6).
- NEC Nijmegen have conceded in the first half in 9 of their last 10 away matches.
- NEC Nijmegen have conceded in the first half in 8 of their last 9 Eredivisie away matches.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Number of encounters - 10;
- Home wins - 2, Away wins - 6, Draws - 2.
Statistics: Telstar vs NEC Nijmegen
- Matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- Wins: 2 vs 8;
- Win percentage: 13% vs 53%;
- Losses: 8 vs 4;
- Draws: 5 vs 3.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 2 vs 6;
- Losses: 4 vs 1;
- Draws: 4 vs 3.
- Telstar cover a +1.5 handicap in 10 consecutive matches.
- Telstar cover a +1.5 handicap in 9 consecutive Eredivisie matches.
- Telstar cover a +1.5 handicap at home in 5 consecutive Eredivisie matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Today's home team average goals scored - 1.3, away team - 2.6;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.9;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 6 times; at the home team's ground - 3 times.
Statistics: Telstar vs NEC Nijmegen
- Average total in the tournament: 2.8 vs 4.27;
- Average goals scored: 1.13 vs 2.6;
- Average first-half total: 0.6 vs 0.8;
- Average second-half total: 0.53 vs 1.8;
- Telstar: Average home total in the tournament - 1.63;
- NEC Nijmegen: Average away total in the tournament - 2.25;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 2) vs 2.3 (away - 2.17).
- Total over 2.5 goals hit in 6 of Telstar's last 7 home matches (Eredivisie).
Corners Prediction
Telstar: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 5.07; at home - 5.25;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 4.7; at home - 4.2.
NEC Nijmegen: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 5.53, away - 5.13;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 5; away - 4.33.
- Telstar deliver fewer than 4.5 corners in 7 of their last 8 head-to-head encounters with NEC Nijmegen.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 10;
- Both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
- At the home team's ground - 3 times.
Statistics: Telstar vs NEC Nijmegen
- Total matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- Total matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 11;
- Telstar BTTS at home - 7 (88%);
- NEC Nijmegen BTTS away - 7 (88%).
Last 10 matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 7 vs 8;
- Telstar BTTS at home - 5 (100%);
- NEC Nijmegen BTTS away - 5 (83%).
- Telstar score and concede in their last 5 head-to-head matches against NEC Nijmegen.
- Telstar score and concede at home in their last 7 Eredivisie matches.
- NEC Nijmegen score and concede away in 10 of their last 11 matches.
- NEC Nijmegen score and concede away in their last 9 of 10 Eredivisie matches.
Exact Score Prediction
Frequent results statistics (current season):
- The most frequent scoreline in the tournament: 2-1 (15/135, 11.1%), 2-2 (15/135, 11.1%);
- Telstar's most common home result: 2-2 (2/8, 25%);
- NEC Nijmegen's most common away result: 3-2 (2/8, 25%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top three outcomes:
1-1 - 9.12% (odds: 8)
1-2 - 8.83% (odds: 8)
2-2 - 8.08% (odds: 11)
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams, it's clear that the visitors from Nijmegen hold an advantage both in gameplay and league standings. Given the performance stats of NEC, it's worth noting their trend of high scoring: they often net more than two goals per match, thanks to a formidable attacking line currently in top form. Our pick is a victory for the visitors.
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