Breda vs Nijmegen Prediction 17 January 2026
💥 The upcoming clash between NAC Breda and NEC Nijmegen promises to be an exciting affair. Both teams find themselves in different parts of the Dutch league standings, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their encounter. NAC Breda, currently in the relegation zone, are eager to turn their fortunes around and climb the table. Meanwhile, NEC Nijmegen are vying for a spot at the top with their impressive attacking prowess. Read on for a prediction of their showdown below!
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams ended with a 3-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (home team - NEC Nijmegen):
- possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corners: 3 vs 1;
- fouls: 16 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 10 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of the official head-to-head encounters between NAC Breda and NEC Nijmegen:
- 15 matches played;
- home wins - 6, away wins - 4, draws - 5;
- goals scored - 17 for NAC Breda, 15 for NEC Nijmegen;
- average first-half total - 0.87, second-half - 1.27;
- average total goals per match - 2.13.
Head-to-head statistics Breda - Nijmegen

NAC Breda Team Overview
The team's last official match took place in the Eredivisie, with Groningen hosting NAC Breda. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (NAC Breda vs Groningen):
- possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corners: 4 vs 3;
- fouls: 6 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 5.
NAC Breda are going through a challenging period, currently sitting in 16th place and fighting for survival. Their recent form has been disappointing, with just one win in their last 10 matches, alongside six losses and three draws. Their most recent match ended in defeat, extending their losing streak to two consecutive games. With a win percentage of only 10% in recent outings, it highlights the team's inconsistency. The most glaring issue is their weak attack, averaging just 0.7 goals per game.
Match Results: NAC Breda

NEC Nijmegen Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place in the Eredivisie, with NEC Nijmegen hosting Ajax. The game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the match statistics (NEC Nijmegen vs Ajax):
- possession: 39% vs 61%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 7;
- fouls: 8 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 6 vs 8.
NEC Nijmegen are showcasing solid performances, sitting in fourth place on the table due to their strong form: six wins in their last ten matches, with just one loss and three draws. The team demonstrates excellent attacking prowess, averaging 2.4 goals per game and boasting an impressive win rate of around 60%. NEC possess a formidable attacking line and effectively capitalize on counterattacks.
Match Results: NEC Nijmegen
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 15;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 0; for visitors away - 3; number of draws - 5;
- Average first-half total: 0.87;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.33, while the visitors net 0.53.
First-Half Stats: NAC Breda (home) vs NEC Nijmegen (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 9 vs 9;
- wins: 2 (22.22%) vs 1 (11.11%);
- losses: 3 (33.33%) vs 4 (44.44%);
- draws: 4 (44.44%) vs 4 (44.44%);
- Average goals scored: 1 vs 1.67;
- Average goals conceded: 0.56 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 1 vs 2;
- losses: 5 vs 3;
- draws: 4 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 0.9 (scored - 0.2, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.9 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.9).
- NEC Nijmegen conceded in the 1st half in 11 of last 12 away games.
- NEC Nijmegen conceded in the 1st half in 9 of last 10 away games (Eredivisie).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- home team wins - 6, away team wins - 4, draws - 5.
Statistics: NAC Breda vs NEC Nijmegen
- matches played in the tournament: 18 vs 17;
- wins: 3 vs 8;
- win percentage: 17% vs 47%;
- losses: 10 vs 4;
- draws: 5 vs 5.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 1 vs 6;
- losses: 6 vs 1;
- draws: 3 vs 3.
- NAC Breda have not won in 12 of last 13 games.
- NAC Breda have not won in 11 of last 12 games (Eredivisie).
- NAC Breda have not won in 6 of last 7 home games.
- NEC Nijmegen have not lost in 12 of last 13 games.
- NEC Nijmegen have not lost in 10 of last 11 games (Eredivisie).
- NEC Nijmegen have not lost in 7 of last 8 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.13, the guests - 1;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.13;
- both teams scored: overall - 7; at the home team's field - 3.
Statistics: NAC Breda vs NEC Nijmegen
- average total in the tournament: 2.33 vs 4.24;
- average total goals scored: 0.89 vs 2.53;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.39 vs 0.82;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.5 vs 1.71;
- NAC Breda: average total at home in the tournament - 1;
- NEC Nijmegen: average total away in the tournament - 2.22;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.7 (home - 0.6) vs 2.4 (away - 2.43).
- NAC Breda have scored under 1.5 goals in 7 of last 8 games against NEC Nijmegen (Eredivisie).
- NAC Breda have scored under 1.5 goals in last 6 home games against NEC Nijmegen.
- NAC Breda have scored under 1.5 goals in last 9 games.
- NAC Breda have scored under 1.5 goals in last 8 games (Eredivisie).
- NAC Breda have scored under 1.5 goals in last 5 home games.
Prediction on corners
NAC Breda: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.39; at home field - 5.22;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.8; at home field - 6.6.
NEC Nijmegen: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.35, away - 5.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.4; away - 5.29.
- NEC Nijmegen have taken over 4.5 corners in 6 of last 7 games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- both teams scored all-time - 7 times;
- on the home team’s field - 3 times.
Statistics: NAC Breda vs NEC Nijmegen
- number of matches played in the tournament: 18 vs 17;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 13;
- number of BTTS matches for NAC Breda at home - 5 (56%);
- number of BTTS matches for NEC Nijmegen away - 8 (89%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for NAC Breda at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS matches for NEC Nijmegen away - 6 (86%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 2:2 (19/160, 11.9%);
- NAC Breda at home most often finish matches: 0:1 (3/9, 33.3%);
- NEC Nijmegen away most often play: 2:2 , 3:2 (2/9, 22.2%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.2% (odds 7)
1:2 - 8.07% (odds 9.5)
2:1 - 7.31% (odds 11)