Heerenveen vs Nijmegen Prediction 21 September 2025
In the upcoming Eredivisie clash, Heerenveen host NEC Nijmegen. Both teams have their own objectives and motivations, yet their current forms are starkly different. The hosts are struggling with their scoring ability and find themselves at the bottom of the standings, while the visitors are confidently climbing towards the top, having scored plenty of goals in recent matches. It will be intriguing to see if the attacking prowess of the visitors can penetrate the defensive lines of the hosts, who are eager to avoid another defeat in front of their home fans.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 27 April 2025 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (home team - Heerenveen):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 7 vs 5;
- fouls: 13 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 4;
- shots on target: 5 vs 1.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Heerenveen and NEC Nijmegen:
- 15 matches played;
- home wins - 3, away wins - 7, draws - 5;
- goals scored - 14 for Heerenveen, 22 for NEC Nijmegen;
- average goals in the 1st half - 0.93, in the 2nd half - 1.47;
- average total goals per match - 2.4.
Head-to-head statistics Heerenveen - Nijmegen
Heerenveen Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Eredivisie, with Feyenoord as the home side and Heerenveen as the visitors. The match concluded with a 1-0 victory.
Here's how the game statistics stack up (Heerenveen vs Feyenoord):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corners: 3 vs 6;
- fouls: 11 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 1 vs 5.
Heerenveen are currently positioned 17th in the Eredivisie standings, fighting for survival. The team have failed to secure a victory in their last five matches (2 draws and 3 losses), including their most recent defeat. The "Frisians" have managed only two wins in their last ten games, averaging just one goal per match. Their defense also leaves much to be desired, conceding more than one goal per game on average. In their previous head-to-head encounter, Heerenveen managed to defeat NEC 1-0 at home, which could serve as an additional motivation to improve their performance.
Match Results: Heerenveen
NEC Nijmegen Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Eredivisie, where NEC Nijmegen hosted PSV. The thrilling encounter ended with a 3-5 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (NEC Nijmegen vs PSV):
- possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corners: 8 vs 4;
- fouls: 8 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 7 vs 11.
NEC Nijmegen are currently sitting fifth in the league standings, showcasing strong form with three consecutive victories following two earlier defeats. The visitors boast an impressive scoring record, averaging 3.4 goals per game, and their attacking line is capable of troubling any defense in the league. They have scored more than 1.5 goals in nine consecutive matches, underscoring their high offensive potential even on the road.
Match Results: NEC Nijmegen
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 15;
- Home wins - 3, Away wins - 7, Draws - 5.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen
- Matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 5;
- Wins: 0 vs 3;
- Win percentage: 0% vs 60%;
- Losses: 3 vs 2;
- Draws: 2 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 2 vs 6;
- Losses: 6 vs 3;
- Draws: 2 vs 1.
- NEC Nijmegen have won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 consecutive head-to-head away matches (Eredivisie).
- NEC Nijmegen have won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of their last 12 matches (Eredivisie).
- NEC Nijmegen have won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 consecutive away matches (Eredivisie).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Today's home side average goals - 0.93, away side - 1.47;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.4;
- Both teams scored: overall - 8 times; at home ground - 3 times.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen
- Average total in the tournament: 2.6 vs 5.2;
- Average goals scored: 1 vs 3.4;
- Average total in the first half: 0.6 vs 1;
- Average total in the second half: 0.4 vs 2.4;
- Heerenveen: average home total in the tournament - 1.33;
- NEC Nijmegen: average away total in the tournament - 3;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1 (home - 1.4) vs 2.8 (away - 2.6).
- Heerenveen have scored less than 1.5 goals in 11 of their last 12 head-to-head meetings with NEC Nijmegen (Eredivisie).
- Heerenveen have scored less than 1.5 goals at home in 6 consecutive head-to-head matches (Eredivisie).
Corners Prediction
Heerenveen: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 6; at home - 6.33;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.7; at home - 5.6.
NEC Nijmegen: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.8, away - 5.5;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5; away - 5.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 2.66 (1.33 for home side and 1.33 for away side);
- Average total yellow cards at home ground - 3.29 (1.29 for home side and 2 for away side).
Heerenveen: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.8; at home - 2;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.4; at home - 1.6.
NEC Nijmegen: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.6, away - 1.5;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.7; away - 2.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 15;
- Both teams scored overall - 8 times;
- At home ground - 3 times.
Statistics: Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen
- Total matches played in the tournament: 5 vs 5;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 3;
- BTTS for Heerenveen at home - 3 (100%);
- BTTS for NEC Nijmegen away - 2 (100%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 6 vs 6;
- BTTS for Heerenveen at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS for NEC Nijmegen away - 4 (80%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Given the recent match statistics of both teams, we anticipate an intense battle on the field with an attacking focus from the visitors from Nijmegen. Having lost two consecutive matches, it's time for them to secure a victory, especially considering their high potential. Our bet is on a win for the visitors.
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