Ajax vs NEC: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 10/10

The Eredivisie 2026/27 brings a clash the fans know well. Ajax and NEC meet again this 10/10, at 20:00, at Johan Cruyff Arena. A match-up that always holds surprises.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Ajax have won 3 time(s). NEC have won 0. Ajax are the favourites with a 71.94% chance according to the bookmakers.

Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Ajax vs NEC.

Overview Ajax vs NEC

Ajax are favourites, with odds of 1.39 and a 71.94% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V., with 14 win(s) against 1 for NEC. The odds for a Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V. win are 9.46 and a draw is 6.667.

In the Eredivisie, Ajax have 4 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 21 goal(s) scored and 9 conceded, having Julian Brandt as top scorer with 4 goal(s). Meanwhile, NEC have 2 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 12 goal(s) scored and 13 conceded, and Tjaronn Chery as top scorer with 3 goal(s).

Ajax are unbeaten against NEC in 3 matches.

Ajax have conceded goals in all of their last 6 clashes against NEC.

Ajax are unbeaten in 3 matches in the Eredivisie.

In the last 6 matches involving Ajax, all had over 2.5 goals.

In the last 6 matches involving Ajax, all had over 3.5 goals.

Ajax have conceded goals in their last 4 matches in the competition.

NEC are winless in 4 matches in the competition.

NEC have conceded goals in their last 12 matches in the league.

Head-to-head between Ajax and NEC

In 21 clashes, Ajax have the advantage over NEC: 14 win(s) against 1 and 6 draw(s). The most recent was on 21/02/2026, in the Eredivisie. draw won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Ajax vs NEC, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

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Ajax: current form

Ajax's attack is firing: an average of 3.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.

See their performance in this edition of the Eredivisie:

4 win(s), 2 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)

Performance: 2 point(s) per match

21 goals scored (3 per match)

Top scorer: Julian Brandt (4 goal(s))

NEC: current form

Meanwhile, NEC are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Dutch League:

2 win(s), 2 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.14 point(s) per match

12 goals scored (1.71 per match)

Top scorer: Tjaronn Chery (3 goal(s))

Ajax vs NEC key players

In the Eredivisie, Julian Brandt carries Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V.'s attack with 4 goal(s).

The playmaker is Oscar Gluh, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Mika Godts has 17 goal(s).

On the other side, Tjaronn Chery is the name that frightens the most for The Ennecies with 3 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.

In terms of playmaking, Tjaronn Chery leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Bryan Linssen has accumulated 12 goal(s).

Ajax vs NEC statistics in the Eredivisie

Ajax have an average of 10.14 corners and 2 cards per match. NEC have 8.71 corners and 1.57 cards. Check the numbers for Ajax vs NEC below.

Ajax

Home

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NEC

Away

DLLDL

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 2
  PPG
  1.14
• 57%
  Wins
  29%
• 86%
  First to Score
  57%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 3
  Scored/game
  1.71
• 1.29
  Conceded/game
  1.86
• 2.63
  xG
  1.71
• 1.12
  xGA
  1.25

Trends

• 71%
  Both Score
  86%
• 29%
  Clean Sheet
  0%
• 0%
  Failed to Score
  14%

Correct score prediction for Ajax vs NEC

The favoritism in the odds points to Ajax. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Ajax 1-0 NEC. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Ajax vs NEC

Check out where to watch the live match between NEC and Ajax:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Ajax and NEC

The line-ups for Ajax vs NEC in the Netherlands League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V. line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V. line-up

The NEC starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Ajax vs NEC

Match: Ajax vs NEC

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 10/10/2026

Time: 20:00 (Brasília time)

Venue: Johan Cruyff Arena

Broadcast: none scheduled

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