NEC vs Fortuna Sittard: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 18/10

NEC and Fortuna Sittard have a track record that never disappoints football fans.

The two teams meet this 18/10 (Sunday), at Goffertstadion (De Bloedkuul), at 19:00, and the Eredivisie 2026/27 gets another chapter of this rivalry.

In their last 5 across all competitions, NEC have won 0 time(s) and score 0.6 goals per match. Meanwhile, Fortuna Sittard have won 3 time(s). NEC have a 59.00% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for NEC vs Fortuna Sittard.

Overview NEC vs Fortuna Sittard

NEC are favourites, with odds of 1.695 and a 59.00% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V., with 10 win(s) against 4 for Fortuna Sittard. The odds for a Fortuna Sittard B.V. win are 6.25 and a draw is 5.25.

In the Dutch League, NEC have 2 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 13 goal(s) scored and 14 conceded. The top scorer is Tjaronn Chery, with 4 goal(s). On the other side, Fortuna Sittard have 4 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 14 goal(s) scored and 15 conceded. Anthony Descotte is the top scorer with 3 goal(s).

Head-to-head between NEC and Fortuna Sittard

In 18 clashes, NEC have the advantage over Fortuna Sittard: 10 win(s) against 4 and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 28/02/2026, in the Eredivisie. Fortuna Sittard won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for NEC vs Fortuna Sittard, 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.

Check out all the predictions for the Eredivisie and see all the analysis before you bet.

NEC: current form

NEC have played 8 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

See the team's performance in the Netherlands League 2026/27:

• 2 win(s), 3 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.13 point(s) per match
• 13 goals scored (1.63 per match)
• Top scorer: Tjaronn Chery (4 goal(s))

Fortuna Sittard: current form

For the visitors, Fortuna Sittard have played 8 match(es) in the Netherlands League.

See their performance:

• 4 win(s), 2 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.75 point(s) per match
• 14 goals scored (1.75 per match)
• Top scorer: Anthony Descotte (3 goal(s))

NEC vs Fortuna Sittard key players

In the Eredivisie, Tjaronn Chery carries Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V.'s attack with 4 goal(s).

The playmaker is Tjaronn Chery, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Bryan Linssen has 12 goal(s).

On the other side, Anthony Descotte is the name that frightens the most for Fortuna Sittard B.V. with 3 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.

In terms of playmaking, Mohammed Amine Ihattaren leads in assists with 3. In the whole season, Kaj Sierhuis has accumulated 12 goal(s).

NEC vs Fortuna Sittard statistics in the Eredivisie

NEC have an average of 8.63 corners and 1.63 cards per match. Fortuna Sittard have 10.38 corners and 1.63 cards. Check the numbers for NEC vs Fortuna Sittard below.

NEC

Home

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Fortuna Sittard

Away

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OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.13
  PPG
  1.75
• 25%
  Wins
  50%
• 50%
  First to Score
  75%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.63
  Scored/game
  1.75
• 1.75
  Conceded/game
  1.88
• 1.61
  xG
  1.20
• 1.34
  xGA
  2.23

Trends

• 88%
  Both Score
  75%
• 0%
  Clean Sheet
  13%
• 13%
  Failed to Score
  13%

Correct score prediction for NEC vs Fortuna Sittard

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

Where to watch NEC vs Fortuna Sittard

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

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for NEC and Fortuna Sittard

The line-ups for NEC vs Fortuna Sittard 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.

Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V. line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Fortuna Sittard B.V. line-up

The Fortuna Sittard starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for NEC vs Fortuna Sittard

Match: NEC vs Fortuna Sittard

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 18/10/2026

Time: 19:00 (Brasília time)

Venue: Goffertstadion (De Bloedkuul)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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