NEC and Go Ahead Eagles face each other on Sunday 05.17.2026, at 13:30 (UK Time), in a Eredivisie 2025/26 match. The game will take place at NEC's home ground, the Goffertstadion (De Bloedkuul).
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V. and Go Ahead Eagles B.V., grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
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NEC Win
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NEC preview
NEC heads into the match with the following record in the Eredivisie: in 33 matches, Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V. secured 15 victories, 11 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.7 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Ennecies's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 20 victories so far.
NEC has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 88 goals, of which 75 were scored in the Eredivisie, resulting in an average of 2.27 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Bryan Linssen, who has found the back of the net 12 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Kodai Sano has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, NEC has conceded 52 goals in the Eredivisie (an average of 1.58 per game) and 63 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.62 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Go Ahead Eagles preview
Go Ahead Eagles comes into the game with 33 matches played so far in the Eredivisie. They have secured 8 victories, 14 draws, and 11 losses, maintaining an average of 1.15 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 10 wins, 17 draws, and 18 losses.
Go Ahead Eagles B.V.'s attack has been highly effective, scoring 64 goals during this period. Of that total, 53 were netted in the Eredivisie, with an average of 1.61 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.42.
The Pride of the IJssel's offensive system is led by Mathis Suray, the team's top scorer this season. The belgian forward has found the back of the net 12 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Victor Edvardsen. The forward has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 51 goals with an average of 1.55 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 72 goals in 45 matches, averaging 1.6 per match.
Head to head: NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
NEC
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D L D |
0.6 |
| Home | D D D W W |
1.8 |
| Away | L D L W W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 45% | 50% | 41% |
| Goals | 3.85 | 3.94 | 3.76 |
| Scored | 2.27 | 2.44 | 2.12 |
| Conceded | 1.58 | 1.5 | 1.65 |
| Both Teams to Score | 82% | 75% | 88% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 25% | 6% |
| Failed To Score | 3% | 0% | 6% |
| 1st to Score | 55% | 63% | 47% |
|
xG
|
1.91 | 1.97 | 1.85 |
|
xGA
|
1.32 | 1.29 | 1.35 |
Go Ahead Eagles
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D D W |
1.2 |
| Home | L D W W L |
1.4 |
| Away | D D L W L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 24% | 35% | 13% |
| Goals | 3.15 | 3.41 | 2.88 |
| Scored | 1.61 | 2 | 1.19 |
| Conceded | 1.55 | 1.41 | 1.69 |
| Both Teams to Score | 58% | 59% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 27% | 35% | 19% |
| Failed To Score | 21% | 12% | 31% |
| 1st to Score | 55% | 59% | 44% |
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xG
|
1.44 | 1.67 | 1.2 |
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xGA
|
1.94 | 1.71 | 2.2 |
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