Main prediction: both teams to score (BTTS)
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
NEC and Go Ahead Eagles have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 20/09 (Sunday), at Goffertstadion (De Bloedkuul), at 15:45, and the Eredivisie 2026/27 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, NEC have won 1 time(s) and score 1.2 goals per match. Meanwhile, Go Ahead Eagles have won 1 time(s). NEC have a 49.50% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles.
Prediction for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
BTTS - Yes
Overview NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
NEC are favourites, with a 49.50% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Go Ahead Eagles B.V. win are at 4.19 and a draw at 4.52.
In the Netherlands League, NEC have accumulated 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 11 goal(s) scored and 12 conceded. Tjaronn Chery leads the scoring chart with 3 goal(s). Meanwhile, Go Ahead Eagles have accumulated 2 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 15 goal(s) scored and 13 conceded, with Søren Tengstedt as top scorer with 5 goal(s).
Head-to-head between NEC and Go Ahead Eagles
In 25 clashes, Go Ahead Eagles have the advantage over NEC: 9 win(s) against 6 and 10 draw(s). The most recent was on 17/05/2026, in the Eredivisie, the match score was: NEC 2-1 Go Ahead Eagles.
This data can contextualise the predictions for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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NEC: current form
NEC are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Dutch League 2026/27:
2 win(s), 1 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.17 point(s) per match
11 goals scored (1.83 per match)
Top scorer: Tjaronn Chery (3 goal(s))
Go Ahead Eagles: current form
On the other side, Go Ahead Eagles also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.
Follow their performance in the Eredivisie:
2 win(s), 3 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.5 point(s) per match
15 goals scored (2.5 per match)
Top scorer: Søren Tengstedt (5 goal(s))
NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles key players
In the Eredivisie, Tjaronn Chery carries Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V.'s attack with 3 goal(s).
The playmaker is Tjaronn Chery, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Bryan Linssen has 12 goal(s).
On the other side, Søren Tengstedt is the name that frightens the most for The Pride of the IJssel with 5 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.
In terms of playmaking, Søren Tengstedt leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Mathis Suray has accumulated 12 goal(s).
NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles statistics in the Eredivisie
NEC have an average of 8.17 corners and 1.83 cards per match. Meanwhile, Go Ahead Eagles have 10.16 corners and 0.83 cards. See the numbers for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles in the table below.
NEC
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L D L W |
0.8 |
| Home | D L L W L |
0.8 |
| Away | L L W L W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 0% | 67% |
| Goals | 3.83 | 3.67 | 4 |
| Scored | 1.83 | 1.33 | 2.33 |
| Conceded | 2 | 2.33 | 1.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 83% | 100% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 33% | 67% |
|
xG
|
1.68 | 1.87 | 1.49 |
|
xGA
|
1.19 | 1.22 | 1.17 |
Go Ahead Eagles
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L W D |
1.2 |
| Home | D W W L D |
1.6 |
| Away | D L D L D |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 67% | 0% |
| Goals | 4.67 | 3.67 | 5.67 |
| Scored | 2.5 | 2.67 | 2.33 |
| Conceded | 2.17 | 1 | 3.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 33% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.73 | 2.08 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.64 | 1.01 | 2.27 |
More tips for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
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Correct score prediction for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
The favoritism in the odds points to NEC. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: NEC 1-0 Go Ahead Eagles. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
Check out where to watch the live match between Go Ahead Eagles and NEC:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for NEC and Go Ahead Eagles
The line-ups for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles 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
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3
Philippe Sandler
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6
Darko Nejašmić
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9
Tjaronn Chery
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10
Dušan Tadić
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12
Nikolas Polster
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20
Noé Lebreton
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21
Tobias Storm
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30
Bryan Linssen
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66
Almugera Kabar
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77
Ayodele Thomas
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99
Clement Bischoff
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Go Ahead Eagles B.V. line-up
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1
Kjetil Haug
Goalkeeper
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2
Alfons Sampsted
Defender
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4
Joris Kramer
Defender
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5
Dean James
Defender
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8
Evert Linthorst
Midfielder
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9
Stefan Ingi Sigurdarson
Forward
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10
Søren Tengstedt
Midfielder
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16
Victor Edvardsen
Forward
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17
Mathis Suray
Forward
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21
Melle Meulensteen
Midfielder
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26
Julius Dirksen
Defender
The Go Ahead Eagles starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
Match: NEC vs Go Ahead Eagles
Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27
Date: 20/09/2026
Time: 15:45 (Brasília time)
Venue: Goffertstadion (De Bloedkuul)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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