NEC and Heerenveen face each other on Sunday 03.22.2026, at 11:15 (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 Sportclub Heerenveen N.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.
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NEC preview
NEC heads into the match with the following record in the Eredivisie: in 27 matches, Nijmegen Eendracht Combinatie B.V. secured 14 victories, 7 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.81 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Ennecies's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 19 victories so far.
NEC has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 79 goals, of which 67 were scored in the Eredivisie, resulting in an average of 2.48 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Bryan Linssen, who has found the back of the net 10 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Bryan Linssen has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, NEC has conceded 45 goals in the Eredivisie (an average of 1.67 per game) and 51 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.59 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Heerenveen preview
Heerenveen comes into the game with 27 matches played so far in the Eredivisie. They have secured 11 victories, 7 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.48 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 14 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses.
Sportclub Heerenveen N.V.'s attack has been highly effective, scoring 57 goals during this period. Of that total, 47 were netted in the Eredivisie, with an average of 1.74 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.84.
The Super Frisians's offensive system is led by Jacob Trenskow, the team's top scorer this season. The danish midfielder has found the back of the net 10 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Joris van Overeem. The midfielder has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 44 goals with an average of 1.63 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 51 goals in 31 matches, averaging 1.65 per match.
Head to head: NEC vs Heerenveen
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 | W W L D D |
1.81 |
| Home | W L L W W |
2 |
| Away | W D D W W |
1.64 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 52% | 62% | 43% |
| Goals | 4.15 | 4.23 | 4.07 |
| Scored | 2.48 | 2.69 | 2.29 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.54 | 1.79 |
| Both Teams to Score | 81% | 69% | 93% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 31% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 4% | 0% | 7% |
| 1st to Score | 56% | 69% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.91 | 1.91 | 1.9 |
|
xGA
|
1.32 | 1.3 | 1.35 |
Heerenveen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W L W |
1.48 |
| Home | W W W D L |
1.64 |
| Away | W L W L W |
1.31 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 41% | 43% | 38% |
| Goals | 3.37 | 3.5 | 3.23 |
| Scored | 1.74 | 1.93 | 1.54 |
| Conceded | 1.63 | 1.57 | 1.69 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 79% | 62% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 7% | 15% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 14% | 23% |
| 1st to Score | 56% | 50% | 46% |
|
xG
|
1.69 | 1.78 | 1.61 |
|
xGA
|
1.47 | 1.33 | 1.62 |
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