NEC and Heracles face each other on Saturday 02.07.2026, at 15:30 (UK Time), in a Eredivisie 2025/26 match. The game will take place at NEC's home ground, the Goffertstadion.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between NEC and Heracles, 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 Heracles
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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 20 matches, NEC Nijmegen secured 11 victories, 5 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.9 points per game.
Taking a broader look at NEC's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 15 victories so far.
NEC has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 61 goals, of which 52 were scored in the Eredivisie, resulting in an average of 2.6 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Koki Ogawa, who has found the back of the net 7 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Bryan Linssen has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, NEC has conceded 34 goals in the Eredivisie (an average of 1.7 per game) and 38 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.58 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Heracles preview
Heracles comes into the game with 21 matches played so far in the Eredivisie. They have secured 5 victories, 2 draws, and 14 losses, maintaining an average of 0.81 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 7 wins, 3 draws, and 14 losses.
Heracles's attack has been highly effective, scoring 40 goals during this period. Of that total, 30 were netted in the Eredivisie, with an average of 1.43 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.67.
Heracles's offensive system is led by Jizz Hornkamp, the team's top scorer this season. The dutch forward has found the back of the net 10 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Ajdin Hrustic. The midfielder has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 53 goals with an average of 2.52 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 57 goals in 24 matches, averaging 2.38 per match.
Head to head: NEC vs Heracles
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 W D D |
1.9 |
| Home | W D W W D |
2.22 |
| Away | W W D W W |
1.64 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 55% | 67% | 45% |
| Goals | 4.3 | 4.22 | 4.36 |
| Scored | 2.6 | 2.78 | 2.45 |
| Conceded | 1.7 | 1.44 | 1.91 |
| Both Teams to Score | 80% | 67% | 91% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 5% | 0% | 9% |
| 1st to Score | 55% | 67% | 45% |
|
xG
|
1.83 | 1.71 | 1.93 |
|
xGA
|
1.36 | 1.38 | 1.34 |
Heracles
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L L L |
0.81 |
| Home | W L L D W |
1.3 |
| Away | L L L D W |
0.36 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 24% | 40% | 9% |
| Goals | 3.95 | 4.4 | 3.55 |
| Scored | 1.43 | 2 | 0.91 |
| Conceded | 2.52 | 2.4 | 2.64 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 60% | 55% |
| Without Conceding | 5% | 10% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 30% | 45% |
| 1st to Score | 55% | 40% | 18% |
|
xG
|
1.27 | 1.58 | 0.99 |
|
xGA
|
1.93 | 1.8 | 2.05 |
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