NEC Nijmegen vs Heerenveen predictions, Mar 22, 2026

Dutch Eredivisie, on Sunday,

NEC Nijmegen

Heerenveen

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As NEC Nijmegen prepares to host SC Heerenveen in the Dutch Eredivisie on March 22, 2026, both teams present contrasting recent forms that could significantly influence the outcome. NEC Nijmegen has recorded two victories in their last five outings, suggesting a moderate level of consistency but a potential struggle to find top form. In contrast, SC Heerenveen enters this match with an impressive record, having won four of their last five matches. This recent success may provide them with increased confidence and momentum heading into the fixture.

Tactically, NEC Nijmegen will likely focus on a compact defensive setup, looking to exploit any gaps in Heerenveen’s backline during counter-attacks. Conversely, Heerenveen’s recent form points to an attacking flair, capable of overwhelming opponents with pace and urgency in their forward play.

Bookmakers indicate a favorable likelihood for a home win at odds of 1.84, while our model suggests a probability of 52% for an NEC Nijmegen victory, 24.6% for a draw, and 25.3% for an away win. The predicted scoreline of 2:1 reflects these dynamics. Ultimately, while NEC Nijmegen has the home advantage, SC Heerenveen’s current form presents a formidable challenge, highlighting the unpredictability of this matchup.

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Nijmegen
54.5%
Draw
22.2%
Heerenveen
23.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.75 4.35 4.05
MarathonBet 1.75 4.32 4.21 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.7 4 3.9
Pinnacle 1.72 4.4 4

Latest Results

14.03.26 PSV Eindhoven – NEC Nijmegen – 2:3
08.03.26 NEC Nijmegen – FC Volendam – 3:0
03.03.26 NEC Nijmegen – PSV Eindhoven – 3:2
28.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – Fortuna Sittard – 2:3
21.02.26 Ajax Amsterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 1:1
14.03.26 SC Heerenveen – SC Telstar – 3:0
07.03.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – SC Heerenveen – 1:2
28.02.26 SC Heerenveen – Sparta Rotterdam – 2:1
21.02.26 PSV Eindhoven – SC Heerenveen – 3:1
15.02.26 SC Heerenveen – PEC Zwolle – 4:2

Facts

  • One team leads the standings, the other sits mid-table (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Champions League (Qualification: ) and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ Eredivisie (Conference League ~ Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nijmegen won 2.
  • Currently, both teams are in excellent shape.
  • Heerenveen may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Nijmegen is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Nijmegen won 8 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 30:23. (average 1.6:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Nijmegen won 5 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 19:15. (average 1.9:1.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    21.09.25 SC Heerenveen – NEC Nijmegen – 3:2
    27.04.25 SC Heerenveen – NEC Nijmegen – 1:0
    19.10.24 NEC Nijmegen – SC Heerenveen – 3:0
    10.03.24 NEC Nijmegen – SC Heerenveen – 2:0
    07.10.23 SC Heerenveen – NEC Nijmegen – 1:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 PSV 27 22 2 3 77:34 43 68
    2 Feyenoord 27 16 4 7 60:39 21 52
    3 Nijmegen 27 14 7 6 67:45 22 49
    4 Ajax 27 12 11 4 52:34 18 47
    5 Twente 27 11 11 5 45:29 16 44
    6 AZ Alkmaar 27 12 6 9 47:42 5 42
    7 Heerenveen 27 11 7 9 47:44 3 40
    8 Utrecht 27 10 8 9 40:31 9 38
    9 Sparta Rotterdam 27 11 5 11 33:47 -14 38
    10 Groningen 27 10 5 12 37:37 0 35
    11 Sittard 27 10 5 12 42:50 -8 35
    12 G.A. Eagles 27 7 11 9 45:43 2 32
    13 Zwolle 27 7 9 11 36:52 -16 30
    14 FC Volendam 27 7 6 14 30:46 -16 27
    15 Excelsior 27 7 5 15 28:46 -18 26
    16 Telstar 27 5 9 13 35:45 -10 24
    17 NAC Breda 27 5 8 14 28:48 -20 23
    18 Heracles 27 5 3 19 32:69 -37 18

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