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On August 22, 2026, NEC Nijmegen hosts Excelsior Rotterdam at their home ground in what promises to be an intriguing Dutch Eredivisie clash. Recent form favors the visitors, with Excelsior winning 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing a potent attacking style and solid team cohesion. Their current run positions them as formidable challengers, possibly leveraging their momentum to claim points away from home.
NEC Nijmegen, while only securing 2 victories in their last 5 outings, has shown flashes of resilience and tactical adaptability. Typically, they utilize a compact defensive shape, aiming to frustrate opponents while seeking opportunities on the counter. Their home advantage is notable, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds of 1.45 for a home win, suggesting a strong belief in their ability to capitalize on familiar surroundings.
Statistical analysis from predictive models supports this notion, offering a 75.7% probability for a home win, alongside a 22.2% chance of a draw and a 13.6% likelihood for an away victory. While NEC possesses the tactical framework for success, Excelsior’s current form cannot be overlooked. This matchup could very well hinge on which side can impose their game plan more effectively. As always, caution is advised in sports betting—no outcome is guaranteed.
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| Nijmegen 64.2% |
Draw 19.8% |
Excelsior 16% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.44 | 4.80 | 6.25 | |
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1.49 | 4.89 | 5.61 | |
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1.49 | 4.60 | 5.95 | |
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1.49 | 4.89 | 5.97 | Watch and Bet |
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1.45 | 4.75 | 5.50 | |
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1.49 | 4.82 | 5.59 | |
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1.44 | 4.70 | 6.00 |
Latest Results
| 15.08.26 Willem II – NEC Nijmegen – 1:4 11.08.26 NEC Nijmegen – FC Olympiacos Piraeus – 2:1 AET 08.08.26 NEC Nijmegen – SC Telstar – 1:2 04.08.26 FC Olympiacos Piraeus – NEC Nijmegen – 0:0 31.07.26 NEC Nijmegen – Sevilla FC – 1:2 |
15.08.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – PSV Eindhoven – 1:2 07.08.26 Leeuwarden Cambuur – Excelsior Rotterdam – 0:4 01.08.26 De Graafschap – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:5 24.07.26 Heracles Almelo – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:4 18.07.26 NAC Breda – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:3 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 04.04.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 0:2 09.08.25 NEC Nijmegen – Excelsior Rotterdam – 5:0 06.05.24 Excelsior Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 0:3 13.08.23 NEC Nijmegen – Excelsior Rotterdam – 3:4 19.02.23 Excelsior Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 0:3 |
Standings
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | AZ Alkmaar | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 5 | 6 |
| 2 | Groningen | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6:2 | 4 | 6 |
| 3 | G.A. Eagles | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 3 | 4 |
| 4 | Sittard | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5:3 | 2 | 4 |
| 5 | Ajax | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 2 | 4 |
| 6 | PSV | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:3 | 1 | 4 |
| 7 | Heerenveen | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 1 | 4 |
| 8 | Feyenoord | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 1 | 4 |
| 9 | Excelsior | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:2 | 3 | 3 |
| 10 | Nijmegen | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:3 | 2 | 3 |
| 11 | Twente | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 1 | 3 |
| 12 | Sparta Rotterdam | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 1 | 3 |
| 13 | Telstar | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | -1 | 3 |
| 14 | Utrecht | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:6 | -4 | 0 |
| 15 | Zwolle | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | -4 | 0 |
| 16 | Den Haag | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:6 | -5 | 0 |
| 17 | Willem II | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:8 | -6 | 0 |
| 18 | Cambuur | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:7 | -6 | 0 |
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