NEC Nijmegen vs Volendam predictions, Mar 08, 2026

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NEC Nijmegen

Volendam

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In an intriguing Eredivisie clash on March 8, 2026, NEC Nijmegen hosts FC Volendam at their home ground. Both teams head into this match with a recent upturn in form, each securing two wins in their last five outings. This near parity in performance sets the stage for an interesting contest.

NEC Nijmegen’s home advantage is reflected in the bookmakers’ odds, which favor the home side at 1.33 compared to 8.23 for Volendam. Our model suggests a strong likelihood of a home win, with a 72.5% probability assigned to NEC taking all three points. The predicted final score of 2–0 indicates confidence in their defensive solidity, coupled with an ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Tactically, NEC has shown resilience at home, effectively controlling possession and pressuring opponents higher up the pitch. Meanwhile, Volendam will need to harness their momentum and find ways to exploit any defensive lapses. While NEC Nijmegen appears to hold the edge, the unpredictable nature of the league means that a draw or an upset victory for Volendam cannot be ruled out, making this clash one to watch closely.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-03-02T09:52:02+00:00.

Nijmegen
70.4%
Draw
17.3%
Volendam
12.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

Outrights of Dutch Eredivisie Nijmegen: 0.25%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.37 5.76 7.71
betsson 1.34 5.4 8.3
MarathonBet 1.35 5.68 7.9 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.33 5 7
Pinnacle 1.33 5.75 7.55
Best for US Customers 1.33 5.6 7.8

Latest Results

28.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – Fortuna Sittard – 2:3
21.02.26 Ajax Amsterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 1:1
17.02.26 Sparta Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 1:1
11.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – FC Utrecht – 1:3
07.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – Heracles Almelo – 4:1
01.03.26 FC Volendam – FC Groningen – 3:2
21.02.26 NAC Breda – FC Volendam – 1:0
13.02.26 FC Volendam – PSV Eindhoven – 2:1
07.02.26 PEC Zwolle – FC Volendam – 1:2
04.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – FC Volendam – 1:0

Facts

  • A leader and an outsider will face off in this match (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Europa League (Qualification: ) and 14).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nijmegen won 4.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Nijmegen may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Nijmegen is the obvious favorite.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Nijmegen won 13 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 46:15. (average 2.9:0.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Nijmegen won 6 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 23:4. (average 2.9:0.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – FC Volendam – 1:0
    07.12.25 FC Volendam – NEC Nijmegen – 2:3
    01.03.24 FC Volendam – NEC Nijmegen – 2:5
    05.11.23 NEC Nijmegen – FC Volendam – 3:3
    25.02.23 NEC Nijmegen – FC Volendam – 3:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 PSV 25 21 2 2 73:30 43 65
    2 Feyenoord 25 15 3 7 55:35 20 48
    3 Ajax 25 11 11 3 47:31 16 44
    4 Nijmegen 25 12 7 6 61:43 18 43
    5 Twente 25 10 11 4 41:26 15 41
    6 AZ Alkmaar 25 11 6 8 42:40 2 39
    7 Sparta Rotterdam 25 11 4 10 32:42 -10 37
    8 Utrecht 25 9 7 9 38:31 7 34
    9 Heerenveen 25 9 7 9 42:43 -1 34
    10 Sittard 25 9 5 11 39:45 -6 32
    11 Groningen 25 9 4 12 33:35 -2 31
    12 G.A. Eagles 25 6 11 8 38:39 -1 29
    13 Zwolle 25 7 7 11 34:50 -16 28
    14 FC Volendam 25 7 6 12 29:41 -12 27
    15 Excelsior 25 7 5 13 26:42 -16 26
    16 NAC Breda 25 5 7 13 25:39 -14 22
    17 Telstar 25 4 9 12 31:41 -10 21
    18 Heracles 25 5 2 18 32:65 -33 17

    Dutch Eredivisie Outrights

    1. PSV: 1 (98.11%)

    2. Feyenoord: 103.67 (0.95%)

    3. Ajax: 225.33 (0.44%)

    4. Nijmegen: 400.17 (0.25%)

    5. AZ Alkmaar: 650.33 (0.15%)

    6. Twente: 900.33 (0.11%)

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