Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 Oct 2025
Eredivisie Betting Preview: Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen
Go Ahead Eagles host NEC Nijmegen in this Dutch Eredivisie meeting at De Adelaarshorst, with kick-off set for 14:00 on Sunday 5 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
We’ll chance NEC +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and divide our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they meet Go Ahead Eagles. A win delivers a payout at -147 although a draw would still land a return.
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Go Ahead Eagles were beaten in their last Eredivisie game. Away from home at BUKO Stadion, Telstar claimed a 4-2 win. Melvin Boel's side had most of the ball recording 61% possession and three shots on target, while Kay Tejan (own goal) and Milan Smit scored one goal each.
Three days ago, Eagles beat Panathinaikos 2-1 in the Europa League at Athens Olympic Stadium.
NEC Nijmegen have suffered successive Eredivisie away defeats. Their most recent league match was a 2-1 home win at Stadion De Goffert where they beat AZ Alkmaar. NEC had 44% possession and managed four shots on goal, while Basar Onal and Dirk Proper found the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Eagles have won three on the spin against NEC. Their last encounter saw Eagles enjoy a 3-2 away victory at Stadion De Goffert. The past 10 H2H matches have resulted in five Eagles wins, three draws and two NEC victories.
| Eredivisie | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | NEC Nijmegen |
12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 29 | 20 | 9 | 29:20 | 18 |
| 11 | Go Ahead E. |
13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 21 | 22 | -1 | 21:22 | 16 |
3 wins, 3 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 5.4 shots on goal and 14.3 attempts. Eagles have had 52.8% possession, 451.1 passes and 6.3 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.9 goals from 6.1 shots on goal and 19.4 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.4 corners.
Evert Linthorst and Milan Smit are the top scorers with 3 goals each, while Jakob Breum has 2. Leading assistors have been Joris Kramer and Victor Edvardsen with 2, while goalkeeper Jari De Busser has 3 clean sheets.
NEC have won 6 and lost 4, with an average of 16.4 attempts, 7.4 shots on goal and 2.8 goals. Dick Schreuder's men average 57.2% possession, 465.2 passes, 5.6 corners awarded and 4.2 corners against them, while 1.7 goals have been conceded from 5.6 shots on goal and 12.2 attempts.
Bryan Linssen has scored 5, followed by Basar Onal, Koki Ogawa and Tjaronn Chery with 3 goals apiece. Bryan Linssen has been the top assist maker on 4, with Gonzalo Crettaz and Robin Roefs collectively notching 3 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Go Ahead Eagles confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jari De Busser (GK), Mats Deijl, Gerrit Nauber, Joris Kramer, Dean James, Evert Linthorst, Jakob Breum, Melle Meulensteen, Mathis Suray, Milan Smit, Richonell Margaret.
NEC Nijmegen confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Gonzalo Crettaz (GK), Brayann Pereira, Ahmetcan Kaplan, Thomas Ouwejan, Sami Ouaissa, Dirk Proper, Kodai Sano, Virgil Misidjan, Tjaronn Chery, Koki Ogawa, Bryan Linssen.
Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction & Betting Tips
Make the most of Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen with our betting analysis that includes an expert match prediction, expected scoreline, corners advice, key player props and a value-focused bet builder.
Match Prediction
NEC have a good chance of winning this Eredivisie clash and we’ll wager them on the Asian Handicap. Take the visitors at -147 with a +0.25 goal start in then expectation that they can perform well.
The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest Eredivisie team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.
Key Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen league stats:
The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 59.5% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 65-70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
A 2-1 win in favor of NEC is available at odds of +800. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.
Player Prop Picks
Bryan Linssen (NEC) has fired over 1.5 shots in seven consecutive Eredivisie matches. If you side with our view that he can cover the Player Shots line, then you are able to secure odds of -139 for this outcome.
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Sami Ouaissa (NEC) has racked up two goals in his past five Eredivisie games. We’ll use this stat and take odds of +450 that he is able to score at least one goal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Corners Prediction
NEC Nijmegen have had over 4.5 corners in three consecutive games, while Go Ahead Eagles have had an average of 6.20 corners against them in their last 5 home matches. There’s a chance to go over the NEC Team Corners line and we’re confident this will happen, with odds of -138 on offer.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you’re keen to place a same-game multi, go for NEC Nijmegen on the Asian Handicap at +0.25, both teams to score merged with Bryan Linssen (NEC) to finish with Over 1.5 shots.
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Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
The available 1x2 betting prices reveal that NEC Nijmegen are +140 for a Eredivisie win, with Go Ahead Eagles being +155. The draw is on offer at +295 if you expect the game to finish level.
NEC can be backed at -123 on the Draw No Bet and you’ll get stakes refunded if the game ends level. Alternatively, Eagles can be chanced at -109 on the same market.
The expectation is that Over 2.5 Goals will be scored according to the latest odds. If you’re anticipating that both teams will score, the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -270.
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Tjaronn Chery is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +440, while you can get similar odds if you want him to score the last goal.
Eagles have secured five victories, three defeats and two draws in the previous 10 home games, netting an average of 1.30 goals per match and conceding 1.30.
NEC have finished with five losses, four victories and one draw in the past 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.60 goals per match and conceding 1.30.
Eagles beat NEC 5-0 when they last met at De Adelaarshorst. There have been two Eagles victories, one NEC win and one draw in the past 4 H2H games at De Adelaarshorst.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Go Ahead Eagles Home Stats |
5-2-3 | 2.60 | 1.30 | 1.30 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 7 | |
NEC Nijmegen Away Stats |
4-1-5 | 2.90 | 1.60 | 1.30 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 5 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- Eredivisie: 09/03 2025 NEC Nijmegen 2 Go Ahead Eagles 3
- Eredivisie: 07/12 2024 Go Ahead Eagles 5 NEC Nijmegen 0
- Eredivisie: 23/05 2024 NEC Nijmegen 1 Go Ahead Eagles 2
- Eredivisie: 28/01 2024 Go Ahead Eagles 2 NEC Nijmegen 2
- KNVB Cup: 17/01 2024 NEC Nijmegen 2 Go Ahead Eagles 1
- Eredivisie: 26/11 2023 NEC Nijmegen 1 Go Ahead Eagles 1
- Eredivisie: 05/02 2023 Go Ahead Eagles 1 NEC Nijmegen 0
- Eredivisie: 23/10 2022 NEC Nijmegen 3 Go Ahead Eagles 3
- Eredivisie: 08/05 2022 NEC Nijmegen 1 Go Ahead Eagles 0
- KNVB Cup: 10/02 2022 NEC Nijmegen 0 Go Ahead Eagles 2
Go Ahead Eagles League Stats
NEC Nijmegen League Stats
- 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.80 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 10 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.30 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.00 corners awarded and 5.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.60 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 6.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.60 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 52.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 57.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Go Ahead Eagles this season are Milan Smit (3), Melle Meulensteen (2), Evert Linthorst (1)
- Top Assistors for Go Ahead Eagles this season are Victor Edvardsen (2), Dean James (1), Jakob Breum (1)
Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen Lineups & Team News
Avoid surprises — review the Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen team news before you bet. We’ll update you with predicted and confirmed Eredivisie lineups plus current injury reports.
Go Ahead Eagles Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
NEC Nijmegen Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Go Ahead Eagles Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
NEC Nijmegen Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Go Ahead Eagles Substitutes
- 1Luca Plogmann
- 6Calvin Twigt
- 11O. Siira Sivertsen
- 14Oscar Pettersson
- 15Robbin Weijenberg
- 20Xander Blomme
- 24Kenzo Goudmijn
- 26Julius Dirksen
- 27Finn Stokkers
- 29Aske Adelgaard
- 33Nando Verdoni
- 34Y. Salah Rahmouni
NEC Nijmegen Substitutes
- 3Philippe Sandler
- 6Darko Nejasmic
- 9Kento Shiogai
- 11Basar Onal
- 14Eliazer Dasa
- 20Noe Lebreton
- 21Roberto Gonzalez
- 22Jasper Cillessen
- 24Deveron Fonville
- 32Vito van Crooij
- 34Youssef El Kachati
- 35Sam de Laat
Previous Go Ahead Eagles Lineups
Previous NEC Nijmegen Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Eredivisie Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSV | 13 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 41:17 | 34 |
| 2 | Feyenoord | 12 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 31:12 | 28 |
| 3 | AZ Alkmaar | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 25:18 | 24 |
| 4 | Ajax | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 23:19 | 20 |
| 5 | Utrecht | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 22:16 | 19 |
| 6 | Groningen | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 17:17 | 19 |
| 7 | NEC Nijmegen | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 29:20 | 18 |
| 8 | Twente | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 21:19 | 17 |
| 9 | Fortuna Sittard | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 19:21 | 17 |
| 10 | Sp. Rotterdam | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 15:25 | 17 |
| 11 | Go Ahead E. | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 21:22 | 16 |
| 12 | SC Heerenveen | 12 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 19:21 | 14 |
| 13 | Volendam | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 17:21 | 14 |
| 14 | Excelsior | 13 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 13:24 | 13 |
| 15 | PEC Zwolle | 12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 14:27 | 12 |
| 16 | NAC Breda | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 15:22 | 12 |
| 17 | Heracles | 13 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 21:35 | 12 |
| 18 | Telstar | 12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 14:21 | 9 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utrecht | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16:6 | 16 |
| 2 | Feyenoord | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 13:6 | 15 |
| 3 | PSV | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 19:10 | 13 |
| 4 | NEC Nijmegen | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 18:9 | 13 |
| 5 | Ajax | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 11:7 | 13 |
| 6 | Fortuna Sittard | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10:6 | 13 |
| 7 | Volendam | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 12:8 | 12 |
| 8 | AZ Alkmaar | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 16:13 | 11 |
| 9 | Go Ahead E. | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10:7 | 11 |
| 10 | Groningen | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:5 | 10 |
| 11 | NAC Breda | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 8:8 | 10 |
| 12 | SC Heerenveen | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 12:11 | 9 |
| 13 | Heracles | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 17:17 | 9 |
| 14 | Twente | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9:10 | 8 |
| 15 | Sp. Rotterdam | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8:15 | 8 |
| 16 | PEC Zwolle | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4:10 | 7 |
| 17 | Excelsior | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5:7 | 6 |
| 18 | Telstar | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 11:14 | 5 |
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