Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction, Lineups & Odds

We Think Over 2.5 is the Value Bet

The price of -150 looks attractive when it comes to backing Over 2.5 Goals. We are expecting a payout when Utrecht go up against NEC and the Total Goals market provides a golden opportunity.

Teams’ Previous Meet Saw 2-1 Utrecht Win

FC Utrecht have triumphed in back-to-back games. The latest was away where Willem II were beaten 3-2 at Koning Willem II Stadion. Ron Jans' men boasted 64% possession and had six shots on target, while Sebastien Haller, Noah Ohio and Adrian Blake scored one goal each.

NEC Nijmegen were defeated in their previous game, being turned over 3-2 at home to Go Ahead Eagles at Stadion De Goffert. NEC recorded just 35% possession and had four shots on goal, with Brayann Pereira and Kento Shiogai both on target.

Utrecht have claimed victories in the last two clashes against NEC. Away at Stadion De Goffert, the scoreline was 2-1 following a 1-0 home success at Stadion Galgenwaard. The previous 7 H2H matches have ended up with four Utrecht wins, one NEC victory and two draws.

Eredivisie		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Utrecht	26	14	7	5	46	39	7	46:39	49
11	NEC Nijmegen	26	8	5	13	37	37	0	37:37	29

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3 wins, 2 losses and 5 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 17.5 attempts and 5.3 shots on goal. Utrecht have had 49.2% possession, 404.5 passes and 5.4 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.8 goals from 13.7 attempts and 6.0 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.9 corners.

Top goalscorer Adrian Blake has found the net 3 times, with Oscar Fraulo, Paxten Aaronson and Nick Viergever scoring 2 each. Leading assistor is Victor Jensen with 3, while goalie Vasilios Barkas has recorded 2 clean sheets.

NEC have won 2, lost 4 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.5 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 11.6 attempts. Rogier Meijer's team have averaged 47.4% possession, 407.2 passes, 4.7 corners taken and 6.3 corners against, while conceding 1.8 goals from 5.9 shots on goal and 14.0 attempts.

Vito van Crooij and Sami Ouaissa have top scored with 3 goals, while Kento Shiogai is next on 2. Vito van Crooij has clocked up 2 assists, with Robin Roefs keeping 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

FC Utrecht confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Vasilios Barkas (GK), Siebe Horemans, Matisse Didden, Nick Viergever, Souffian El Karouani, Jens Toornstra, Zidane Iqbal, Paxten Aaronson, Oscar Fraulo, Noah Ohio, Sebastien Haller.

NEC Nijmegen confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Robin Roefs (GK), Lefteris Lyratzis, Bram Nuytinck, Philippe Sandler, Calvin Verdonk, Dirk Proper, Vito van Crooij, Lars Olden Larsen, Sontje Hansen, Bryan Linssen, Thomas Ouwejan.

Expert Eredivisie Analysis

We’re always monitoring the team news. Combined with the latest form, this helps us secure the best value. Our football experts also take a data-led approach, with the key numbers proving useful.

Key FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Utrecht games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Utrecht games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 NEC games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 NEC games.

Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction

There are reasons to suggest goals are on the cards for this Eredivisie fixture. Therefore, backing Over 2.5 Goals looks the ticket, especially at attractive betting odds of -150.

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Over 2.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 60% chance of winning. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

Our Pick

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Correct Score Prediction

Utrecht 3 - 1 NEC

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves Utrecht to win 3-1. The odds of +1150 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

Corners Prediction

NEC Under 4.5 Corners -150

NEC Nijmegen have not covered the 4.5 corners line in four straight games, while Utrecht have conceded an average of 3.60 corners in the past 5 home games. For Team Corners, we’re expecting NEC Nijmegen to fall short and you can land odds of -150.

Corner Stats

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Utrecht

Total

10.30 5.40 4.90

Home

10.20 5.30 4.90

Away

10.80 5.00 5.80

NEC

Total

11.00 4.70 6.30

Home

10.50 4.90 5.60

Away

11.70 5.10 6.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-110

Under 10.5

-125

Utrecht Corners

Over 5.5

-138

Under 5.5

-100

NEC Corners

Over 4.5

+110

Under 4.5

-150

Most Corners

1

-227

X

+600

2

+205

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Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen Odds

The bookies have FC Utrecht at -120 in the Full-Time Result market, implying the market leaders are 55% likely to win this Eredivisie match according to the latest betting odds. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +310 about NEC Nijmegen.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite. The Yes option in the Both Teams to Score market is regarded as the most likely outcome and is trading at -150.

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Team News

If you’re looking for Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.

The Eredivisie squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

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