The Eredivisie sees Heerenveen take on NEC Nijmegen on Saturday 31 October, kicking off at 18:45 (WAT) at Abe Lenstra Stadion. Heerenveen are 6th with 21 points from 12 games (in the top half), while NEC Nijmegen sit 11th on 14 points (in the bottom half).
Form guide
Heerenveen's last 5: WWWLW Most recently they beat Excelsior Maassluis 2–0 away. Goals have not been a problem: 2.2 per game. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
NEC Nijmegen's last 5: DWDDD Most recently they drew with Groningen 2–2 at home. They average 1.8 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Heerenveen arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.2 points a game against 1.3.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 22 March 2026, finished NEC Nijmegen 2–2 Heerenveen.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.3 goals: 1.8 for Heerenveen and 1.5 for NEC Nijmegen. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 64% and both teams to score at 69%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Heerenveen 48%, draw 19%, NEC Nijmegen 33%.
Both teams to score: yes (69%) at 1.36.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 69% chance at odds of 1.36. Predicted score: Heerenveen 1–1 NEC Nijmegen. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Heerenveen48%fair 2.10 · @2.00
Draw19%fair 5.25 · @3.80
NEC Nijmegen33%fair 3.01 · @3.00
3.30Expected goals
1.82Heerenveen xG
1.48NEC Nijmegen xG
69%Both score
64%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–110%
2–19%
1–27%
1–07%
2–27%
2–06%
From our goals model: Heerenveen 1.8 – 1.5 NEC Nijmegen expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 69% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.36.
Who will win Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen?
On our numbers Heerenveen have a 48% chance of winning, the draw 19% and NEC Nijmegen 33%.
How many goals will there be in Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen?
We expect about 3.3 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 64% likely and both teams score 69% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen?
Our predicted score is Heerenveen 1–1 NEC Nijmegen, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.3 goals in total.
When is Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen?
Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen (Eredivisie) kicks off on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 18:45 (West Africa Time) at Abe Lenstra Stadion.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
