SC Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen - Eredivisie
Fixture Preview - 21 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
SC Heerenveen will host NEC Nijmegen at the Abe Lenstra Stadion on Sunday, 21 September, in a matchup that promises to be intriguing given the contrasting form of both teams. Heerenveen has struggled recently, managing just one win in their last five matches, which has left them in a precarious position. In contrast, NEC Nijmegen comes into this fixture with a solid run of form, having won four of their last five games, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net consistently. One key angle to consider is the historical head-to-head record, which reveals a balanced rivalry with both teams winning three times in their last ten encounters. Additionally, four of those matches have seen both teams score, indicating that this fixture often produces goals. With Heerenveen needing to turn their fortunes around and NEC riding high on confidence, the potential for a competitive and high-scoring affair is significant. Fans can expect an intense battle as both teams vie for crucial points in the Eredivisie.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  NEC Nijmegen | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 |  PSV | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 3 |  Feyenoord | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 4 |  PEC Zwolle | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 5 |  AZ | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 6 |  Ajax | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 7 |  FC Utrecht | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 |  NAC Breda | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 9 |  FC Groningen | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 10 |  Sparta Rotterdam | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 |  Go Ahead Eagles | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 12 |  FC Volendam | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 13 |  Fortuna Sittard | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 14 |  SC Heerenveen | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 15 |  FC Twente | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 16 |  Telstar | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 17 |  Excelsior | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 27, 2025 | SC Heerenveen | 1–0 | NEC Nijmegen | Eredivisie |
| October 19, 2024 | NEC Nijmegen | 3–0 | SC Heerenveen | Eredivisie |
| March 10, 2024 | NEC Nijmegen | 2–0 | SC Heerenveen | Eredivisie |
| October 7, 2023 | SC Heerenveen | 1–1 | NEC Nijmegen | Eredivisie |
| May 6, 2023 | NEC Nijmegen | 2–3 | SC Heerenveen | Eredivisie |
| September 4, 2022 | SC Heerenveen | 0–0 | NEC Nijmegen | Eredivisie |
| February 13, 2022 | SC Heerenveen | 0–1 | NEC Nijmegen | Eredivisie |
| November 6, 2021 | NEC Nijmegen | 1–1 | SC Heerenveen | Eredivisie |
| July 15, 2017 | NEC Nijmegen | 2–2 | SC Heerenveen | Club Friendlies 1 |
| May 14, 2017 | SC Heerenveen | 0–2 | NEC Nijmegen | Eredivisie |