Eredivisie
NEC vs Groningen
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 - 13:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Goffertstadion
NEC vs Groningen Prediction & Stats - Eredivisie 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. NEC vs Groningen carries real history into this round of the Eredivisie.
The two sides meet on 25/10 (Sunday) at Goffertstadion, 13:30 (UK time).
Read the NEC vs Groningen prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on NEC vs Groningen
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the NEC vs Groningen call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
BTTS - Yes
Last updated on 23-10-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes NEC the side to beat, with roughly 41% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Eredivisie odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
NEC Preview
NEC reach this fixture 9 match into their Eredivisie. Here is where NEC Nijmegen stand:
In this competition
2 won, 4 drawn, 3 lost
1.11 points per game
15 scored, at 1.67 a game
16 conceded, at 1.78 a game
NEC Nijmegen, season-wide
4 won, 6 drawn, 6 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Tjaronn Chery, 4 goals
Most assists: Dušan Tadić, 2 assists
Recent results — NEC
22/10/2026 12:45
18/10/2026 14:00
15/10/2026 15:00
10/10/2026 15:00
20/09/2026 10:45
Groningen: how they are travelling
Groningen come in 9 matches into their Eredivisie.
Here is what FC Groningen have produced:
In this competition
4 won, 2 drawn, 3 lost
1.56 points per game
22 scored, at 2.44 a game
19 conceded, at 2.11 a game
FC Groningen, season-wide
4 won, 2 drawn, 3 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson, 5 goals
Most assists: David van der Werff, 3 assists
Recent results — FC Groningen
18/10/2026 10:45
11/10/2026 10:45
18/09/2026 14:00
12/09/2026 12:45
06/09/2026 06:15
The head-to-head favours NEC
Recent meetings have tended to go NEC's way against Groningen.
From 21 match(es):
NEC: 10 win(s)
Groningen: 6 win(s)
Drawn: 5
It is a pattern worth weighing in the NEC vs Groningen prediction.
Form comparison NEC vs Groningen
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
NEC
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
D
D
L
D
|
1.11 |
| Home |
D
D
D
L
L
|
0.6 |
| Away |
D
L
W
W
|
1.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 22% | 0% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.44 | 3.4 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 1.4 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1.78 | 2 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 89% | 100% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 11% | 0% | 25% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.75 | 2.07 | 1.35 |
|
xGA
|
1.26 | 1.18 | 1.35 |
Away Team
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
D
D
|
1.56 |
| Home |
L
W
D
L
W
|
1.4 |
| Away |
W
D
L
W
|
1.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 40% | 50% |
| Goals | 4.56 | 4.4 | 4.75 |
| Scored | 2.44 | 2.2 | 2.75 |
| Conceded | 2.11 | 2.2 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 89% | 80% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.68 | 1.91 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.69 | 1.45 | 2 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5
Our analysis shows that this match is likely to see many goals.
After reviewing NEC and Groningen’s recent performances, we predict this game will exceed 2.5 total goals. Both teams boast some of the strongest attacks in Eredivisie, which makes this a strong betting option.
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - 1X
The home team often holds the advantage in the Double Chance market, and that’s the case in this NEC vs Groningen clash. Our recommended bet is for NEC to win or the match to end in a draw.
Our analysis shows NEC as the superior side, giving them a strong chance to take all three points. But even if they don’t win outright, their ability to hold firm at home makes the 1X Double Chance bet a reliable option.
Fixture information - NEC vs Groningen
Match: NEC vs Groningen
Competition: Eredivisie
Date: Sunday, 25/10/2026
Kick-off: 13:30 (UK time)
Venue: Goffertstadion
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Stats
The statistics for NEC vs Groningen that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
4.08
League: 3.85
Both Teams to Score
100%
League: 72%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 91%
Over 2.5+
78%
League: 76%
Cards
1.8
League: 2.93
Corners
9.8
League: 10.29
Home Team
NEC
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
D
D
L
D
|
1.11 |
| Home |
D
D
D
L
L
|
0.6 |
| Away |
D
L
W
W
|
1.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 22% | 0% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.44 | 3.4 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 1.4 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1.78 | 2 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 89% | 100% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 11% | 0% | 25% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.75 | 2.07 | 1.35 |
|
xGA
|
1.26 | 1.18 | 1.35 |
Away Team
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
D
D
|
1.56 |
| Home |
L
W
D
L
W
|
1.4 |
| Away |
W
D
L
W
|
1.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 40% | 50% |
| Goals | 4.56 | 4.4 | 4.75 |
| Scored | 2.44 | 2.2 | 2.75 |
| Conceded | 2.11 | 2.2 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 89% | 80% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.68 | 1.91 | 1.38 |
|
xGA
|
1.69 | 1.45 | 2 |
Corners
9.11 / Match
+4% Corners / Match
Groningen received +4% more corners than NEC in the Eredivisie
9.45 / Match
Fortuna Sittard
(13)
Ajax
(4)
Go Ahead Eagles
(5)
Cambuur
(5)
Excelsior
(2)
Feyenoord
(1)
PEC Zwolle
(7)(7)
Ajax
(6)
Excelsior
(5)
PEC Zwolle
(0)
Go Ahead Eagles
(8)
Twente
(7)
Fortuna Sittard
(4)
PSV
Cards
1.44 / Match
+44% Cards / Match
NEC received +44% more cards than Groningen in the Eredivisie
1 / Match
Fortuna Sittard
(0)
Ajax
(2)
Go Ahead Eagles
(0)
Cambuur
(4)
Excelsior
(1)
Feyenoord
(1)
PEC Zwolle
(3)(1)
Ajax
(2)
Excelsior
(0)
PEC Zwolle
(0)
Go Ahead Eagles
(1)
Twente
(3)
Fortuna Sittard
(1)
PSV
Goals Scored
1.67 / Match
+46%
Groningen is +46% better in terms of goals scored
2.44 / Match
Fortuna Sittard
(2)
Ajax
(1)
Go Ahead Eagles
(1)
Cambuur
(0)
Excelsior
(2)
Feyenoord
(1)
PEC Zwolle
(3)(2)
Ajax
(5)
Excelsior
(3)
PEC Zwolle
(1)
Go Ahead Eagles
(2)
Twente
(2)
Fortuna Sittard
(1)
PSV
Goals Conceded
1.78 / Match
+16%
Groningen condeded +16% more goals than NEC
2.11 / Match
Fortuna Sittard
(2)
Ajax
(1)
Go Ahead Eagles
(1)
Cambuur
(3)
Excelsior
(2)
Feyenoord
(3)
PEC Zwolle
(1)(5)
Ajax
(1)
Excelsior
(0)
PEC Zwolle
(1)
Go Ahead Eagles
(2)
Twente
(3)
Fortuna Sittard
(5)
PSV
Eredivisie Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Feyenoord
|
9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 31 | 10 | 21 | 23 | 2.56 |
| 2 |
AZ
|
9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 20 | 2.22 |
| 3 |
PSV
|
9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 2.11 |
| 4 |
Ajax
|
9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 27 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 2 |
| 5 |
Twente
|
9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 17 | 1.89 |
| 6 |
Fortuna Sittard
|
9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 16 | 17 | -1 | 15 | 1.67 |
| 7 |
Groningen
|
9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 22 | 19 | 3 | 14 | 1.56 |
| 8 |
Go Ahead Eagles
|
10 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 23 | 23 | 0 | 14 | 1.4 |
| 9 |
Heerenveen
|
9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 4 | 12 | 1.33 |
| 10 |
Excelsior
|
9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 18 | -2 | 11 | 1.22 |
| 11 |
Utrecht
|
9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 26 | -10 | 11 | 1.22 |
| 12 |
NEC
|
9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 16 | -1 | 10 | 1.11 |
| 13 |
Sparta Rotterdam
|
9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 22 | -6 | 9 | 1 |
| 14 |
Cambuur
|
9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 21 | -8 | 9 | 1 |
| 15 |
PEC Zwolle
|
9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 22 | -12 | 7 | 0.78 |
| 16 |
ADO Den Haag
|
9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 20 | -9 | 6 | 0.67 |
| 17 |
Telstar
|
10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 21 | -9 | 6 | 0.6 |
| 18 |
Willem II
|
9 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 26 | -17 | 2 | 0.22 |
Odds
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