14 August 2021 at 19:00
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Ajax
Away Record: NEC Nijmegen
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Ajax defeated NEC Nijmegen 5:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by S. Haller 6′, N. Mazraoui 10′, B. van Rooij 14′ (o.g.), D. Tadić 20′, D. Tadić 39′. Ajax had 72% possession while NEC Nijmegen held 28%. Ajax had 25 shots (9 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for NEC Nijmegen. Ajax made 4 substitutions, NEC Nijmegen made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Ajax and NEC Nijmegen — 5 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: N. Mazraoui
assist: D. Tadić
Own Goal
assist: S. Berghuis
Match Statistics
Ajax had 72% possession against NEC Nijmegen's 28%. Ajax registered 25 shots (9 on target) while NEC Nijmegen managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 10–0. Fouls committed: 6–6.
Lineups
Ajax lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under E. ten Hag, while NEC Nijmegen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Meijer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Ajax is 7.10, compared to 6.75 for NEC Nijmegen. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Ajax's highest-rated starter is S. Berghuis (7.29), while NEC Nijmegen's best-rated player is D. Proper (6.75).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Ajax have contributed 10 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Klaassen (6G). NEC Nijmegen's starters account for 3 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by D. Proper (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Ajax deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against NEC Nijmegen's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Ajax field 5 midfielders averaging 7.10, versus NEC Nijmegen's 5 rated 6.75. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Ajax start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for NEC Nijmegen averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 83% for Ajax and 80% for NEC Nijmegen. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Ajax's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for NEC Nijmegen. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Ajax's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: D. Klaassen (32), oldest: S. Berghuis (34)), while NEC Nijmegen average 23.0 (youngest: D. Proper (23), oldest: D. Proper (23)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Ajax's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 20 for NEC Nijmegen. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: E. ten Hag
Substitutes
Coach: R. Meijer
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Ajax have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. NEC Nijmegen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Ajax
NEC Nijmegen
Ajax vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Results
Ajax and NEC Nijmegen have met 21 times — Ajax won 13, NEC Nijmegen won 1, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Ajax leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 72 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.43 per match (51 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (71%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. NEC Nijmegen are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–6 in 2012.
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Ajax
7
Drawn
1
NEC Nijmegen
Recent Meetings (21)
API data: 15 Mar 2026