25 September 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: Feyenoord
Away Record: NEC Nijmegen
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Feyenoord defeated NEC Nijmegen 5:3. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by O. Kökçü 14′ (pen.), L. Sinisterra 17′, M. Mattsson 32′, C. Odenthal 44′, C. Verdonk 74′, G. Til 80′, G. Til 89′, C. Dessers 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Feyenoord had 73% possession while NEC Nijmegen held 27%. Feyenoord had 19 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for NEC Nijmegen. Feyenoord made 3 substitutions, NEC Nijmegen made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Guus Til 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Feyenoord and NEC Nijmegen — 8 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: M. Senesi
assist: J. Okita
assist: J. Okita
assist: J. Vet
assist: O. Kökçü
assist: B. Linssen
assist: B. Linssen
Match Statistics
Feyenoord had 73% possession against NEC Nijmegen's 27%. Feyenoord registered 19 shots (7 on target) while NEC Nijmegen managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–1. Fouls committed: 12–12.
Lineups
Feyenoord lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Slot, while NEC Nijmegen deployed a 5-3-2 under R. Meijer.
Defensive Solidity
Feyenoord deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against NEC Nijmegen's 5-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
Feyenoord field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus NEC Nijmegen's 3 rated —. 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
Feyenoord start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Feyenoord's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: J. Bijlow (27), oldest: G. Trauner (33)), while NEC Nijmegen average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Feyenoord's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 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: A. Slot
Substitutes
Coach: R. Meijer
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Feyenoord have recorded 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 defeats. NEC Nijmegen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Feyenoord
NEC Nijmegen
Feyenoord vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Results
Feyenoord and NEC Nijmegen have met 22 times — Feyenoord won 11, NEC Nijmegen won 4, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Feyenoord leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 22 meetings. A combined 70 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.18 per match (44 for the home side, 26 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 13 matches (59%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. NEC Nijmegen are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2025.
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Feyenoord
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Drawn
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NEC Nijmegen
Recent Meetings (22)
API data: 15 Mar 2026