19 December 2021 at 13:30
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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: GO Ahead Eagles
Away Record: NEC Nijmegen
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
NEC Nijmegen defeated GO Ahead Eagles 2:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by E. Tavşan 29′, J. Bruijn 37′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. GO Ahead Eagles had 62% possession while NEC Nijmegen held 38%. GO Ahead Eagles had 14 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for NEC Nijmegen. GO Ahead Eagles made 5 substitutions, NEC Nijmegen made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between GO Ahead Eagles and NEC Nijmegen — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
GO Ahead Eagles had 62% possession against NEC Nijmegen's 38%. GO Ahead Eagles registered 14 shots (2 on target) while NEC Nijmegen managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 13–10.
Lineups
GO Ahead Eagles lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under K. van Wonderen, while NEC Nijmegen deployed a 3-4-1-2 under R. Meijer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for GO Ahead Eagles is 6.96, 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. GO Ahead Eagles's highest-rated starter is J. Kramer (7.09), while NEC Nijmegen's best-rated player is D. Proper (6.75).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of GO Ahead Eagles have contributed 2 goals and 6 assists this season, led by J. Kramer (1G). 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
GO Ahead Eagles deploy 3 defenders rated 7.09 on average, against NEC Nijmegen's 3-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
GO Ahead Eagles field 4 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus NEC Nijmegen's 4 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
GO Ahead Eagles start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 85% for GO Ahead Eagles 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
GO Ahead Eagles's starters have collected 4 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 GO Ahead Eagles's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: M. Deijl (28), oldest: J. Kramer (29)), 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
GO Ahead Eagles's starters average 25 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: K. van Wonderen
Substitutes
Coach: R. Meijer
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, GO Ahead Eagles have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. NEC Nijmegen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
GO Ahead Eagles
NEC Nijmegen
GO Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Results
GO Ahead Eagles and NEC Nijmegen have met 23 times — GO Ahead Eagles won 9, NEC Nijmegen won 4, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. GO Ahead Eagles leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 23 meetings. A combined 83 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.61 per match (45 for the home side, 38 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 19 matches (83%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (65%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. GO Ahead Eagles are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–4 in 2019.
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Recent Meetings (23)
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