5 February 2022 at 19:00
Match Summary
PEC Zwolle and NEC Nijmegen drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by J. Bruijn 26′, D. Redan 27′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. PEC Zwolle had 43% possession while NEC Nijmegen held 57%. PEC Zwolle had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for NEC Nijmegen. PEC Zwolle made 6 substitutions, NEC Nijmegen made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between PEC Zwolle and NEC Nijmegen — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Saymak
Match Statistics
PEC Zwolle had 43% possession against NEC Nijmegen's 57%. PEC Zwolle registered 13 shots (5 on target) while NEC Nijmegen managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 12–9.
Lineups
PEC Zwolle lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under D. Schreuder, while NEC Nijmegen deployed a 3-4-1-2 under R. Meijer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for PEC Zwolle is 6.50, compared to 7.28 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. PEC Zwolle's highest-rated starter is E. Reijnders (6.50), while NEC Nijmegen's best-rated player is C. Verdonk (7.28).
Defensive Solidity
PEC Zwolle deploy 5 defenders rated 6.50 on average, against NEC Nijmegen's 3-man backline averaging 7.28. 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
PEC Zwolle field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus NEC Nijmegen's 4 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
PEC Zwolle start 2 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 40% for PEC Zwolle and 83% 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of PEC Zwolle's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: E. Reijnders (25), oldest: E. Reijnders (25)), while NEC Nijmegen average 28.0 (youngest: C. Verdonk (28), oldest: C. Verdonk (28)). 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
PEC Zwolle's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 4 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: D. Schreuder
Substitutes
Coach: R. Meijer
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, PEC Zwolle have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. NEC Nijmegen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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PEC Zwolle vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Results
PEC Zwolle and NEC Nijmegen have met 16 times — PEC Zwolle won 5, NEC Nijmegen won 6, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. NEC Nijmegen leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 51 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.19 per match (26 for the home side, 25 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. NEC Nijmegen are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2014.
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Recent Meetings (16)
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