19 February 2022 at 15:30
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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: NEC Nijmegen
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Away Record: Waalwijk
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
NEC Nijmegen and Waalwijk drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by R. van der Venne 18′, J. Okita 88′. 5 yellow cards were shown. NEC Nijmegen had 73% possession while Waalwijk held 27%. NEC Nijmegen had 24 shots (6 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Waalwijk. NEC Nijmegen made 4 substitutions, Waalwijk made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between NEC Nijmegen and Waalwijk — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. Tavşan
Match Statistics
NEC Nijmegen had 73% possession against Waalwijk's 27%. NEC Nijmegen registered 24 shots (6 on target) while Waalwijk managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–3. Fouls committed: 7–16.
Lineups
NEC Nijmegen lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under R. Meijer, while Waalwijk deployed a 5-3-2 under J. Oosting.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for NEC Nijmegen is —, compared to 6.57 for Waalwijk. 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. NEC Nijmegen's highest-rated starter is —, while Waalwijk's best-rated player is R. van der Venne (6.64).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of NEC Nijmegen have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Waalwijk's starters account for 4 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by R. van der Venne (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
NEC Nijmegen deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Waalwijk'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
NEC Nijmegen field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Waalwijk's 3 rated 6.64. 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
NEC Nijmegen start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Waalwijk averaging 6.51. 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 —% for NEC Nijmegen and 75% for Waalwijk. 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
NEC Nijmegen's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Waalwijk. 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 NEC Nijmegen's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Waalwijk average 35.0 (youngest: R. van der Venne (33), oldest: M. Kramer (37)). 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
NEC Nijmegen's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 22 for Waalwijk. 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: R. Meijer
Substitutes
Coach: J. Oosting
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, NEC Nijmegen have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Waalwijk show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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NEC Nijmegen vs Waalwijk Head to Head Results
NEC Nijmegen and Waalwijk have met 21 times — NEC Nijmegen won 13, Waalwijk won 6, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. NEC Nijmegen leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 61 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.90 per match (40 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (52%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (62%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–1 in 2022.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (21)
API data: 15 Mar 2026