12 March 2022 at 17:45
Betting Odds & Historical Data
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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: Groningen
Away Record: NEC Nijmegen
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Groningen defeated NEC Nijmegen 4:3. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by M. de Leeuw 2′, A. Akman 13′, J. Larsen 22′, L. Schöne 29′, M. Mattsson 32′, R. Postema 80′, R. Postema 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Groningen had 59% possession while NEC Nijmegen held 41%. Groningen had 20 shots (7 on target) compared to 18 (7 on target) for NEC Nijmegen. Groningen made 5 substitutions, NEC Nijmegen made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Groningen and NEC Nijmegen — 7 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: L. Duarte
assist: D. Dankerlui
Match Statistics
Groningen had 59% possession against NEC Nijmegen's 41%. Groningen registered 20 shots (7 on target) while NEC Nijmegen managed 18 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 8–10. Fouls committed: 8–6.
Lineups
Groningen lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under D. Buijs, while NEC Nijmegen deployed a 3-4-1-2 under R. Meijer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Groningen is —, 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. Groningen's highest-rated starter is —, while NEC Nijmegen's best-rated player is C. Verdonk (7.28).
Defensive Solidity
Groningen deploy 3 defenders rated — 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
Groningen field 4 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
Groningen 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 —% for Groningen 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 Groningen's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), 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
Groningen's starters average 0 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. Buijs
Substitutes
Coach: R. Meijer
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Groningen have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. NEC Nijmegen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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NEC Nijmegen
Groningen vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Results
Groningen and NEC Nijmegen have met 21 times — Groningen won 5, NEC Nijmegen won 10, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. NEC Nijmegen leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 72 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.43 per match (31 for the home side, 41 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2013.
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Recent Meetings (21)
API data: 15 Mar 2026