8 October 2022 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: NEC Nijmegen
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Away Record: Excelsior
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
NEC Nijmegen and Excelsior drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by L. Dimata 59′, L. Lamprou 88′. 5 yellow cards were shown. NEC Nijmegen had 59% possession while Excelsior held 41%. NEC Nijmegen had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Excelsior. NEC Nijmegen made 2 substitutions, Excelsior made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Magnus Mattsson 36′).
Match Events
Key match events between NEC Nijmegen and Excelsior — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Tannane
Match Statistics
NEC Nijmegen had 59% possession against Excelsior's 41%. NEC Nijmegen registered 16 shots (7 on target) while Excelsior managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–4. Fouls committed: 10–15.
Lineups
NEC Nijmegen lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Meijer, while Excelsior deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Dijkhuizen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for NEC Nijmegen is 7.14, compared to 7.01 for Excelsior. 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 J. Cillessen (7.40), while Excelsior's best-rated player is S. van Gassel (7.44).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of NEC Nijmegen have contributed 3 goals and 1 assists this season, led by D. Proper (3G). Excelsior's starters account for 1 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. van Duinen (1G). 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 4 defenders rated 7.28 on average, against Excelsior's 4-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 5 midfielders averaging 6.75, versus Excelsior's 5 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
NEC Nijmegen start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Excelsior averaging 6.57. 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 68% for NEC Nijmegen and 56% for Excelsior. 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 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Excelsior. 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 29.0 (youngest: D. Proper (23), oldest: J. Cillessen (36)), while Excelsior average 31.5 (youngest: S. van Gassel (29), oldest: M. van Duinen (34)). 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 9 league appearances each, versus 27 for Excelsior. 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: M. Dijkhuizen
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, NEC Nijmegen have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Excelsior show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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NEC Nijmegen vs Excelsior Head to Head Results
NEC Nijmegen and Excelsior have met 16 times — NEC Nijmegen won 9, Excelsior won 6, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. NEC Nijmegen leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 51 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.19 per match (32 for the home side, 19 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (38%). 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 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2023.
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Recent Meetings (16)
API data: 15 Mar 2026