Match Summary
NEC Nijmegen and Heerenveen drew 2:2. The match was played in Eredivisie 2025. Goals were scored by T. Chery 19′, J. Trenskow 37′, R. Meerveld 45′, T. Chery 57′. NEC Nijmegen had 55% possession while Heerenveen held 45%. NEC Nijmegen had 22 shots (10 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Heerenveen. Expected goals: NEC Nijmegen 2.22 — Heerenveen 1.24. NEC Nijmegen made 4 substitutions, Heerenveen made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between NEC Nijmegen and Heerenveen — 4 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
NEC Nijmegen had 55% possession against Heerenveen's 45%. NEC Nijmegen registered 22 shots (10 on target) while Heerenveen managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 6–11.
Lineups
NEC Nijmegen lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Dick Schreuder, while Heerenveen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Robin Veldman.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for NEC Nijmegen is 7.13, compared to 6.90 for Heerenveen. 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 Jasper Cillessen (7.40), while Heerenveen's best-rated player is Jacob Trenskow (7.26).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of NEC Nijmegen have contributed 13 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Sami Ouaissa (6G). Heerenveen's starters account for 22 goals and 18 assists, spearheaded by Jacob Trenskow (11G). 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 7.00 on average, against Heerenveen's 4-man backline averaging 6.80. 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 7.15, versus Heerenveen's 5 rated 7.05. 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 6.95, compared to 1 for Heerenveen 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 75% for NEC Nijmegen and 79% for Heerenveen. 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 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 25 for Heerenveen. 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 25.4 (youngest: Sami Ouaissa (21), oldest: Jasper Cillessen (36)), while Heerenveen average 23.7 (youngest: Mats Egbring (19), oldest: Joris van Overeem (31)). 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 18 league appearances each, versus 23 for Heerenveen. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, NEC Nijmegen have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Heerenveen show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
NEC Nijmegen and Heerenveen have met 1 times — NEC Nijmegen won 0, Heerenveen won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Heerenveen leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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