7 February 2023 at 20:00
Match Summary
Heerenveen defeated NAC Breda 2:1. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2022. Goals were scored by T. Boere 16′, S. van Hooijdonk 45′, S. van Hooijdonk 53′. 6 yellow cards were shown. NAC Breda had 44% possession while Heerenveen held 56%. NAC Breda had 8 shots (7 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Heerenveen. NAC Breda made 5 substitutions, Heerenveen made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between NAC Breda and Heerenveen — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Kaib
assist: M. van Ewijk
Match Statistics
NAC Breda had 44% possession against Heerenveen's 56%. NAC Breda registered 8 shots (7 on target) while Heerenveen managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
NAC Breda lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under P. Hyballa, while Heerenveen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under K. van Wonderen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for NAC Breda is 6.20, compared to — 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. NAC Breda's highest-rated starter is B. Lucassen (6.20), while Heerenveen's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
NAC Breda deploy 5 defenders rated 6.20 on average, against Heerenveen'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
NAC Breda field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Heerenveen'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
NAC Breda start 2 forward(s) averaging —, 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 87% for NAC Breda and —% 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of NAC Breda's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: C. Staring (24), oldest: R. Kortsmit (33)), while Heerenveen average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Coach: P. Hyballa
Substitutes
Coach: K. van Wonderen
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, NAC Breda have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats. Heerenveen show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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NAC Breda vs Heerenveen Head to Head Results
NAC Breda and Heerenveen have met 18 times — NAC Breda won 3, Heerenveen won 11, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Heerenveen leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 50 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.78 per match (18 for the home side, 32 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (39%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Heerenveen are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
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