👉 What is the recommended bet for Heerenveen vs NEC?

The prediction and betting suggestion for Heerenveen vs NEC, on 27 April 2025, in our analysis, is for: Heerenveen to win ⇒ bet available at Bet365.

👉 What stadium will Heerenveen vs NEC be played at?

Heerenveen vs NEC on 27 April 2025 will be played in Heerenveen, at Abe Lenstra Stadion.

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Heerenveen vs NEC Prediction – Eredivisie

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Here you find the best prediction for Heerenveen vs NEC for the Eredivisie, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent records and the key statistics of their last games to provide the best prediction for this match between Heerenveen vs NEC.

Heerenveen

27 April 2025 – 12::30
Eredivisie
2024/2025
Normal Time – Round 30

NEC

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Heerenveen vs NEC

The best prediction for Heerenveen vs NEC in the Eredivisie is a victory for Heerenveen. Heerenveen has demonstrated strong performance at home, while NEC, although capable of causing threats, struggles against stronger opponents. Thus, placing a bet on a Heerenveen win appears to be a sound choice.

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Match preview: Heerenveen vs NEC

Heerenveen and NEC play at Abe Lenstra Stadion, in a match of the 30th round of the Eredivisie. In the last confrontation between these teams in this competition, on 19-0-2024, NEC Nijmegen won at home by (3-0). At this stadium, the history of direct confrontations favours the visiting team, which has 1 victory and 2 draws in the last 3 games. However, the last time they met at this stadium was on 07-0-2023, in a match within the Eredivisie that ended in a draw (1-1). The goals of that match were scored by Patrik Wålemark (6 ′) for Heerenveen and Bas Dost (45 ′) for NEC. In this match, the home advantage may be significant, as Heerenveen shows marked differences in performance between home and away games.

Team analysis: Heerenveen

The home team faces a delayed match of the 30th round against NEC, having recorded 10 wins, 7 draws, and 13 losses in their league fixtures thus far. This is a stronger team when playing on their own turf, as in the last 30 games, they have 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses as visitors; compared to 8 wins, 6 draws, and only 1 loss at home. In the last 10 home games for the league, Heerenveen has achieved 5 wins, 4 draws, and 1 loss, earning 19 points from a possible 30. Defensive solidity has not been a strong point, as they have conceded at least one goal in each of the last 10 matches, yet their attack has scored regularly, netting goals in 9 of the last 10 league games. In 30 matches in this season, they have managed to overturn the scoreline only twice in the 20 instances where they conceded the first goal. Notably, in their last 15 home games in this competition, they conceded 6 of their 15 goals within the first 15 minutes.

Heerenveen is currently experiencing fluctuations in their form this season, yet they remain hopeful of clinching a playoff spot for the Conference League. Playing at home, they are acutely aware of the importance of securing points, ideally aiming for a victory to maintain their competitive position. The team is likely to adopt an attacking approach, striving to control the match’s tempo and reduce the defensive errors that have impacted their performance. The home advantage could prove decisive, especially if they exhibit intensity and tactical discipline. The match promises to be fiercely contested, and their finishing efficiency might ultimately tip the scales.

Team analysis: NEC

The visiting team is currently in 11th place, having gained 33 points from 9 wins, 6 draws, and 14 losses. In their penultimate match, they suffered a defeat against Sparta Rotterdam (2-0). However, they rebounded in their last match, winning at home against RKC Waalwijk (2-1). This team is not heavily impacted by the venue, displaying comparable results both at home and away; indeed, in their last 30 matches, they have 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses as visitors, netting a total of 12 goals while conceding 21. At home, they have recorded 5 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses, with 33 goals scored and 23 conceded. In their last 10 away matches, NEC has achieved 3 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses, accruing 10 points from a possible 30. The most common result at the end of the first 45 minutes in their league fixtures has been a 0-0 draw, occurring in 5 of their 15 matches. Defensive solidity has not been a hallmark, as they have conceded goals in 8 of the last 10 games, although their attack has found the net in 7 of those encounters. In their away matches, there is a noticeable trend towards low-scoring affairs, with 9 of their last 14 games in the league concluding with fewer than 2.5 goals. In 29 matches this season, they have conceded the first goal 16 times without ever managing to recover the scoring deficit.

NEC arrives with motivation stemming from the prospects of competing for a European playoff place and understands that scoring away from home is critical in maintaining that fight. The team has demonstrated a commendable balance between attack and defence, making them competitive even against traditional rivals. Against Heerenveen, their approach will likely focus on playing at a steady pace, emphasising possession and quick transitions. Taking advantage of the spaces left by their opposition will be pivotal. The encounter is poised to be tightly matched, and maintaining concentration during crucial moments could be the key to securing a favourable result.