Match Analysis: NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-28
- Time: 10:15 AM UTC
- Location: Goffertstadion, Nijmegen, Netherlands
Game Overview
The upcoming Eredivisie match features NEC Nijmegen hosting AZ Alkmaar. NEC currently stands 7th in the league and AZ Alkmaar holds 5th place. Past head-to-head meetings favor AZ Alkmaar with 10 wins, against NECβs 5 and 8 draws. NEC has shown a mixed recent form with some losses and a couple of wins, while AZ is seen as a slight favorite with better odds.
Key Factors to Consider
- NEC Nijmegen has had inconsistent results recently, with notable losses against Heerenveen (1-3) and PSV (2-4), but also managed wins against Heracles Almelo (3-1) and NAC Breda (3-1). AZ Alkmaar generally shows stronger form and higher league position.
- In their historical clashes, AZ Alkmaar leads with 10 wins compared to NEC Nijmegenβs 5 wins, alongside 8 draws. This suggests AZ has a psychological and historical advantage.
- No specific injury data available from the provided sources; thus, presumed no major injury reports affecting either team.
- The fixture is played at NECβs home ground, Goffertstadion, which may provide home advantage. Weather or other external conditions were not detailed.
- AZ Alkmaar aims to consolidate their higher league standing and assert dominance over a nearby rival, while NEC will be motivated to use home advantage to narrow the gap in the standings.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | AZ Alkmaar: 1.08, NEC Nijmegen: 1.89, Draw: 2.95 | AZ Alkmaar win | β β β β β 70% |
| Spread | AZ Alkmaar -0.25: -110, NEC Nijmegen +25: -110 | AZ Alkmaar -0.25 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over 3.25: -108, Under 3.25: -112 | Over 3.25 goals | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | AZ Alkmaar 4% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 3.25 12% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 3.25 at 12% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 12.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
AZ Alkmaar is predicted to win narrowly due to superior form, head-to-head advantage, and league position, though NECβs home advantage makes a close match likely.
Predicted Score: 1-2