FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 March

FC Utrecht

W W D W L

7th place in Holland Eredivisie

1-0

17/03/2024 09:30

NEC Nijmegen

W D L W L

6th place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen on 17 March 2024 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen preview before placing your bet.

FC Utrecht are currently 7th with 50 points after 34 matches.
NEC Nijmegen sit 6th with 53 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FC Utrecht to win with probability 47%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Utrecht, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. NEC Nijmegen have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

09:30

2024-03-17

FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen - Prediction & Odds

FC Utrecht

NEC Nijmegen

2024-03-17 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/03/2024

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 PSV Eindhoven	91	34	29	4	1	111	21	90
02 Feyenoord	84	34	26	6	2	92	26	66
03 FC Twente Enschede	69	34	21	6	7	69	36	33
04 AZ Alkmaar	65	34	19	8	7	70	39	31
05 AFC Ajax	56	34	15	11	8	74	61	13
06 NEC Nijmegen	53	34	14	11	9	68	51	17
07 FC Utrecht	50	34	13	11	10	49	47	2
08 Sparta Rotterdam	49	34	14	7	13	51	48	3
09 Go Ahead Eagles	46	34	12	10	12	47	46	1
10 Fortuna Sittard	38	34	9	11	14	37	56	-19
11 SC Heerenveen	37	34	10	7	17	53	70	-17
12 PEC Zwolle	36	34	9	9	16	45	67	-22
13 Almere City FC	34	34	7	13	14	33	59	-26
14 Heracles Almelo	33	34	9	6	19	41	74	-33
15 RKC Waalwijk	29	34	7	8	19	38	56	-18
16 Excelsior SBV	29	34	6	11	17	50	73	-23
17 Volendam	19	34	4	7	23	34	88	-54
18 Vitesse Arnhem	6	34	6	6	22	30	74	-44

Head To Head

23/09/2023 12:45

NEC Nijmegen

3 - 0

FC Utrecht

HOL D1

12/03/2023 07:15

NEC Nijmegen

2 - 2

FC Utrecht

HOL D1

16/09/2022 14:00

FC Utrecht

0 - 0

NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

29/04/2022 14:00

FC Utrecht

1 - 0

NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

22/09/2021 12:45

NEC Nijmegen

0 - 3

FC Utrecht

HOL D1

18/03/2017 14:45

NEC Nijmegen

0 - 3

FC Utrecht

HOL D1

FC Utrecht

50%

Draw

33%

NEC Nijmegen

17%

FC Utrecht Last 6 matches

09/03/2024 15:00

Almere City FC 1 - 1 FC Utrecht HOL D1

03/03/2024 07:15

AFC Ajax 2 - 0 FC Utrecht HOL D1

23/02/2024 15:00

FC Utrecht 1 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

18/02/2024 07:15

FC Twente Enschede 0 - 1 FC Utrecht HOL D1

11/02/2024 09:30

FC Utrecht 4 - 0 Fortuna Sittard HOL D1

04/02/2024 09:30

FC Utrecht 4 - 2 Volendam HOL D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches NEC Nijmegen

10/03/2024 11:45

NEC Nijmegen 2 - 0 SC Heerenveen HOL D1

01/03/2024 15:00

Volendam 2 - 5 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

27/02/2024 15:00

SC Cambuur 1 - 1 NEC Nijmegen HOLC

24/02/2024 16:00

NEC Nijmegen 2 - 0 Sparta Rotterdam HOL D1

18/02/2024 09:30

AFC Ajax 2 - 2 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

09/02/2024 15:00

RKC Waalwijk 2 - 0 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Holland Eredivisie

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

313

Avg. per game

1.06

Conceded

221

Avg. per game

0.75

Scored

273

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

196

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 295 matches

YesNo

192 (65%)103 (35%)

In last 295 matches

NoYes

169 (62%)103 (38%)

FC Utrecht

Recent matches

NEC Nijmegen

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(93%)42 3(7%)

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(82%)37 8(18%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Utrecht

NEC Nijmegen

Shots

FC Utrecht

Total shots

13.64 avg / game

Blocked

779 total

Avg. 3.76

NEC Nijmegen

Total shots

13.53 avg / game

Blocked

612 total

Avg. 3.78

FC Utrecht Pass NEC Nijmegen

Total passes

95280

Avg. 416 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

78808

Avg. 431 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Utrecht

295

Played games

NEC Nijmegen

272

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.26

Clean sheets

0.25

5.23

1544

Corners

1339

4.92

16.48

4862

Throw-ins

3716

13.66

1.05

310

Offsides

312

1.15

2.47

730

GK saves

807

2.97

FC Utrecht

DISCIPLINARY

NEC Nijmegen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.25

370

355

1.31

0.03

0.07

8.65

2551

Fouls

2380

8.75

12.12

3576

Tackles

2797

10.28

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How We Build the FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen on 17 March 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Holland Eredivisie fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

FC Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Utrecht's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against NEC Nijmegen's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Holland Eredivisie Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Holland Eredivisie standings and the Holland Eredivisie form table to understand exactly where FC Utrecht and NEC Nijmegen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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