Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Heracles Almelo

W L L W L

14th place in Holland Eredivisie

1-2

18/05/2025 08:30

NEC Nijmegen

W L D W W

8th place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 08:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen preview before placing your bet.

Heracles Almelo are currently 14th with 38 points after 34 matches.
NEC Nijmegen sit 8th with 43 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: NEC Nijmegen to win with probability 38%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Heracles Almelo and NEC Nijmegen have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

08:30

2025-05-18

Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen - Prediction & Odds

Heracles Almelo

NEC Nijmegen

2025-05-18 08:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

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

01 PSV Eindhoven	79	34	25	4	5	103	39	64
02 AFC Ajax	78	34	24	6	4	67	32	35
03 Feyenoord	68	34	20	8	6	76	38	38
04 FC Utrecht	64	34	18	10	6	62	45	17
05 AZ Alkmaar	57	34	16	9	9	58	37	21
06 FC Twente Enschede	54	34	15	9	10	62	49	13
07 Go Ahead Eagles	51	34	14	9	11	57	55	2
08 NEC Nijmegen	43	34	12	7	15	51	46	5
09 SC Heerenveen	43	34	12	7	15	42	57	-15
10 PEC Zwolle	41	34	10	11	13	43	51	-8
11 Fortuna Sittard	41	34	11	8	15	37	54	-17
12 Sparta Rotterdam	39	34	9	12	13	39	43	-4
13 Groningen	39	34	10	9	15	40	53	-13
14 Heracles Almelo	38	34	9	11	14	42	63	-21
15 NAC Breda	33	34	8	9	17	34	58	-24
16 Willem II	26	34	6	8	20	34	56	-22
17 RKC Waalwijk	25	34	6	7	21	44	74	-30
18 Almere City FC	22	34	4	10	20	23	64	-41

Head To Head

18/12/2024 15:00

Heracles Almelo

0 - 0

NEC Nijmegen

HOLC

21/09/2024 15:00

NEC Nijmegen

1 - 2

Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

03/02/2024 16:00

NEC Nijmegen

3 - 1

Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

18/08/2023 14:00

Heracles Almelo

2 - 1

NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

29/07/2022 13:00

Heracles Almelo

1 - 3

NEC Nijmegen

INT CF

15/01/2022 13:45

NEC Nijmegen

0 - 0

Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

Heracles Almelo

33%

Draw

33%

NEC Nijmegen

33%

Heracles Almelo Last 6 matches

14/05/2025 14:00

PSV Eindhoven 4 - 1 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

09/05/2025 14:00

Willem II 1 - 2 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

03/05/2025 12:45

Heracles Almelo 1 - 4 Feyenoord HOL D1

23/04/2025 14:00

Groningen 4 - 1 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

13/04/2025 08:30

Heracles Almelo 1 - 0 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

06/04/2025 06:15

RKC Waalwijk 0 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches NEC Nijmegen

14/05/2025 14:00

NEC Nijmegen 3 - 0 NAC Breda HOL D1

11/05/2025 10:45

AFC Ajax 0 - 3 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

03/05/2025 10:30

NEC Nijmegen 1 - 1 Willem II HOL D1

27/04/2025 08:30

SC Heerenveen 1 - 0 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

11/04/2025 14:00

NEC Nijmegen 2 - 1 RKC Waalwijk HOL D1

06/04/2025 08:30

Sparta Rotterdam 2 - 0 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

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

Heracles Almelo

NEC Nijmegen

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.94

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.94

Scored

Avg. per game

1.41

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 17 home matches

YesNo

13 (76%)4 (24%)

In last 17 home matches

NoYes

13 (76%)4 (24%)

Heracles Almelo

Recent matches

NEC Nijmegen

Under /Over

(88%)15 2(12%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

Under /Over

(35%)6 11(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

Under /Over

(65%)11 6(35%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(65%)11 6(35%)

/Yes

(82%)14 3(18%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(76%)13 4(24%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Heracles Almelo

NEC Nijmegen

Shots

Heracles Almelo

Total shots

14.24 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 3.29

NEC Nijmegen

Total shots

14.94 avg / game

Blocked

44 total

Avg. 4.00

Heracles Almelo Pass NEC Nijmegen

Total passes

6378

Avg. 375 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

7259

Avg. 427 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Heracles Almelo

Played games

NEC Nijmegen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.18

Clean sheets

0.24

6.06

103

Corners

5.12

21.41

364

Throw-ins

386

22.71

1.82

Offsides

1.00

4.00

GK saves

3.24

Heracles Almelo

DISCIPLINARY

NEC Nijmegen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.88

1.06

0.12

0.06

12.06

205

Fouls

192

11.29

18.65

317

Tackles

284

16.71

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How We Build the Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen on 18 May 2025 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.

Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Heracles Almelo'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 Heracles Almelo and NEC Nijmegen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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