Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 August

Heracles Almelo

L L L L L

18th place in Holland Eredivisie

1-4

16/08/2025 14:00

NEC Nijmegen

W D D D L

3rd place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen on 16 August 2025 (kick-off: 14:00) 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 18th with 19 points after 34 matches.
NEC Nijmegen sit 3rd with 59 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: NEC Nijmegen to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors NEC Nijmegen, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Heracles Almelo have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

14:00

2025-08-16

Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen - Prediction & Odds

Heracles Almelo

NEC Nijmegen

2025-08-16 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2025

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

01 PSV Eindhoven	84	34	27	3	4	101	45	56
02 Feyenoord	65	34	19	8	7	70	44	26
03 NEC Nijmegen	59	34	16	11	7	77	53	24
04 FC Twente Enschede	58	34	15	13	6	59	40	19
05 AFC Ajax	56	34	14	14	6	62	41	21
06 FC Utrecht	53	34	15	8	11	55	42	13
07 AZ Alkmaar	52	34	14	10	10	58	51	7
08 SC Heerenveen	51	34	14	9	11	57	53	4
09 Groningen	48	34	14	6	14	49	45	4
10 Sparta Rotterdam	43	34	12	7	15	40	62	-22
11 Fortuna Sittard	39	34	11	6	17	49	63	-14
12 Go Ahead Eagles	38	34	8	14	12	54	53	1
13 Excelsior SBV	38	34	10	8	16	43	56	-13
14 SC Telstar	37	34	9	10	15	49	55	-6
15 PEC Zwolle	37	34	9	10	15	44	71	-27
16 Volendam	32	34	8	8	18	35	55	-20
17 NAC Breda	29	34	6	11	17	35	58	-23
18 Heracles Almelo	19	34	5	4	25	35	85	-50

Head To Head

18/05/2025 08:30

Heracles Almelo

1 - 2

NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

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

Heracles Almelo

33%

Draw

17%

NEC Nijmegen

50%

Heracles Almelo Last 6 matches

02/08/2025 08:30

Heracles Almelo 3 - 1 RKC Waalwijk INT CF

25/07/2025 12:00

Heracles Almelo 1 - 2 Excelsior SBV INT CF

18/07/2025 12:00

Heracles Almelo 4 - 1 Preuben Munster INT CF

12/07/2025 08:30

Heracles Almelo 2 - 1 FCV Dender EH INT CF

08/07/2025 12:00

Heracles Almelo 1 - 1 Kickers Emden INT CF

18/05/2025 08:30

Heracles Almelo 1 - 2 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches NEC Nijmegen

09/08/2025 10:30

NEC Nijmegen 5 - 0 Excelsior SBV HOL D1

02/08/2025 10:00

NEC Nijmegen 3 - 1 Blackburn Rovers INT CF

26/07/2025 08:00

NEC Nijmegen 2 - 3 PAOK Saloniki INT CF

23/07/2025 13:00

De Treffers 0 - 3 NEC Nijmegen INT CF

19/07/2025 08:00

Groningen 1 - 2 NEC Nijmegen INT CF

12/07/2025 08:00

NEC Nijmegen 1 - 0 Kaizer Chiefs INT CF

Win

83%

Draw

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

218

Avg. per game

0.81

Conceded

256

Avg. per game

0.95

Scored

273

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

196

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 270 matches

YesNo

138 (51%)132 (49%)

In last 270 matches

NoYes

169 (62%)103 (38%)

Heracles Almelo

Recent matches

NEC Nijmegen

Under /Over

(93%)42 3(7%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(93%)42 3(7%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

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

Heracles Almelo

NEC Nijmegen

Shots

Heracles Almelo

Total shots

11.30 avg / game

Blocked

506 total

Avg. 2.96

NEC Nijmegen

Total shots

13.53 avg / game

Blocked

612 total

Avg. 3.78

Heracles Almelo Pass NEC Nijmegen

Total passes

81609

Avg. 392 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

78808

Avg. 431 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Heracles Almelo

270

Played games

NEC Nijmegen

272

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.25

4.70

1269

Corners

1339

4.92

14.33

3870

Throw-ins

3716

13.66

1.32

356

Offsides

312

1.15

2.94

795

GK saves

807

2.97

Heracles Almelo

DISCIPLINARY

NEC Nijmegen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.47

398

355

1.31

0.06

0.07

9.53

2574

Fouls

2380

8.75

12.29

3319

Tackles

2797

10.28

NEXT MATCHES

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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 16 August 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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