Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – December 18

Heracles Almelo

L D L D L

No standing data

0-0

AET 1-0

18/12/2024 15:00

NEC Nijmegen

D L L L W

No standing data

KNVB Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen on December 18, 2024 (kick-off: 15:00) 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 for you.

Our algorithm prediction: NEC Nijmegen to win with probability 40%.
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

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Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

15:00

2024-12-18

Heracles Almelo vs NEC Nijmegen - Prediction & Odds

Heracles Almelo

NEC Nijmegen

2024-12-18 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/12/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Heracles Almelo and NEC Nijmegen in the KNVB Cup football standings for the 2024-2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

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

29/08/2021 08:30

Heracles Almelo

0 - 1

NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

Heracles Almelo

33%

Draw

17%

NEC Nijmegen

50%

Heracles Almelo Last 6 matches

14/12/2024 16:00

Feyenoord 5 - 2 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

07/12/2024 16:00

Heracles Almelo 2 - 2 Fortuna Sittard HOL D1

01/12/2024 09:30

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

23/11/2024 13:45

Heracles Almelo 2 - 2 RKC Waalwijk HOL D1

08/11/2024 15:00

FC Utrecht 1 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

02/11/2024 13:45

Heracles Almelo 2 - 0 NAC Breda HOL D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches NEC Nijmegen

15/12/2024 09:30

NEC Nijmegen 1 - 1 Sparta Rotterdam HOL D1

07/12/2024 11:30

Go Ahead Eagles 5 - 0 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

01/12/2024 11:45

NEC Nijmegen 1 - 2 AFC Ajax HOL D1

24/11/2024 07:15

NEC Nijmegen 1 - 2 FC Utrecht HOL D1

09/11/2024 16:00

RKC Waalwijk 0 - 3 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

03/11/2024 09:30

NEC Nijmegen 6 - 0 Groningen HOL D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues KNVB Cup

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

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 270 matches

YesNo

138 (51%)132 (49%)

In last 270 matches

NoYes

169 (62%)104 (38%)

Heracles Almelo

Recent matches

NEC Nijmegen

Under /Over

(93%)42 3(7%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

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

(58%)26 19(42%)

/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

616 total

Avg. 3.78

Heracles Almelo Pass NEC Nijmegen

Total passes

81609

Avg. 392 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

79156

Avg. 430 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Heracles Almelo

270

Played games

NEC Nijmegen

273

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.26

4.70

1269

Corners

1341

4.91

14.33

3870

Throw-ins

3742

13.71

1.32

356

Offsides

318

1.16

2.94

795

GK saves

812

2.97

Heracles Almelo

DISCIPLINARY

NEC Nijmegen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.47

398

356

1.30

0.06

0.07

9.53

2574

Fouls

2396

8.78

12.29

3319

Tackles

2811

10.30

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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 December 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 KNVB Cup 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.

KNVB Cup 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 KNVB Cup standings and the KNVB Cup form table to understand exactly where Heracles Almelo and NEC Nijmegen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our KNVB Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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