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  • 18 October 2025, NEC Nijmegen vs Twente, 3-3, Draw
  • 05 October 2025, Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen, 1-1, Draw
  • 28 September 2025, NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar, 2-1, Win
  • 21 September 2025, Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen, 3-2, Lose
  • 13 September 2025, NEC Nijmegen vs PSV Eindhoven, 3-5, Lose
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  • 18 October 2025, NAC Breda vs PEC Zwolle, 2-2, Draw
  • 04 October 2025, PEC Zwolle vs PSV Eindhoven, 0-4, Lose
  • 27 September 2025, FC Volendam vs PEC Zwolle, 2-1, Lose
  • 24 September 2025, AZ Alkmaar vs PEC Zwolle, 2-2, Draw
  • 21 September 2025, PEC Zwolle vs Go Ahead Eagles, 0-2, Lose
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Eredivisie, Netherlands

NEC Nijmegen emerged as the victors in their Eredivisie clash against PEC Zwolle with a narrow 1-0 win. The lone goal, scored in the second half at 01:27:44 on the match clock, emphasized NEC's determination to edge out their opponents. Statistically, NEC's ability to convert one of their opportunities into a goal set them apart, showcasing clinical finishing that PEC Zwolle lacked.

Disciplinary actions played a crucial role in shaping the match's dynamics. PEC Zwolle's three yellow cards, all accrued before and just into the second half, and a subsequent red card undoubtedly hampered their rhythm and forced tactical reshuffling. NEC, comparatively disciplined with just one yellow card well into the second half, managed to maintain a consistent game plan, which allowed them to capitalize during critical moments.

The disparity in corner kicks, with NEC earning six to PEC Zwolle's two, illustrated the home team's offensive pressure throughout the match. This pressure, although yielding just a single goal, constantly tested Zwolle's defense and goalkeeper, while NEC's defense remained largely untroubled by aerial threats from corners. Furthermore, NEC's limited fouling led to fewer stoppages and allowed them to dictate the match's tempo more effectively than their opponents.

Substitutions and ball possession were influenced significantly by the foul count. PEC Zwolle's higher foul tally of 10, compared to NEC’s six, disrupted their own play and provided NEC multiple set-piece opportunities. However, the strategic management of fouls and maintaining a lower offside count by NEC (one compared to Zwolle’s zero) contributed to fluid play and the creation of more legitimate scoring opportunities, ultimately leading to their decisive goal.

NEC's teamwork and structured play exhibited through better discipline, more corner opportunities, and strategic fouling culminated in determining the match outcome. PEC Zwolle's inability to maintain composure and adapt to the strict officiating resulted in a red card disadvantage and less impactful offensive plays, sealing their fate in this closely contested fixture.

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Form Guide

Draw3-3NEC Nijmegen vs Twente
Draw1-1Go Ahead Eagles vs NEC Nijmegen
Win2-1NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar
Lose3-2Heerenveen vs NEC Nijmegen
Lose3-5NEC Nijmegen vs PSV Eindhoven
PLAYED
5
WINS
1
GOALS
11:13
GOALS / MATCH
2.2
  • NEC Nijmegen has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 11:13, scoring 2.2 goals average
Draw2-2NAC Breda vs PEC Zwolle
Lose0-4PEC Zwolle vs PSV Eindhoven
Lose2-1FC Volendam vs PEC Zwolle
Draw2-2AZ Alkmaar vs PEC Zwolle
Lose0-2PEC Zwolle vs Go Ahead Eagles
PLAYED
5
WINS
0
GOALS
5:12
GOALS / MATCH
1
  • PEC Zwolle has lost three matches in a row with a goal difference of 5:12, scoring 1 goals average

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PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
11:6
GOALS / MATCH
2.20
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, NEC Nijmegen overtook PEC Zwolle four times
  • NEC Nijmegen won four times and had one draw
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 11:6; average goals per match – 2.20
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