NEC vs Heerenveen Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our NEC vs Heerenveen Prediction: 2-2

NEC vs Heerenveen in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 11:15 GMT kick-off on Sunday March 22, 2026. We expect a 2-2 result in a tightly contested match, with BTTS looking like a reliable bet given both teams’ recent scoring form.

This NEC vs Heerenveen prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

NEC's Last Match – NEC vs FC Volendam

NEC will want to continue their winning form after a 3-0 Netherlands Eredivisie victory over FC Volendam, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, NEC controlled 57% of possession and managed 19 shots on goal, with 9 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
NEC	57%	19 (9)	1.55	93
FC Volendam	43%	7 (3)	0.45	21

Heerenveen's Last Match – Excelsior vs Heerenveen

Heerenveen must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 2-1 Netherlands Eredivisie victory over Excelsior in their last outing. In that match, Heerenveen recorded 49% possession, attempting 7 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Excelsior	51%	8 (5)	2.63	74
Heerenveen	49%	7 (4)	1.69	28

NEC vs Heerenveen Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

NEC are averaging 2.1 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Heerenveen average 1.7 scored and 2.1 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

NEC to win: @1.833

Draw: @4

Heerenveen to win: @3.5