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Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction

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Utrecht

€51.40m

15 Mar 15:30
0 : 1

NEC Nijmegen

€34.35m

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Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction Eredivisie
Utrecht welcomes NEC Nijmegen to Stadion Galgenwaard on March 15, and if the odds are anything to go by, the hosts are the favorites. With odds of 1.8 for a home win, Utrecht is expected to take control, but NEC Nijmegen won’t go down without a fight. Looking at the numbers, our AI system gives Utrecht a 4.6/10 confidence in securing the win, which isn’t exactly a ringing endorsement, but it’s still the best bet on the table. The predicted final score? A tight 1-0 victory for the home side, with a goalless first half expected. If you’re considering the goals market, the under 3.5 goals bet (odds of 1.48) looks like a solid option. Recent Form & Head-to-Head Utrecht has been in decent form, pulling off a stunning 2-2 draw against PSV Eindhoven in February despite being massive underdogs at 7.58 odds. Meanwhile, NEC Nijmegen also caused an upset, holding Feyenoord to a 0-0 draw away from home at 6.0 odds. These results show both teams have the potential to shake things up. Their last head-to-head meeting in March 2024 saw Utrecht claim a 1-0 win, and history might just repeat itself. The home side has a market value of €51.40m, significantly higher than NEC Nijmegen’s €34.35m, which could indicate a stronger squad depth. Key Match Stats & Predictions - Possession: Utrecht 59% – NEC Nijmegen 41% - Total Shots: Utrecht 16 – NEC Nijmegen 9 - Shots on Target: Utrecht 6 – NEC Nijmegen 3 - Corners: Utrecht 5 – NEC Nijmegen 3 - Yellow Cards: Utrecht 1 – NEC Nijmegen 2 Historically, Eredivisie matches see home teams win 44.6% of the time, and with Utrecht’s recent performances, they have a strong chance to add to that statistic. However, NEC Nijmegen has proven they can grind out results against stronger opposition. Betting Verdict A Utrecht win at 1.8 odds is the AI’s best pick, but with only 4.6/10 confidence, it’s not a guaranteed banker. The under 3.5 goals bet looks safer given the predicted low-scoring affair. If you’re feeling adventurous, a 1-0 correct score bet could bring solid returns. Will Utrecht live up to expectations, or will NEC Nijmegen spoil the party? One thing’s for sure—this Eredivisie clash is set to be an intriguing battle!

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The best betting football prediction for Utrecht vs NEC Nijmegen

1 -118

Utrecht is expected to win with odds of -118
4/10

1x2 Tip

1-118

Utrecht is expected to win with odds of -118
4/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -222

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match
1/10

Both Teams To Score

No 120

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U4.5 -185

Home win/draw and under 4.5 goals
3/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

1:0

Stats Predictions

59%
Ball Possession
41%
16
Total Shots
9
6
Shots on Goal
3
4
Shots Off Goal
3
5
Corners
3
1
Yellow Cards
2

Average / Match

2.7
Total Goals
3.5
1.4
Goals Scored
1.6
1.3
Goals Against
1.9
49%
Possession
46%
14.4
Total Shots
10.8
5.2
Shots on Goal
4.3
4.9
Shots off Goal
3.9
10
Fouls
10
4.7
Corners
3.7
0.9
Offsides
1.3
1.2
Yellow Cards
1.33
0
Red Cards
0.11
405
Total Passes
386

Overview Last 10 Matches

4
Wins
2
7
Over 1.5 Goals
8
5
Over 2.5 Goals
7
3
Over 3.5 Goals
6
6
Both Teams Scored
7
1
Unexpected Wins
0
1
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Utrecht
8 - 6 - 6
NEC Nijmegen

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Team Matches Goals Points
1 PSV EindhovenPSV Eindhoven 34
103-39
79
2 AjaxAjax 34
67-32
78
3 FeyenoordFeyenoord 34
76-38
68
4 UtrechtUtrecht 34
62-45
64
5 AZ AlkmaarAZ Alkmaar 34
58-37
57
6 TwenteTwente 34
62-49
54
7 GO Ahead EaglesGO Ahead Eagle 34
57-55
51
8 NEC NijmegenNEC Nijmegen 34
51-46
43
9 HeerenveenHeerenveen 34
42-57
43
10 PEC ZwollePEC Zwolle 34
43-51
41
11 Fortuna SittardFortuna Sittar 34
37-54
41
12 Sparta RotterdamSparta Rotterd 34
39-43
39
13 GroningenGroningen 34
40-53
39
14 HeraclesHeracles 34
42-63
38
15 NAC BredaNAC Breda 34
34-58
33
16 Willem IIWillem II 34
34-56
26
17 WaalwijkWaalwijk 34
44-74
25
18 Almere City FCAlmere City FC 34
23-64
22
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