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

Our NAC vs NEC Prediction: 1-2

NAC vs NEC in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 17, 2026. We anticipate a 1-2 away victory, but given both teams’ ability to score, BTTS seems like a valuable betting option.

This NAC vs NEC 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.

If you're looking for more top picks, check out our must-win fixtures for today to see which teams have the highest chance of securing victory!

Recent Form Insights

NAC's Last Match – FC Groningen vs NAC

NAC should win to turn things around after settling for a 0-0 Netherlands Eredivisie draw against FC Groningen on January 10. In that match, NAC recorded 45% possession, firing 7 shots at goal, with 2 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
FC Groningen	55%	12 (4)	1.3	50
NAC	45%	7 (2)	0.82	43

NEC's Last Match – NEC vs Ajax

NEC will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 2-2 Netherlands Eredivisie draw with Ajax on December 20. In that match, NEC had 39% possession and 7 attempts at goal, with 6 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
NEC	39%	7 (6)	2.04	54
Ajax	61%	12 (8)	2.01	62

NAC vs NEC Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

NAC are averaging 0.7 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while NEC average 2.4 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

NAC to win: @3

Draw: @3.6

NEC to win: @2.15

NAC Fixtures

NEC Fixtures