Our NEC vs PEC Zwolle Prediction: 4-1
NEC vs PEC Zwolle in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 17:45 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 24, 2026. A 4-1 win for the home side is our expected outcome, though over 2.5 goals could be a valuable alternative given both teams' scoring form.
This NEC vs PEC Zwolle 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 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 recorded 39% possession, attempting 7 shots on goal, with 6 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NEC | 39% | 7 (6) | 2.04 | 54 |
Ajax | 61% | 12 (8) | 2.01 | 62 |
PEC Zwolle's Last Match – FC Twente vs PEC Zwolle
PEC Zwolle will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 1-1 Netherlands Eredivisie draw with FC Twente on January 10. In that match, PEC Zwolle controlled 36% of possession and managed 2 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
FC Twente | 64% | 15 (8) | 2.06 | 95 |
PEC Zwolle | 36% | 2 (2) | 0.39 | 20 |
NEC vs PEC Zwolle Stats
Key Stats
| NEC | PEC Zwolle | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.54 | Attacking Strength | 1.09 |
| 0.94 | Defence Strength | 1.6 |
| 2.1 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 8/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 2.4 | Average Scored | 1.6 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
NEC are averaging 2.4 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while PEC Zwolle average 1.6 scored and 2.4 conceded per game.
NEC 24-15
PEC Zwolle 16-24
What are the odds for this match?
NEC to win: @1.45
Draw: @4.5
PEC Zwolle to win: @6.5



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