For the 90th time in their storied history, NEC Nijmegen and PSV Eindhoven renew their rivalry on Saturday, 13 September, as Eredivisie action resumes following the international break at Goffertstadion.
Keep close tabs on Eredivisie predictions after viewing our key NEC Nijmegen vs PSV Eindhoven tips below.
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- NEC Nijmegen have won three of their four opening league games this term (L1).
- The hosts have the best offensive record so far, netting 14 goals in four leagues games.
- PSV Eindhoven are on a six-match winning streak in away Eredivisie matches.
- The Boeren are undefeated in back-to-back league H2Hs (W1, D1).
Correct score prediction: NEC 2-2 PSV
NEC Nijmegen’s remarkable unbeaten start under new coach Dick Schreuder came to an end in their last outing, as Paul Gladon’s 94th-minute winner sealed a dramatic 3-2 victory for Fortuna Sittard.
Despite the late collapse, NEC remain one of the Eredivisie’s surprise packages this term, having scored a league-high 14 goals, two more than reigning champions PSV.
The visitors suffered a shock 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Telstar just before the international break, a result that served as a stark wake-up call. Manager Peter Bosz is well aware of the threat NEC pose if his side fails to rediscover their rhythm.
Given NEC’s attacking quality and PSV’s recent vulnerability, this clash at the Goffertstadion is poised to be a tightly contested, potentially high-scoring affair, with a draw looking like the most probable outcome.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Away side with the backing
- HOME: 17/5 (4.40) – 22.7%
- DRAW: 17/5 (4.40) – 22.7%
- AWAY: 8/13 (1.61) – 62.1%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
NEC have scored eight home across their opening two home fixtures this term, conceding none in the process. However, bookies still view them as underdogs with 17/5 (4.40) odds, which implies a 22.7% chance of victory.
On the other hand, PSV are undefeated in seven straight trips aways from home across all competitions. Odds of 8/13 (1.61) are placed in the visitor‘s favour – a 62.1% win probability rate.
One can find all our predictions for today’s games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: One-sided to say the least
Nijmegen’s 3-1 triumph over PSV in March 2024 remains their only H2H win in their last 24 meetings. Evidently, the visitors from Eindhoven have dominated this fixture in recent times.
Netherlands Eredivisie 01/02/25
NEC
PSV
Netherlands Eredivisie 14/09/24
PSV
NEC
Netherlands Eredivisie 30/03/24
NEC
PSV
Netherlands Eredivisie 16/09/23
PSV
NEC
Netherlands Eredivisie 01/04/23
NEC
PSV
NEC preview: Almost at full strength
Schreuder has virtually no real injury or suspension problems on their hands, except for Bram Nuytink and Jetro Williams’ absences.
Predicted lineup: Crettaz, Pereira, Sano, Verdonk, Ouaissa, Proper, Van Crooij, Onal, Gonzalez, Chery & Linssen
Last five matches:
- Fortuna Sittard 3-2 NEC (Eredivisie)
- NEC 3–0 NAC Breda (Eredivisie)
- Heracles 1-4 NEC (Eredivisie)
- NEC 5-0 Excelsior (Eredivisie)
- NEC 3-1 Blackburn Rovers (Club Friendly)
PSV preview: Five players missing
Bosz will travel to Nijmegen without the services of Alassane Plea, Mauro Junior, Wessel Kuhn, Joey Veerman and Anass Salah-Eddine
Predicted lineup: Kovar (GK), Sildillia, Flamingo, Gasiorowski, Dest; Schouten, Saibari, Man, Til, Van Bommel & Perisic
Last five matches:
- PSV 0-2 Telstar (Eredivisie)
- PSV 4-2 Groningen (Eredivisie)
- FC Twente 0-2 PSV (Eredivisie)
- PSV 6-1 Sparta Rotterdam (Eredivisie)
- PSV 1-0 Go Ahead Eagles (Dutch Super Cup)
Player to watch: Tjarron Chery
Veteran midfielder Tjarron Chery is pivotal in midfield as NEC will look to break PSV’s dominance in the middle-third. The 37-year-old has exceeded expectations this term, registering at least one goal contribution in five of his last six appearances for the club. He has two goals and as many assists in four Eredivisie games this season.