The upcoming meeting between Groningen and NEC takes place at Hitachi Capital Mobility Stadium on 10 May 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Netherlands Eredivisie. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Groningen operate with a well-rounded tactical structure.
NEC rely on wing-backs to provide width.
Groningen are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
Despite similar results, NEC have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
NEC's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Groningen continue to show resilience at the back. The back line has been performing reliably.
In contrast, NEC have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
There is little difference in NEC's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Groningen have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
Similarly, NEC show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Much depends on the opponent.
Only small differences appear in NEC's match tempo home versus away.
Groningen have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Meanwhile, NEC have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
There is little difference in NEC's scoring output across venues.
