Utrecht vs NEC Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
The upcoming meeting between Utrecht and NEC takes place at Galgenwaard on 08 November 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.
Utrecht favour an offensive setup focused on creating chances.
NEC operate with a flexible back three.
Recent Form
Utrecht
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NEC
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Utrecht are in flying form, dominating recent fixtures. Confidence should be high going into the next match.
In contrast, NEC are currently going through a difficult run of form. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
Recent Form Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
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NEC (Away)
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Utrecht's strongest performances have come in away fixtures.
A surprising trend, with NEC far more successful on the road.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Utrecht
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NEC
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Utrecht have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Likewise, NEC are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
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NEC (Away)
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Utrecht's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
There is little difference in NEC's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Utrecht
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NEC
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Utrecht are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
However, NEC have often featured in open games with several goals. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
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NEC (Away)
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Utrecht's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
NEC's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
Scoring Consistency
Utrecht
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NEC
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Utrecht show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Also, NEC have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
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NEC (Away)
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Utrecht's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.
NEC's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
On average Utrecht scores 1.2 and concedes 2.8 goals in home matches, while NEC averagely scores 2 and concedes 1.5 goals in away matches.
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Utrecht vs NEC Video Content
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Utrecht vs NEC Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average Utrecht scores after every 8.1 shots, while NEC gets averagely 11.6 shots in a game.
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Utrecht vs NEC Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Utrecht fielded the below lineup in the last match against Zwolle:
In their last match against Fortuna Sittard starting lineup of NEC was the following: Crettaz; Fonville, Kaplan, Storm; Monteiro, Geiger, Nejasmic, Kers; Bischoff, Lebreton; Linssen
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