NEC Nijmegen vs PSV Eindhoven Prediction: Asian Handicap Covered For The Lightbulbs

NEC Nijmegen will welcome PSV Eindhoven to the Goffertstadion in the 27th round of the Eredivisie. 

PSV Eindhoven are currently on a 12-match winning streak in this fixture, outscoring their adversary 39-9. They will be aiming to extend that winning run to thirteen matches by securing a comfortable win away from home, where they've won 11 out of their last 13 matches in the league. 

Let's have a look at the latest Netherlands Eredivisie predictions between NEC Nijmegen vs. PSV Eindhoven, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

NEC Nijmegen

Form: LWWWD

NEC Nijmegen is currently having a decent season under the guidance of Rogier Meijer. Considering that they have solid and experienced players in the squad, NEC Nijmegen has everything to fight for this season, such as concluding the season in the European football spots and maintaining this level of play, which would be satisfactory for them.

In their recent league match against resilient FC Utrecht, they couldn't maintain their rich vein of form as they succumbed to a 1-0 away defeat, ultimately spelling the end of their three-match winning streak. However, despite that loss, Rogier Meijer and his wards still remain confident heading into this matchup, given they have only lost one of their last six matches across all competitions.

With 39 points accumulated from 26 matches played, NEC Nijmegen currently sits in sixth place in the Eredivisie standings, two points ahead of the seventh-placed Go Ahead Eagles and two points adrift of the fifth-placed Ajax Amsterdam. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Cillessen; Van Rooij, Nuytinck, Sandler, Verdonk; Schone, Hoedemakers; Rober, Sano, Hansen; Ogawa

PSV Eindhoven

Form: WWDWW

PSV's current season is shaping up incredibly well. In the league, they have won 23 out of their last 26 matches played, and what's more interesting is that they are the only team yet to suffer defeat. 

In their recent league match against FC Twente, indisputably their most challenging fixture, they managed to come out on top with a dramatic 1-0 triumph in front of their supporters, extending their winning streak to two matches. 

The Lightbulbs are currently in the driving seat in the Eredivisie standings, where 72 points accumulated from 26 matches played have seen them maintain an unassailable ten-point lead over second-placed Feyenoord.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Benitez; Teze, Ramalho, Boscagli, Dest; Schouten, Veerman; Pepi, Til, Lozano; De Jong

Match Facts

• NEC Nijmegen have lost one of their last six matches across all competitions.
• PSV Eindhoven have gone 21 games without suffering defeat when playing away.
• NEC Nijmegen averages 2.15 goals per game when playing at home, and PSV Eindhoven averages 3.46 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 50 meetings, NEC Nijmegen have won 3 times, PSV Eindhoven have won 40 times, and there have been 7 draws, with the goal difference being 135-37 in favor of PSV Eindhoven. 

Expert Betting Tips

Throughout this season, PSV Eindhoven will consistently be seen as the favorites in all their matches, marking a trend that will distinguish them for the remainder of the campaign owing to their exceptional performance. With 11 wins out of 13 on the road, it's without a shadow of a doubt that they'll turn out to be a formidable opponent in this impending encounter against a side they've dominated in their past meetings.

Considering that the away side has surpassed the Asian handicap spread of -1.5 in their past three matches in this fixture, we expect the same trend to continue here in what will be a one-sided affair.

• Asian Handicap - PSV Eindhoven -1.5 for 2.10
• Total - Over 3 for 1.7
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.63