NEC vs Ajax betting tip 2024/2025 - Picks and Predictions for the Eredivisie match on December 01th, 2024

NEC will be playing against Ajax in a Eredivisie football match scheduled to take place on Sunday, December 01th, 2024, at 15:45h (UTC), in Netherlands, check the NEC vs Ajax betting tip 2024/2025 to win with your bets.

Stadium and City where NEC vs Ajax will occur

The game is set to be played in the small Goffertstadion stadium, in the city of Nijmegen, with a capacity for 12500 spectators, that will try to help the team achieve a positive result.

Where to follow the live game

Take the opportunity to check out the match live in Betarena, bringing much information to your bets, including statistics, events and odds.

Introduction to the NEC vs Ajax betting tip 2024/2025

The Eredivisie has had fewer goals than the previous season. Last season the tournament had an average of 3.24 goals scored per match, while now the competition has an average of 2.94 goals per match played.

NEC last match

The last match ended in a loss for the NEC team. On that occasion they met FC Utrecht for the Eredivisie, and the match ended 1-2. Coach R. Meijer's lined up a 4-2-3-1 formation.

A defeat of the home team had odds of 3.25, which makes it clear that a close match was expected.

The defense certainly did not have an easy time in this match. The worst in the department is perhaps Bram Nuytinck, who was missing in the most important moments of the match. One of the worst on the field.

Ajax last match

On the other hand, the visiting team arrives at this match after a victory in the last round. In a dispute valid for Eredivisie, Ajax, who used a 4-3-3 formation, faced the PEC Zwolle team with a final score of 2-0.

The positive result confirmed that the team's favoritism before the start of the match was certain, making the odds 1.11.

NEC vs Ajax h2h

Ajax was in 5th place when they last went head-to-head in Eredivisie against NEC, who was in 7th place. Ajax formed a 4-3-3 arrangement while NEC took to the pitch with a 4-2-3-1 formation.

The last time these teams played against each other during the 2023/2024 season in a Eredivisie themed match was a hard-fought battle as it ended in a 2-2 draw.

Last time a draw between these teams, what to expect now?

The performance of the Ajax team in their five recent games to date has been relatively good, unlike the NEC team.

Teams varying in strengths and motivations.

This football game will be officiated by J. Kooij while D. Fikkert and R. Bluemink will assist him from the sideline.

NEC

Eredivisie leaderboard now

Having 16 points, 5 wins, 7 losses, 1 draw, and a negative balance, NEC ranks 9th place in the Eredivisie as they enter this game.

Which means that the team, with the same number of points, in the 14th round is followed by the Willem II team in 10th place.

Positioned in the middle of the league table in the Netherlands Eredivisie without high aspirations or fears of relegating, the NEC will try to take full advantage of the home factor to get a win.

NEC analysis

At the end of round 13 of Eredivisie, NEC collected 20 goals scored and 12 goals conceded.

The NEC team comes from a defeat in the Eredivisie, and its coach Rogier Meijer wants to counter this trend by imposing a loss on his opponent, using the advantage of playing at home.

Best goalscorer from NEC

Until this stage of the season, in terms of individual exhibitions, the highlight is Koki Ogawa. The Attacker has scored 5 times in this competition and helped NEC avoiding adverse outcomes on several occasions.

It should also be noted that 1 of the goals scored by the player were from the penalty spot.

Ajax

Eredivisie leaderboard now

The Ajax team with 29 points currently occupies the 3rd place of the leaderboard, being in the qualifying place for the UEFA Champions League Qualifiers, with a campaign of 9 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss.

This means that Feyenoord team, in 4th place, is close behind in the 14th round with a disadvantage of 1 point.

Ajax analysis

After 13 rounds, Ajax has a positive goal difference, with 27 goals scored and only 11 goals taken by their goalkeeper.

Ajax has been in impressive form lately, winning 4 out of their last 5 matches, and drawing 1. They have been showing great resilience and determination, and it seems that they are on track to achieve their goals this season.

As we approach the Regular Season, Ajax is gearing up for another gripping match. In the opening game, the team managed 5.75 shots on target, offering a glimpse into their offensive capabilities.

A team with great aspirations and abilities in the Eredivisie.

An average ball possession of 60.17% is what the Ajax team usually tries in their attempt to control the game. This is because teams with ball possession above 50% can typically exert some control over their opponents.

With Ajax having a balance of 3 wins, 1 loss, and 2 draws when playing away in the Eredivisie, they usually allows little chances for opponents to win.

Ajax is a more offensive team than NEC, having 1441 attacks vs. 1297 from NEC, having scored 27 times, in comparison, NEC converted into goal 20 times.

Best goalscorer from Ajax

At the individual level, in this competition's offensive sector, it is worth mentioning Davy Klaassen. The Midfielder has already scored 6 goals in the competition, being extremely important for Ajax, who have benefited from his performances several times to achieve essential triumphs.

It should also be noted that 1 of the goals scored by the player were from the penalty spot.

Now a few markets where you can get some return from your bets:

Goals Top Betting Tips

It can also be interesting to bet on who will score in this match. The featured player of NEC is Koki Ogawa, who has already scored 5 goals in the competition. On the other hand, the leading scorer of Ajax is Davy Klaassen, he has scored in 6 opportunities.

A good bet could be made between 75-90 minutes of the game as this is the time most goals are scored.

Taking into consideration that Ajax scores an average of 2 goals per match when playing away, we should consider the under 2.5 betting market, especially because this team usually does not concede goals when playing out of their stadium.

Currently, at Bet365, the odds for the Total Goals Under 2.5 market are quoted at 2.15.

Corners Top Betting Tips

For favorable betting results, note that combining the number of corners of both teams gives an average of 5.73 corners per game.

Ajax is usually quite offensive in their matches, and this has resulted in a high average of corner kicks in the competition. Currently, the team averages 6 corners per game played. Therefore, it might be interesting to bet on the over corner kicks of Ajax in this match.

Cards Top Betting Tips

Highly disciplined, the teams have an average of only 2.46 yellow cards per match, when added together. In other words, the 'Under 4.5 cards' option looks like a great alternative for bettors.

This is a match with several good betting entries to have some return on sports betting.

Check other great betting tips here.