Football Result

Kodai Sano 46'
Bryan Linssen 90'+2'
Michiel Kramer 79'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
52.8%
24.2%
23%
We made the right call.
Power Comparison in the League
0.59
0.412
Game Stats
Goals
2
1
Shots on Target
4
4
Shots
19
10
Possession
42.7%
57.3%
Fouls
14
9
Yellow Cards
2
0
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
3
7
Offsides
3
1
Saves
3
2
Team Formations
4-3-3
4-3-3


Location
Goffertstadion, Nijmegen, Netherlands
Attendance
12,650
2025-04-12 | Game Summary

In a Dutch Eredivisie match on April 11, 2025, NEC Nijmegen defeated RKC Waalwijk 2-1 at the Goffertstadion. NEC Nijmegen played with a 4-3-3 formation, mirrored by RKC Waalwijk. The game saw NEC Nijmegen with 42.7% possession, while RKC Waalwijk dominated possession with 57.3%. NEC Nijmegen had 19 total shots, only 4 on target, compared to RKC Waalwijk's 10 total shots, also with 4 on target.
Kodai Sano scored first for NEC Nijmegen in the 46th minute, followed by Michiel Kramer for RKC Waalwijk in the 79th minute. Bryan Linssen sealed the victory for NEC Nijmegen with a late goal in the 90'+2 minute. NEC Nijmegen committed 14 fouls, receiving two yellow cards, while RKC Waalwijk committed 9 fouls without any yellow cards. The goalkeepers made 2 saves for RKC Waalwijk and 3 saves for NEC Nijmegen.
The AI-powered pre-game prediction correctly forecasted a win for NEC Nijmegen, with a predicted win probability of 52.8%. The AI model did not anticipate a balanced game. Considering NEC Nijmegen's recent form with inconsistent results and RKC Waalwijk's struggles, the prediction proved accurate.
Analyzing their recent games, NEC Nijmegen's form has been shaky, with a recent loss to Sparta Rotterdam and a draw against AZ Alkmaar, interspersed with a win against FC Utrecht. RKC Waalwijk's form is concerning, with multiple losses and draws in their last few matches.
Looking ahead, NEC Nijmegen faces Heerenveen, who have also had mixed results recently, winning against Willem II and AZ Alkmaar, but losing against FC Utrecht and PSV Eindhoven. RKC Waalwijk will play against FC Utrecht, who have shown improved form with recent wins. In the last head-to-head games, NEC Nijmegen has often dominated RKC Waalwijk, while the matches between RKC Waalwijk and FC Utrecht have been more contested. Given their recent performances, NEC Nijmegen will need to improve their consistency, while RKC Waalwijk needs a significant turnaround to compete effectively in their upcoming matches.

2025-04-10 | Pre-game insights

On April 11, 2025, NEC Nijmegen will face RKC Waalwijk at the Goffertstadion in a Dutch Eredivisie clash. AI is predicting a victory for the home side, with a 52.8% probability, based on team ratings and historical data. NEC Nijmegen, currently boasting a rate of 0.59, will rely on their key midfielder, Tjaronn Chery, to control the game. Their recent form has been mixed, with a loss, two draws, and two victories in their last five matches. RKC Waalwijk, rated at 0.412, face an uphill battle with only a 23.0% chance of winning, and will need a stellar performance from their striker, David Min. The last time these two teams met at Waalwijk in November 2024, NEC Nijmegen secured a comfortable 3-0 win. However, RKC Waalwijk will try to repeat the 2-0 home victory that they secured in February 2024. This match promises to be a tense affair with implications for both teams' league positions.

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