Cambuur vs NEC Nijmegen

Cambuur will approach this game with belief at a low ebb, after taking 1 points from a possible 15 in their last 5. They have scored at a steady rate averaging 1.2 goals per game, while conceding 3.6.

Switching attention to NEC Nijmegen, their form tells a rather different story. NEC Nijmegen arrive at this fixture searching for answers after a difficult run, having picked up 4 points from their last 5 games. Averaging 1.4 goals scored per game, NEC Nijmegen's attack has done enough to compete; at the other end, 2.4 goals per game have gone in. In recent encounters between these sides, NEC Nijmegen have dominated with 5 wins, with 0 home wins, 5 away wins and 1 draws. With 15 goals in 6 games (2.5 per match), the fixture has tended to be more measured.

NEC Nijmegen have been the more prolific side in front of goal recently, but NEC Nijmegen boast the stronger defensive record. The contrasting styles could make for a fascinating tactical battle. Form and personnel are remarkably balanced heading into this one, and the margin between the sides could be razor-thin. Fresh legs from the bench could prove pivotal in the closing stages.

Recent meetings between these sides have followed a one-sided pattern, and history may weigh heavily on NEC Nijmegen's chances. The team in better form holds a slight edge, but this is far from a foregone conclusion. Kick-off in the Eredivisie awaits.