NEC Nijmegen vs Ajax - Eredivisie Match
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NEC Nijmegen vs Ajax Preview: Eredivisie Clash
NEC Nijmegen will host Ajax at Sportpark De Weeren on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 22:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Eredivisie encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
NEC Nijmegen have been difficult to beat recently, remaining undefeated in 2 of their last 2 matches despite only winning 1.
Ajax head into this game in strong form, collecting 2 wins from their last 3 outings.
Head-to-Head Record
Ajax have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 19 of the last 31 encounters compared to NEC Nijmegen's 2 wins. With 10 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Expected Tactics & Formations
NEC Nijmegen are expected to line up in a 3-4-1-2 formation, while Ajax will likely deploy a 4-3-3 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.
Match Officials
A. Lindhout will be the referee for this fixture.
Match Prediction & Analysis
This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Saturday, December 20, 2025, 22:00 UTC
- Venue: Sportpark De Weeren
- Competition: Eredivisie
- NEC Nijmegen Position: 4th (29 pts)
- Ajax Position: 3rd (30 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 31): NEC Nijmegen 2W - 10D - 19W Ajax
- Referee: A. Lindhout

