Eredivisie· Season 2025
Match Summary
NAC Breda defeated Heerenveen 2:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2025. Goals were scored by B. Kemper 36′, B. Kemper 74′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. NAC Breda had 48% possession while Heerenveen held 52%. NAC Breda had 19 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Heerenveen. Expected goals: NAC Breda 1.86 — Heerenveen 1.00. NAC Breda made 3 substitutions, Heerenveen made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Dylan Vente 69′), Penalty confirmed (Boy Kemper 73′).
Match Events
Key match events between NAC Breda and Heerenveen — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
NAC Breda had 48% possession against Heerenveen's 52%. NAC Breda registered 19 shots (4 on target) while Heerenveen managed 13 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 10–13.
Lineups
NAC Breda lined up in a 4-1-3-2 formation under Carl Hoefkens, while Heerenveen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Robin Veldman.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for NAC Breda is 6.73, compared to 6.82 for Heerenveen. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. NAC Breda's highest-rated starter is D. Bielica (7.26), while Heerenveen's best-rated player is J. Trenskow (7.17).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of NAC Breda have contributed 11 goals and 11 assists this season, led by B. Kemper (5G). Heerenveen's starters account for 36 goals and 23 assists, spearheaded by J. Trenskow (12G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
NAC Breda deploy 4 defenders rated 6.69 on average, against Heerenveen's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
NAC Breda field 4 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Heerenveen's 5 rated 6.90. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
NAC Breda start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.53, compared to 1 for Heerenveen averaging 6.42. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 77% for NAC Breda and 79% for Heerenveen. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
NAC Breda's starters have collected 34 yellow cards this season, compared to 33 for Heerenveen. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of NAC Breda's starting XI is 27.3 (youngest: C. Valerius (20), oldest: D. Odoi (37)), while Heerenveen average 23.5 (youngest: B. Klaverboer (20), oldest: S. Kersten (27)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
NAC Breda's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 29 for Heerenveen. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Carl Hoefkens
Substitutes
Coach: Robin Veldman
Rivalry since 2010
NAC Breda vs Heerenveen Head to Head Results· 19
NAC Breda and Heerenveen have met 19 times — NAC Breda won 3, Heerenveen won 12, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Heerenveen leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 19 meetings. A combined 53 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.79 per match (19 for the home side, 34 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (42%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (53%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Heerenveen are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, NAC Breda have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Heerenveen show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: draw or Heerenveen
Injuries & Suspensions
NAC Breda
- DoubtfulL. Greiml
- DoubtfulB. Lucassen
- DoubtfulL. Greiml
- DoubtfulB. Lucassen
Heerenveen
- DoubtfulN. Hopland
- DoubtfulA. Noppert
- DoubtfulM. Rivera
- DoubtfulL. Smans
- DoubtfulA. van Axel Dongen
- DoubtfulN. Hopland
- DoubtfulA. Noppert
- DoubtfulM. Rivera
- DoubtfulL. Smans
- DoubtfulA. van Axel Dongen
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
NAC Breda
2.55
Bet365
Draw
3.90
BetVictor
Heerenveen
2.68
1xBet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
Historical data only — not for betting
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Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
3.3
Average goals per game
60%
Games with 3+ goals
40%
Both teams scored
Head-to-Head Record
Even recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (37%) — the odds may underestimate NAC Breda.
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Market Summary
Margin: 5.1%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 2.55 | 3.75 | 2.55 |
| Max | 2.55 | 3.75 | 2.55 |
Result vs. Market
Result matched market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: NAC Breda
Away Record: Heerenveen
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026