Nijmegen begin their new Eredivisie campaign by welcoming promoted Telstar, but the hosts may already have one eye on their upcoming Champions League second leg after holding Olympiacos to a respectable 0-0 draw in Europe. Experienced midfielder Dusan Tadic made his official debut in that clash and is expected to play an important role once again. Nijmegen have struggled for consistency lately, winning only two of their last ten competitive matches, but they remain a difficult side to beat at home. Their recent fixtures have produced plenty of action, with both teams scoring in 80% of their last ten games, while they average 2.7 total goals per match. Historically, Nijmegen have also enjoyed this fixture, winning six of the previous twelve meetings with Telstar.
Telstar, meanwhile, return to the Eredivisie eager to prove they belong despite suffering a 3-1 defeat to Wolfsburg in their final preseason test. The departure of Tyrese Noslin leaves a gap in attack, but Patrick Brouwer will be one of the visitors' biggest threats going forward. Telstar have won five of their last ten matches in all competitions, averaging 1.9 goals scored per game, while an impressive 83% of their recent away fixtures have seen both teams find the net. Expect the visitors to attack whenever opportunities arise, but their defensive vulnerabilities could ultimately prove costly.
As greater quality and home advantage should make the difference in this match, we are tempted to bet on Home Win, alongside BTTS and Over 2.5 goals (both sides are likely to stick to their attacking style of play).
This Netherlands Eredivisie match will be played on Saturday 8 August 2026 at 15:30.
What is our Nijmegen vs Telstar prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Nijmegen 2 - 1 Telstar
Nijmegen vs Telstar Betting Tips
- European Handicap: Telstar +2 @ -163 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
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View OfferNijmegen Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwdlddlwld | 1.10 |
| Home | dddwl | 1.20 |
| Away | wldld | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.70 | 2.80 | 2.60 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 1.40 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.50 | 1.40 | 1.60 |
| BTTS | 80% | 100% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 0% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 0% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.93 | 2.32 | 1.52 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.31 | 1.13 | 1.50 |
Telstar Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwllwdwwl | 1.60 |
| Home | wlww | 2.25 |
| Away | wlldwl | 1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 75% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.60 | 3.50 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 2.50 | 1.50 |
| Conceded | 1.70 | 1.00 | 2.17 |
| BTTS | 70% | 50% | 83% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Expected Goals | 1.50 | 1.46 | 1.53 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.81 | 1.66 | 1.91 |
Nijmegen vs Telstar Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Nijmegen (50%)
12 Matches
Telstar (17%)
Nijmegen vs Telstar Past Results
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