Eredivisie · Sunday, 08/11/2026 · 20:00
Utrecht vs Nijmegen Prediction, Tips & Odds
Team pages: Utrecht · Nijmegen
Odds as of: Su 08/11 · 16:30 · Odds may change before kick-off · 18+ · not betting advice
It is Utrecht vs Nijmegen on Sunday (8 November, 20:00).
The situation: Utrecht are in a relegation battle – Nijmegen have gone 8 games without a win
Utrecht are in position 13 with 12 points, Nijmegen follow in position 14 with 11 points. Goal difference: 19-31 for Utrecht, 17-19 for Nijmegen. Utrecht are just 2 points above the relegation play-off place. Nijmegen are just one point above the relegation play-off place.
Form guide Utrecht: Inconsistent at home
At home they recently beat Willem II (3-1). They drew with Zwolle (1-1) and Go Ahead Eagles (3-3). Utrecht picked up 1 win from their last 5 home games, averaging 1.8 goals scored and 3.0 conceded.
Form guide Nijmegen: Inconsistent on the road
On the road, Nijmegen recently played 0-1 at Heerenveen, 1-1 at Ajax and 0-3 at Cambuur. Record in the last 5 away games: 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 defeats, 8-7 goals. Nijmegen scored in 3 of those 5 games.
Utrecht at home, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Nijmegen away, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Head-to-head: Utrecht vs Nijmegen
The two sides have not met in the league in the last two seasons, so form and the table matter most here.
Injuries and suspensions
Utrecht are without: Alonzo Engwanda (thigh injury), Marius Broholm (illness), Victor Jensen (knee injury), Vasilios Barkas (injury), Kevin Paredes (knee injury).
Nijmegen are without: Tobias Storm (injury), Dennis Geiger (injury), Emre Mor (groin injury), Bram Nuytinck (ankle injury).
Late absences on matchday may not be included yet.
Who will score?
Top scorers, odds and striker form – Eredivisie: Eredivisie goalscorer tips.
Eredivisie table
| Pos | Team | P | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Sparta Rotterdam | 12 | 21-29 | 12 |
| 12 | Zwolle | 12 | 13-24 | 12 |
| 13 | Utrecht | 11 | 19-31 | 12 |
| 14 | Nijmegen | 11 | 17-19 | 11 |
| 15 | Excelsior | 12 | 16-29 | 11 |
| 16 | Telstar | 12 | 18-25 | 10 |
Utrecht vs Nijmegen odds
The bookmakers expect a close game. Home win 2.25, draw 3.90 and a Nijmegen win 2.70. Over 2.5 goals is priced at 1.42.
Odds as of: Su 08/11 · 16:30
| Bet | Odds | implied by odds | our view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utrecht to win | 2.25 | 41% | 37% |
| Draw | 3.90 | 24% | 23% |
| Nijmegen to win | 2.70 | 35% | 41% |
| Double chance 1X | 1.37 | 65% | 59% |
| Double chance X2 | 1.57 | 59% | 63% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.10 | 85% | 87% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.42 | 66% | 69% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.75 | 34% | 31% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.05 | 45% | 49% |
| Under 3.5 goals | 1.70 | 55% | 51% |
“Implied by odds”: the probability contained in the odds (without the bookmaker margin). “Our view”: the odds and our statistical model combined.
Betting tip & prediction: Utrecht vs Nijmegen
In short: Our tip is Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.45. We expect a 1-2. We put the chance at around 68%, while the odds imply only 65%. That is where the value in this bet lies.
For
- 4 of Utrecht’s last 5 home games produced three or more goals.
- For Nijmegen away it was 3 of 5.
Against
- Nijmegen have often failed to score away recently.
- Utrecht are without 5 players.
- Nijmegen are missing 4 players.
Tip: Over 2.5 goals · Odds 1.45 · Prediction 1-2 · Risk medium
FAQ: Utrecht vs Nijmegen
When do Utrecht play Nijmegen?
Kick-off is on Sunday, 08/11/2026, at 20:00 (Eredivisie).
Who are the favourites in Utrecht vs Nijmegen?
Utrecht are favourites: a home win pays 2.25, a Nijmegen win 2.70.
What is the tip for Utrecht vs Nijmegen?
Our tip is Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.45. We expect a 1-2. Risk: medium.
How did recent meetings between Utrecht and Nijmegen go?
The two sides have not met in the league in the last two seasons, so form and the table matter most here.
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