NEC Nijmegen vs Levski Sofia prediction, team news and best bets

Kick-off: Thu 15 Oct, 8:00pm / Stadion de Goffert / UEFA Europa League (UK time)

NEC Nijmegen form

NEC Nijmegen's recent form shows a mixed bag of results, with two wins, three draws, and five losses in their last ten outings. They have struggled defensively, conceding an average of 2.3 goals per game over their last ten matches, while managing to score an average of 1.3 goals per game. Their inability to keep clean sheets in any of their last ten matches highlights a consistent vulnerability at the back.

Levski Sofia form

Levski Sofia comes into this match in better form, securing five wins, two draws, and three losses from their last ten fixtures. Their defence appears more robust, having kept five clean sheets in their last ten games, conceding an average of 1.1 goals per match. Offensively, they have been consistent, averaging 1.6 goals per game.

Head-to-head

With no direct head-to-head encounters between NEC Nijmegen and Levski Sofia available in our data, we must rely on their current form and individual statistics to assess this fixture.

Prediction

Considering NEC Nijmegen's defensive struggles and Levski Sofia's more consistent recent form, particularly their ability to keep clean sheets, this match presents an intriguing challenge. However, NEC Nijmegen will have the home advantage at Stadion de Goffert. While Levski Sofia's overall form is stronger, the home side might be looking to capitalise on familiar surroundings.

Recommended bet

Match Result: NEC Nijmegen to Win @ 1.80

Our recommended bet for this match is NEC Nijmegen to Win in the Match Result market, with odds of 1.80. Despite their recent form being less convincing than their opponents, the home advantage could play a significant role. NEC Nijmegen will be eager to make an impact in front of their own supporters.

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