Willem II – NEC Nijmegen

Willem II’s home ground turned into a showcase for NEC Nijmegen, who stormed to a 4‑1 victory and widened the gap between the two clubs. The Dutch side, languishing in 17th place with just two points from five matches, saw their goal difference tumble to –9 after conceding four without reply. NEC, sitting comfortably in 10th with seven points, improved their tally to 11‑12 on the season’s scoring chart and moved a step closer to the playoff places. The lone meeting between the sides this campaign already favored the visitors, who now hold a 1‑0 head‑to‑head advantage.