NEC vs Omonia prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, November 5, 2026
On November 5, 2026, NEC and Omonia will meet in the fourth round of the Europa League league phase. Both sides believe they can come out on top.
NEC - Omonia team news and expert analysis
The Nijmegen club was one of last season’s surprise packages, finishing third in the Eredivisie. This time around, however, they only win occasionally, while defeats have been far more frequent. The Nicosia side became champions again after a five-year wait. But they are now dropping points in half of their matches, falling behind the current leaders as a result.
The Dutch side made their Champions League debut in the summer and, despite a struggle, managed to overcome the experienced Olympiacos. They were then beaten by Bodø/Glimt twice, conceding three goals in each match. In the Europa League, they opened with a 0-5 defeat to Juventus, but later at least secured a home draw with Levski. In Zagreb, they even defeated local side Dinamo 4-2.
The Cypriots also started out in the continent’s premier competition, but after exchanging 1-0 victories, they immediately lost to Kairat on penalties. In the Europa League, however, they eliminated both Lincoln Red Imps and Sint-Truiden in qualifying. They made an excellent start to the league phase in the autumn, beating both Celta and Celje. There was virtually no chance against Benfica in the latest round, as they lost 1-4.
Previous meetings: NEC - Omonia
This is a unique European experience for the Dutch side. They have never faced this opponent before.
The hosts are expected to win here. But the visitors have weapons of their own, so the “both teams to score” market looks worth considering (odds – 1.6).
NEC - Omonia: key statistics and trends
- NEC recorded their first win in regular time in European competition in the latest round
- NEC score an average of 1.55 goals and concede 1.73 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 82% of NEC matches, while the average total is 3.27 goals per game.
- Omonia have won four of their last six matches
- Omonia score an average of 1.88 goals and concede 0.75 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 38% of Omonia matches, while the average total is 2.63 goals per game
NEC - Omonia: possible starting lineups
NEC play in a 1-3-4-3 formation (possible lineup): Kretas — Bras, Schuurs, Fonville — Kers, Neijashmic, Lebreton, Bischoff — Chery, Linssén, Tadic
Omonia play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Ribeiro de Freitas — Duverne, Koulibaly, Shatka, Balkovec — Evandro, Andreou, Maric, Montnor — Diony, Tankovic
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