REF’s picks

SC Heerenveen come into this fixture in strong home form and hold a clear upper hand over an NEC side struggling for consistency on the road. Backing the hosts at 2.15 offers solid value given their recent attacking output at the Abe Lenstra Stadion.

1. 1Heerenveen have won four of their last five matches across all competitions, showing great momentum.
2. 2NEC have drawn four of their last five games, often struggling to turn promising performances into three points.
3. 3The absence of key defender Bram Nuytinck leaves the visitors vulnerable at the back against Heerenveen's sharp attack.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.