NEC Nijmegen delivered a dominant 3-0 home victory over Volendam in the Netherlands Eredivisie on March 9, 2026. The comprehensive win at the Goffertstadion boosted NEC's position in the league and highlighted their attacking prowess. NEC took control early, scoring their first goal from a flowing team move inside the opening twenty minutes. They added a second just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive error from Volendam. The third goal early in the second half put the result beyond any doubt, allowing NEC to manage the game comfortably. Volendam offered little threat going forward, with NEC's defense recording a straightforward clean sheet. The standout performer was NEC's playmaker, who orchestrated most of the dangerous attacks. The three points were vital for NEC's ambitions in the top half of the Eredivisie table. The Volendam coach admitted his team was second-best in all departments on the day.