NEC Nijmegen produced a stunning away performance to thrash Heracles Almelo 4-1 in the Eredivisie on August 17, 2025. The comprehensive victory at the Erve Asito showcased NEC's attacking prowess and sent a strong message to the rest of the league. The visitors took control of the match early, scoring two quick goals in the first half to stun the home crowd. Heracles managed to pull one back before the interval, offering a glimmer of hope. However, any thoughts of a comeback were extinguished in the second period as NEC reasserted their dominance, adding two more clinical finishes to put the result beyond doubt. The match highlighted NEC's potent counter-attacking style and exposed defensive frailties in the Heracles lineup. This result propelled NEC up the early season table, while leaving Heracles with much to ponder after a heavy defeat on home soil.