Match Overview
In this Eredivisie match, Excelsior will face off against Feyenoord on November 25, 2023, at the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion. The odds heavily favor the away team, with Feyenoord being the clear favorite to win.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have faced each other multiple times in the past. In their most recent encounter earlier this season, Feyenoord emerged victorious with a 2-0 scoreline. Looking back further, we can see that Feyenoord has dominated this fixture in recent years, winning five out of their last six meetings. Excelsior’s only victory came back in February 2019 when they secured a narrow 2-1 win.
Furthermore, goals have been plentiful when these two teams meet. In three of their previous six encounters, there were three or more goals scored. It is worth noting that while Excelsior has struggled against Feyenoord in recent years, they have managed to find the back of the net on several occasions.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Excelsior’s form has been inconsistent lately. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have won just one game and lost two. They have also drawn three matches during this period. In terms of goal scoring ability, Excelsior has found the net eight times but has conceded eleven goals.
In Eredivisie competition specifically, Excelsior currently sits in seventh place with fifteen points from twelve matches played so far. Their goal difference stands at -1 due to conceding slightly more goals than they have scored.
Their most recent match was against Utrecht where they managed to secure a hard-fought draw with a final scoreline of 2-2.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Feyenoord, on the other hand, has been in impressive form recently. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have won four games and lost two. Their away form has also been strong, winning four out of their six matches on the road.
In the Eredivisie, Feyenoord currently occupies second place with twenty-nine points from twelve matches played. They have a remarkable goal difference of +27 due to their prolific attacking prowess combined with solid defensive performances.
Their most recent match was a narrow 1-0 victory over AZ Alkmaar.
Key Players Spotlight
For Excelsior, Nikolas Agrafiotis has been in fine form this season, scoring five goals and providing one assist. He will be a key player for them as they look to challenge Feyenoord’s defense.
On the other side, Santiago Tomás Giménez has been exceptional for Feyenoord. With fifteen goals and three assists already this season, he will pose a significant threat to Excelsior’s defense.
Statistical Insights
When comparing the teams’ recent statistics and performances, it is clear that Feyenoord holds a significant advantage. They have scored more goals than Excelsior while conceding fewer goals overall. Additionally, Feyenoord’s away form suggests that they are comfortable playing on unfamiliar grounds and are likely to perform well against Excelsior at Van Donge & De Roo Stadion.
Match Prediction: Excelsior 1 – 3 Feyenoord
Based on their recent performances and historical dominance in this fixture, it is expected that Feyenoord will come out on top in this match. They possess greater quality in both attack and defense compared to Excelsior and should be able to secure a comfortable victory away from home. Therefore, our prediction for this match is Excelsior 1 – 3 Feyenoord.
