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🇳🇱 Eredivisie · Netherlands

Willem II & Excelsior Prediction

Willem II
D L L W W
vs
15:00
05 Sep · Sat
Excelsior
W L W W W
Venue: Koning Willem II Stadion
Our prediction · Pre-match analysis
All: Both Teams to Score : Yes
85% confidence
1.54
Odds

Win Probability

Pre-match analysis
Home win
33%
Willem II
Draw
26%
No bet
Away win
41%
Excelsior

Last Matches

Willem II · Last 5

30.08 HHeerenveen 2 - 2 D
15.08 HNEC Nijmegen 1 - 4 L
08.08 AGO Ahead Eagles 1 - 4 L
01.08 HOFI 2 - 1 W
25.07 HKV Mechelen 1 - 0 W

Excelsior · Last 5

29.08 HSparta Rotterdam 2 - 1 W
15.08 HPSV Eindhoven 1 - 2 L
07.08 ACambuur 4 - 0 W
01.08 ADe Graafschap 5 - 1 W
24.07 AHeracles 5 - 3 W

Head-to-Head

29.12.2022 Willem II vs Excelsior 3 — 1
17.07.2021 Willem II vs Excelsior 2 — 0
21.04.2019 Excelsior vs Willem II 1 — 1
15.09.2018 Willem II vs Excelsior 2 — 2
06.04.2018 Excelsior vs Willem II 2 — 1

As the Eredivisie season heats up, Willem II prepares to host Excelsior at the Koning Willem II Stadion on September 5th. Both teams come into this match with distinct narratives and ambitions, setting up an intriguing encounter for the fans.

Willem II, currently languishing in 16th place, has had a mixed bag of results recently. Their last five matches highlight some struggles, with two victories against OFI and KV Mechelen, but also heavy defeats to NEC Nijmegen and GO Ahead Eagles. At home, they've managed to maintain slightly better form, with two wins and two draws in their last five, scoring an average of 1.20 goals per game. Despite this, their defense remains a concern, conceding 1.40 goals on average at home. Fortunately for Willem II, they have no injuries or suspensions to contend with, allowing them to field their strongest squad against Excelsior.

On the other hand, Excelsior is riding high in 10th place, thanks to a particularly potent attacking form. They have scored an impressive 3.60 goals per game across their last five matches, including dominant performances away from home. Their away form is flawless, boasting five consecutive wins and an average of 3.80 goals scored per match, while conceding only 1.00 on average. With no injuries or suspensions reported, Excelsior looks set to continue their impressive run.

The head-to-head record between the two sides reveals a competitive history, with Willem II slightly edging it with two wins to Excelsior's one, alongside two draws. This adds an extra layer of intrigue to the fixture, as both teams have shown they can outplay the other on their day.

Considering the current form and statistics, the prediction for this match leans towards a high-scoring affair. Both teams have shown vulnerabilities in defense, while Excelsior's attacking prowess is likely to test Willem II significantly. Therefore, the most probable betting event seems to be "All: Both Teams to Score : Yes", reflecting the likelihood of goals at both ends of the pitch.

Prediction and Betting Tips

85% Confidence
All: Both Teams to Score : Yes
Excelsior's strong away form with an average of 3.80 goals scored per match and Willem II's defensive weaknesses suggest both teams are likely to score.
1.54
Odds

Bookmakers Odds

Willem II vs Excelsior
Bookmaker 1 X 2
Pin Up Best odds 2.95 3.75 2.38 Bet now
William Hill 2.80 3.40 2.25 Bet now
Bet365 2.70 3.50 2.30 Bet now
Marathonbet 2.84 3.52 2.29 Bet now
Unibet 2.90 3.50 2.28 Bet now
Betfair 2.80 3.70 2.25 Bet now
BetVictor 2.80 3.60 2.30 Bet now
Pinnacle 2.88 3.67 2.33 Bet now