Excelsior and Heerenveen face each other on Saturday 03.07.2026, at 20:00 (UK Time), in a Eredivisie 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Excelsior's home ground, the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion (Woudestein).
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Stichting Betaald Voetbal Excelsior and Sportclub Heerenveen N.V., grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Stichting Betaald Voetbal Excelsior vs Sportclub Heerenveen N.V.
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Excelsior preview
Excelsior heads into the match with the following record in the Eredivisie: in 25 matches, Stichting Betaald Voetbal Excelsior secured 7 victories, 5 draws, and 13 losses, maintaining an average of 1.04 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Kralingers's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 7 victories so far.
Excelsior has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 26 goals, of which 26 were scored in the Eredivisie, resulting in an average of 1.04 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Noah Naujoks, who has found the back of the net 7 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Gyan de Regt has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, Excelsior has conceded 42 goals in the Eredivisie (an average of 1.68 per game) and 43 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.65 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Heerenveen preview
Heerenveen comes into the game with 25 matches played so far in the Eredivisie. They have secured 9 victories, 7 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.36 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 12 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses.
Sportclub Heerenveen N.V.'s attack has been highly effective, scoring 52 goals during this period. Of that total, 42 were netted in the Eredivisie, with an average of 1.68 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.79.
The Super Frisians's offensive system is led by Jacob Trenskow, the team's top scorer this season. The danish midfielder has found the back of the net 9 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Joris van Overeem. The midfielder has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 43 goals with an average of 1.72 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 50 goals in 29 matches, averaging 1.72 per match.
Head to head: Excelsior vs Heerenveen
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Excelsior
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L W D |
1.04 |
| Home | L L D D W |
1.08 |
| Away | L W D D L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 28% | 31% | 25% |
| Goals | 2.72 | 2.31 | 3.17 |
| Scored | 1.04 | 1 | 1.08 |
| Conceded | 1.68 | 1.31 | 2.08 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 54% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 23% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 23% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 48% | 62% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.31 | 1.37 | 1.25 |
|
xGA
|
1.76 | 1.71 | 1.82 |
Heerenveen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W W L |
1.36 |
| Home | W W D L D |
1.54 |
| Away | L W L W W |
1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 36% | 38% | 33% |
| Goals | 3.4 | 3.54 | 3.25 |
| Scored | 1.68 | 1.85 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.72 | 1.69 | 1.75 |
| Both Teams to Score | 72% | 85% | 58% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 0% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 15% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 48% | 46% | 42% |
|
xG
|
1.72 | 1.79 | 1.64 |
|
xGA
|
1.41 | 1.27 | 1.57 |
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