Willem II vs Excelsior: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 05/09

Main prediction: Stichting Betaald Voetbal Excelsior to win

Alternative tip: Excelsior or draw

Other market: over 10.5 corners

The Netherlands League 2026/27 is already taking shape.

Willem II host Excelsior this 05/09, at 20:00, at Koning Willem II Stadion.

Willem II head into this clash with 2 win(s) in their last 5 matches across all competitions. Excelsior have won 3 time(s). Excelsior have a 40.65% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

Check out the prediction for Willem II vs Excelsior, see the probable line-ups, where to watch and the best bets for this Saturday match.

Prediction for Willem II vs Excelsior

Overview Willem II vs Excelsior

Excelsior go in as favourites, with odds of 2.46 and a 40.65% chance of winning. The track record reinforces this, with 4 win(s) for Stichting Betaald Voetbal Excelsior against 4 for Willem II. The odds for a home win are {team_a_odds} and a draw is {draw_odds}.

In the Dutch League, Willem II have 0 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 10 conceded. The top scorer is Devin Haen, with 2 goal(s). On the other side, Excelsior have 2 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 7 goal(s) scored and 3 conceded. Noah Naujoks is the top scorer with 2 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Willem II and Excelsior

In 12 clashes, Excelsior have the advantage over Willem II: 4 win(s) against 3 and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 21/04/2019, in the Eredivisie, the match score was: Excelsior 1-1 Willem II.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Willem II vs Excelsior, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

Check out all the predictions for the Eredivisie and see all the analysis before you bet.

Willem II: current form

Willem II have played only 3 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).

In the Netherlands League the situation is this:

0 win(s), 1 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Devin Haen (2 goal(s))

Excelsior: current form

Meanwhile, Excelsior have played only 3 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

2 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)

3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Noah Naujoks (2 goal(s))

Willem II vs Excelsior key players

In the Eredivisie, Devin Haen carries Willem II's attack with 2 goal(s).

The playmaker is Nathan Tjoe-A-On, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Devin Haen has 18 goal(s).

On the other side, Noah Naujoks is the name that frightens the most for The Kralingers with 2 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.

In terms of playmaking, Simon Jansson leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Noah Naujoks has accumulated 10 goal(s).

Willem II vs Excelsior statistics in the Eredivisie

Few matches into the league yet. Willem II have an average of 9 corners and 0.67 cards per match. Excelsior have 10.33 corners and 1 cards. Check the statistics for Willem II vs Excelsior in the table below.

Willem II

Home

DLLWW

VS

Excelsior

Away

WLWWD

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 0.33
  PPG
  2
• 0%
  Wins
  67%
• 67%
  First to Score
  67%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.33
  Scored/game
  2.33
• 3.33
  Conceded/game
  1
• 1.10
  xG
  1.43
• 2.19
  xGA
  1.39

Trends

• 100%
  Both Score
  67%
• 0%
  Clean Sheet
  33%
• 0%
  Failed to Score
  0%

More tips for Willem II vs Excelsior

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Correct score prediction for Willem II vs Excelsior

Excelsior dominate the head-to-head record and also arrive with good attacking capacity. Correct result: Willem II 3-1 Excelsior. Guessing the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Willem II vs Excelsior

Check out where to watch the live match between Excelsior and Willem II:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Willem II and Excelsior

The line-ups for Willem II vs Excelsior in the Netherlands League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Willem II line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Stichting Betaald Voetbal Excelsior line-up

The Excelsior starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Willem II vs Excelsior

Match: Willem II vs Excelsior

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 05/09/2026

Time: 20:00 (Brasília time)

Venue: Koning Willem II Stadion

Broadcast: none scheduled

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