Get ready for an exciting Eredivisie clash at Van Donge & De Roo Stadion on 14/09/2025 with kickoff at 12:15. Excelsior hosts Sparta Rotterdam in the 5th round of the competition in a stadium that holds 4500 fans.
Excelsior in Focus
Excelsior is set to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with S. Van Gassel as goalkeeper. The team has shown solid offensive power, averaging 3.3 goals per match and boasts 5 wins in their last 10 outings. At home, they maintain a strong record with 6 wins and an impressive average of 2 goals scored per game.
Sparta Rotterdam at a Glance
Sparta Rotterdam will counter with a 4-3-3 formation featuring J. Drommel in goal. The visitors exhibit a high-scoring style, averaging 4.3 goals per game and 5 wins in their last 10 matches. Despite conceding 2.1 goals on average, they have managed 5 away wins recently and remain competitive.
We Say
We back Excelsior to win this match with odds priced at 2.85. Our confidence in their home advantage and solid form underpins this pick.
Stats That Matter
| Stat | Excelsior | Sparta Rotterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Goals For | 3.3 | 4.3 |
| Avg. Goals Against | 1.7 | 2.1 |
| Last Meeting (GF) | – | – |
- Both teams have an equal number of wins (5) and losses (4) over the last 10 matches, showing balanced competitiveness.
- Excelsior has a home win rate superior to Sparta’s away win count, making the home side a slight favorite.
- Upcoming matches include key fixtures like Ajax vs Zwolle and Sparta Rotterdam vs Twente, giving bettors plenty to watch.
Odds & Insights
| Market | Excelsior | Sparta Rotterdam | Draw/Alt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | 2.85 | – | – |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | 1.55 (Over) | – | – |
| Both Teams to Score | No | – | – |
| Correct Score | – | – | – |
| Anytime Goalscorer | – | – | – |
Past Meetings (H2H)
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| – | – | – |
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Our Take
This match promises an engaging battle as both teams carry similar recent form, but Excelsior’s home strength edges them forward. The recommended bet is on Excelsior to win, banking on their solid defense and scoring ability at Van Donge & De Roo Stadion. Considering the odds and expected goals, a bet on over 2.5 goals is also appealing. The prediction that both teams will not score offers a cautious alternative for more conservative bettors.
- Main Bet: Excelsior to win (odds 2.85)
- Secondary Option: Over 2.5 goals (odds 1.55)
- Alternative: Both teams not to score
- Correct Score Lean: –
Combining Excelsior’s home resilience, their probability to win at nearly 47%, and Sparta Rotterdam’s solid but vulnerable defense, bettors can look forward to a tight but entertaining contest. With several big Eredivisie matches around the corner, this fixture could provide early indications of both squads’ ambitions this season.
