Excelsior vs Den Bosch: A Thrilling Encounter in the Eerste Divisie

As the excitement builds for the upcoming clash between Excelsior and Den Bosch on March 10, 2025, at the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a captivating match in the Eerste Divisie. Both teams have shown strong performances this season, making this matchup one that should not be missed.

Team Form and Recent Performance

Excelsior's Recent Statistics

• Recent Form: LWDWWWDWLWWLWWWDWDDDWLWLLDWD
• Total Matches Played: 28 (Home: 14)
• Victories: 14 (Home: 9)
• Goals Scored: Average of 1.8 (Home: 1.9)
• Goals Conceded: Average of 1.1 (Home: 0.9)
• Clean Sheets: 10 (Home: 6)
• Matches Without Scoring: 5 (Home: 2)
• Most Used Formation: 4-2-3-1 (14 times)

Den Bosch's Recent Statistics

• Recent Form: LWDWWWWDDWLWDLLWLDDWLWWWLLDL
• Total Matches Played: 28 (Away: 14)
• Victories: 12 (Away: 5)
• Goals Scored: Average of 1.5 (Away: 1.1)
• Goals Conceded: Average of 1.1 (Away: 1.2)
• Clean Sheets: 11 (Away: 5)
• Matches Without Scoring: 9 (Away: 7)
• Most Used Formation: 4-3-3 (19 times)

Head-to-Head Record

The historical encounters between Excelsior and Den Bosch have produced some thrilling moments, with Excelsior holding a slight edge in their recent meetings:

Statistical Insights: Under/Over Trends

Analyzing the Under/Over statistics provides a clear picture of the scoring capabilities of both teams:

• Excelsior:
• Over 0.5 Goals: 23 Matches
• Over 1.5 Goals: 13 Matches
• Over 2.5 Goals: 9 Matches
• Over 3.5 Goals: 3 Matches
• Over 4.5 Goals: 1 Match
• Den Bosch:
• Over 0.5 Goals: 19 Matches
• Over 1.5 Goals: 13 Matches
• Over 2.5 Goals: 5 Matches
• Over 3.5 Goals: 2 Matches
• Over 4.5 Goals: 1 Match

Match Prediction

As we gear up for this electrifying match, both teams bring their unique strengths to the field. Excelsior, playing at home, has demonstrated a solid performance with an impressive scoring average of 1.9 goals per home game. This, coupled with their ability to maintain clean sheets, suggests a strong defensive foundation. Furthermore, their record of 9 home victories indicates that they thrive in the familiar surroundings of the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion.

On the other hand, Den Bosch has shown resilience on the road, managing to score an average of 1.1 goals away from home while also having a respectable record of 12 wins overall this season. However, their away form is less convincing, with only 5 wins out of 14 matches. This inconsistency might prove to be their Achilles' heel as they face a formidable opponent in Excelsior.

Considering the head-to-head results, Excelsior has historically had the upper hand against Den Bosch, with multiple convincing victories. The last meeting ended in a 0-0 draw, but prior to that, Excelsior had been victorious in several encounters, including a stunning 4-0 win in March 2022.

Based on the current form, home advantage, and historical performances, the prediction for this match leans towards a victory for Excelsior. However, given Den Bosch's potential to pull off surprises, a cautious approach with a double chance on Excelsior or a draw could also be prudent. Hence, the expected outcome is a 2-1 victory for Excelsior, solidifying their stronghold in the Eerste Divisie and keeping their promotion hopes alive.