6 August 2022 at 16:45

02
Full Time

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Cambuur1wins
2draws6 meetings
Excelsior3wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3

Average goals per game

33%

Games with 3+ goals

67%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (50%) — the odds may underestimate Excelsior.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.2%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 52.6%Draw 25.6%Away 26.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.853.703.60
Max1.944.013.80
Over 2.5: 63.7%Under 2.5: 42.6%
Market favourite:Cambuur · Moderate favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market50.0%24.2%25.8%
Public market51.3%23.7%25.0%
Δ1.3%0.5%0.8%

Cambuur vs Excelsior — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Excelsior
Result vs. Market: Cambuur (53%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

CambuurHalf-time:02Excelsior
27Shots7
8Shots on target4

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
19/03/23Excelsior4–1Cambuur2.66/3.48/2.60
06/08/22Cambuur0–2Excelsior1.90/3.90/3.72
20/12/15Excelsior1–4Cambuur1.96/3.62/3.71
08/05/16Cambuur0–2Excelsior3.38/3.66/2.05
28/09/14Excelsior1–1Cambuur2.70/3.41/2.59
17/04/15Cambuur1–1Excelsior1.79/3.82/4.22

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Cambuur

W 59D 61L 152
Over 2.559
Goals scored298

Away Record: Excelsior

W 98D 101L 239
Over 2.561
Goals scored510

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Excelsior defeated Cambuur 2:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by M. Azarkan 10′, J. Baas 44′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Cambuur had 72% possession while Excelsior held 28%. Cambuur had 27 shots (8 on target) compared to 7 (4 on target) for Excelsior. Cambuur made 5 substitutions, Excelsior made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Cambuur and Excelsior — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Cambuur
Excelsior
Kick Off
10′
M. Azarkan

assist: C. Driouech

44′
Half Time
M. PaulissenR. Balk
46′
Doke Schmidt48′
M. SmitD. Sambissa
58′
F. SmandL. Bergsma
58′
64′
M. AzarkanS. Seymor
64′
R. KharchouchR. Eyongo
65′
K. GoudmijnY. Ayoub
D. SchmidtT. Boere
70′
J. JacobsM. Breij
77′
80′
J. BaasN. Markelo
88′
C. DriouechJ. Donkor
Full Time

Match Statistics

Cambuur had 72% possession against Excelsior's 28%. Cambuur registered 27 shots (8 on target) while Excelsior managed 7 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 10–2. Fouls committed: 9–5.

8Shots on Goal4
12Shots off Goal1
27Total Shots7
7Blocked Shots2
19Shots insidebox4
8Shots outsidebox3
9Fouls5
10Corner Kicks2
2Offsides1
72%Ball Possession28%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves8
626Total passes257
524Passes accurate157
84%Passes %61%

Lineups

Cambuur lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under H. de Jong, while Excelsior deployed a 4-4-2 under M. Dijkhuizen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cambuur is —, compared to 7.44 for Excelsior. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Cambuur's highest-rated starter is —, while Excelsior's best-rated player is S. van Gassel (7.44).

Defensive Solidity

Cambuur deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Excelsior's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Cambuur field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Excelsior's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Cambuur start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Excelsior averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Cambuur and 58% for Excelsior. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Cambuur's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Excelsior average 29.0 (youngest: S. van Gassel (29), oldest: S. van Gassel (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Cambuur's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 28 for Excelsior. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Cambuur4-3-34-4-2Excelsior
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Virgínia5Schmidt15Tol33Smand16Bangura8Jacobs6Hoedema.20Maulun39Smit28Uldriķis10Pauliss.1Gassel2Horemans16Nieuwpo.4Yaakoubi28Tjoe-A-.10Azarkan6Eijgenr.33Baas14Driouech9Kharcho.8Goudmijn

Substitutes

Coach: H. de Jong

Substitutes

Coach: M. Dijkhuizen

CambuurPosition StrengthExcelsior
Avg Rating
7.44
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.44
0G 0A0G 1A
Cambuur4-3-3
1GoalkeeperJoão Virgínia
5DefenderD. Schmidt
15DefenderM. Tol
33DefenderF. Smand
16DefenderA. Bangura
8MidfielderJ. Jacobs
6MidfielderM. Hoedemakers
20MidfielderR. Maulun
39ForwardM. Smit
28ForwardR. Uldriķis
10ForwardM. Paulissen
Excelsior4-4-2
1GoalkeeperS. van Gassel7.41A
2DefenderS. Horemans
16DefenderS. Nieuwpoort
4DefenderR. El Yaakoubi
28DefenderN. Tjoe-A-On
10MidfielderM. Azarkan
6MidfielderJ. Eijgenraam
33MidfielderJ. Baas
14MidfielderC. Driouech
9ForwardR. Kharchouch
8ForwardK. Goudmijn

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Cambuur have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Excelsior show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Cambuur

LDDLWL

Excelsior

DLDLLL

Cambuur vs Excelsior Head to Head Results

Cambuur and Excelsior have met 12 times — Cambuur won 7, Excelsior won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2014. Cambuur leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 12 meetings. A combined 37 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.08 per match (24 for the home side, 13 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (42%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 7–2 in 2021.

7

Cambuur

2

Drawn

3

Excelsior

Goals: 24Goals: 13

Recent Meetings (12)

2 Aug 2025Cambuur0 – 1Excelsior
17 Jan 2025Cambuur1 – 0Excelsior
26 Oct 2024Excelsior0 – 1Cambuur
19 Mar 2023Excelsior4 – 1Cambuur
5 Apr 2021Cambuur7 – 2Excelsior
20 Dec 2020Excelsior0 – 1Cambuur
22 Dec 2019Excelsior1 – 3Cambuur
4 Oct 2019Cambuur4 – 0Excelsior
8 May 2016Cambuur0 – 2Excelsior
20 Dec 2015Excelsior1 – 4Cambuur
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026