12 August 2022 at 18:00

31
Full Time
Referee: A. Bos

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.

Excelsior4wins
3draws10 meetings
Vitesse3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.5

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (27%) — 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 27.6%Draw 26.0%Away 51.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min3.503.701.90
Max3.754.111.96
Over 2.5: 63.7%Under 2.5: 42.6%
Market favourite:Vitesse · Slight 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 market26.8%23.6%49.6%
Public market25.2%25.2%49.7%
Δ1.6%1.5%

Excelsior vs Vitesse — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Excelsior
Result vs. Market: Vitesse (52%)

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.

ExcelsiorHalf-time:21Vitesse
11Shots22
6Shots on target6

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
25/02/24Excelsior1–2Vitesse2.12/3.61/3.26
07/10/23Vitesse0–0Excelsior1.74/4.18/4.24
22/04/23Vitesse0–0Excelsior1.45/4.65/6.76
12/08/22Excelsior3–1Vitesse3.63/3.85/1.94
18/01/19Vitesse3–2Excelsior1.31/5.31/9.19
20/10/18Excelsior2–0Vitesse3.99/3.95/1.81
09/09/17Excelsior0–3Vitesse3.22/3.39/2.23
17/02/18Vitesse1–2Excelsior1.37/4.73/8.78
26/11/16Vitesse2–2Excelsior1.41/4.67/7.33
15/04/17Excelsior1–0Vitesse3.51/3.44/2.07

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: Excelsior

W 98D 101L 239
Over 2.561
Goals scored510

Away Record: Vitesse

W 421D 265L 360
Over 2.558
Goals scored1631

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Excelsior defeated Vitesse 3:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by R. Kharchouch 14′, R. Kharchouch 20′, N. Frederiksen 29′, K. Goudmijn 76′. 1 red cards. Excelsior had 40% possession while Vitesse held 60%. Excelsior had 11 shots (6 on target) compared to 22 (6 on target) for Vitesse. Excelsior made 4 substitutions, Vitesse made 3. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Sondre Tronstad 90′).

Match Events

Key match events between Excelsior and Vitesse — 4 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Excelsior
Vitesse
Kick Off
R. Kharchouch

assist: S. Horemans

14′
R. Kharchouch

assist: M. Azarkan

20′
Half Time
64′
FerroT. Buitink
J. BaasY. Ayoub
65′
K. Goudmijn

assist: R. Kharchouch

76′
82′
M. ManhoefS. van Duivenbooden
82′
T. DomgjoniM. Sankoh
R. KharchouchR. Eyongo
86′
M. AzarkanN. Markelo
86′
VAR
90+6′Card upgrade
K. GoudmijnL. Admiraal
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Excelsior had 40% possession against Vitesse's 60%. Excelsior registered 11 shots (6 on target) while Vitesse managed 22 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 1–8. Fouls committed: 10–18.

6Shots on Goal6
4Shots off Goal11
11Total Shots22
1Blocked Shots5
8Shots insidebox11
3Shots outsidebox11
10Fouls18
1Corner Kicks8
3Offsides1
40%Ball Possession60%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards1
5Goalkeeper Saves3
302Total passes453
217Passes accurate361
72%Passes %80%

Lineups

Excelsior lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under M. Dijkhuizen, while Vitesse deployed a 5-4-1 under T. Letsch.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Excelsior is 7.44, compared to — for Vitesse. 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. Excelsior's highest-rated starter is S. van Gassel (7.44), while Vitesse's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Excelsior deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Vitesse's 5-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

Excelsior field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Vitesse'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

Excelsior start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Vitesse 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 58% for Excelsior and —% for Vitesse. 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 Excelsior's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: S. van Gassel (29), oldest: S. van Gassel (29)), while Vitesse average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Excelsior's starters average 28 league appearances each, versus 0 for Vitesse. 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.

Excelsior4-4-25-4-1Vitesse
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Gassel2Horemans16Nieuwpo.4Yaakoubi28Tjoe-A-.10Azarkan6Eijgenr.33Baas14Driouech9Kharcho.8Goudmijn24Houwen2Arcus20Meulens.5Ferro13Corneli.32Wittek42Manhoef21Bero8Tronstad22Domgjoni11Frederi.

Substitutes

Coach: M. Dijkhuizen

Substitutes

Coach: T. Letsch

ExcelsiorPosition StrengthVitesse
7.44
Avg Rating
7.44Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 1A0G 0A
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
Vitesse5-4-1
24GoalkeeperJ. Houwen
2DefenderC. Arcus
20DefenderM. Meulensteen
5DefenderFerro
13DefenderE. Cornelisse
32DefenderM. Wittek
42MidfielderM. Manhoef
21MidfielderM. Bero
8MidfielderS. Tronstad
22MidfielderT. Domgjoni
11ForwardN. Frederiksen

Recent Form

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

Excelsior

DLDLLL

Vitesse

DWWDWW

Excelsior vs Vitesse Head to Head Results

Excelsior and Vitesse have met 20 times — Excelsior won 4, Vitesse won 11, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Vitesse leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 20 meetings. A combined 53 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.65 per match (20 for the home side, 33 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Vitesse are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2019.

4

Excelsior

5

Drawn

11

Vitesse

Goals: 20Goals: 33

Recent Meetings (20)

1 Feb 2025Excelsior1 – 3Vitesse
25 Aug 2024Vitesse1 – 1Excelsior
25 Feb 2024Excelsior1 – 2Vitesse
7 Oct 2023Vitesse0 – 0Excelsior
22 Apr 2023Vitesse0 – 0Excelsior
9 Feb 2021Excelsior0 – 1Vitesse
18 Jan 2019Vitesse3 – 2Excelsior
20 Oct 2018Excelsior2 – 0Vitesse
17 Feb 2018Vitesse1 – 2Excelsior
9 Sept 2017Excelsior0 – 3Vitesse
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026