17 September 2022 at 19:00
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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: Fortuna Sittard
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Away Record: Excelsior
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Fortuna Sittard defeated Excelsior 1:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by R. Vita 87′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Fortuna Sittard had 41% possession while Excelsior held 59%. Fortuna Sittard had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 14 (2 on target) for Excelsior. Fortuna Sittard made 4 substitutions, Excelsior made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Fortuna Sittard and Excelsior — 1 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Fortuna Sittard had 41% possession against Excelsior's 59%. Fortuna Sittard registered 13 shots (4 on target) while Excelsior managed 14 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 1–5. Fouls committed: 10–9.
Lineups
Fortuna Sittard lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Julio Velázquez, while Excelsior deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Dijkhuizen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Fortuna Sittard is 6.52, compared to 7.01 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. Fortuna Sittard's highest-rated starter is Ivo Pinto (6.52), while Excelsior's best-rated player is S. van Gassel (7.44).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Fortuna Sittard have contributed 0 goals and 5 assists this season, led by —. Excelsior's starters account for 1 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. van Duinen (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Fortuna Sittard deploy 4 defenders rated 6.52 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
Fortuna Sittard field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Excelsior's 5 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
Fortuna Sittard start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Excelsior averaging 6.57. 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 74% for Fortuna Sittard and 56% 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.
Discipline
Fortuna Sittard's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Excelsior. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Fortuna Sittard's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: Ivo Pinto (35), oldest: Ivo Pinto (35)), while Excelsior average 31.5 (youngest: S. van Gassel (29), oldest: M. van Duinen (34)). 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
Fortuna Sittard's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 27 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Julio Velázquez
Substitutes
Coach: M. Dijkhuizen
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Fortuna Sittard have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Excelsior show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior Head to Head Results
Fortuna Sittard and Excelsior have met 7 times — Fortuna Sittard won 3, Excelsior won 2, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2018. Fortuna Sittard leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 25 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.57 per match (14 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (71%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2024.
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Recent Meetings (7)
API data: 15 Mar 2026