Match Summary
GO Ahead Eagles defeated Excelsior 3:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by W. Willumsson 39′, B. Adekanye 41′, I. Lidberg 60′, L. Lamprou 72′. 4 yellow cards were shown. GO Ahead Eagles had 56% possession while Excelsior held 44%. GO Ahead Eagles had 15 shots (8 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Excelsior. GO Ahead Eagles made 3 substitutions, Excelsior made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Kenzo Goudmijn 88′).
Match Events
Key match events between GO Ahead Eagles and Excelsior — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Adekanye
assist: W. Willumsson
assist: J. Amofa
assist: J. Baas
Match Statistics
GO Ahead Eagles had 56% possession against Excelsior's 44%. GO Ahead Eagles registered 15 shots (8 on target) while Excelsior managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 12–10.
Lineups
GO Ahead Eagles lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Hake, while Excelsior deployed a 4-3-3 under M. Dijkhuizen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for GO Ahead Eagles is 6.88, compared to 7.47 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. GO Ahead Eagles's highest-rated starter is O. Edvardsen (7.00), while Excelsior's best-rated player is S. van Gassel (7.47).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of GO Ahead Eagles have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by E. Linthorst (1G). Excelsior's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
GO Ahead Eagles 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
GO Ahead Eagles field 5 midfielders averaging 6.88, versus Excelsior's 3 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
GO Ahead Eagles start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 84% for GO Ahead Eagles 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.
Discipline
GO Ahead Eagles's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 GO Ahead Eagles's starting XI is 25.5 (youngest: E. Linthorst (25), oldest: O. Edvardsen (26)), 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
GO Ahead Eagles's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 26 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, GO Ahead Eagles have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Excelsior show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
GO Ahead Eagles and Excelsior have met 2 times — GO Ahead Eagles won 2, Excelsior won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. GO Ahead Eagles leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (3 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026