19 February 2023 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: Excelsior
Away Record: NEC Nijmegen
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
NEC Nijmegen defeated Excelsior 3:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by M. Mattsson 44′, S. El Karouani 73′, A. Musaba 85′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Excelsior had 35% possession while NEC Nijmegen held 65%. Excelsior had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 17 (6 on target) for NEC Nijmegen. Excelsior made 5 substitutions, NEC Nijmegen made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Excelsior and NEC Nijmegen — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Verdonk
assist: C. Verdonk
Match Statistics
Excelsior had 35% possession against NEC Nijmegen's 65%. Excelsior registered 10 shots (4 on target) while NEC Nijmegen managed 17 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–2. Fouls committed: 9–6.
Lineups
Excelsior lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Dijkhuizen, while NEC Nijmegen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under R. Meijer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Excelsior is 7.44, compared to 7.06 for NEC Nijmegen. 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 NEC Nijmegen's best-rated player is J. Cillessen (7.40).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Excelsior have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. NEC Nijmegen's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by D. Proper (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Excelsior deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against NEC Nijmegen's 4-man backline averaging 7.04. 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 5 midfielders averaging —, versus NEC Nijmegen's 5 rated 6.75. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for NEC Nijmegen 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 74% for NEC Nijmegen. 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
Excelsior's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for NEC Nijmegen. 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 Excelsior's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: S. van Gassel (29), oldest: S. van Gassel (29)), while NEC Nijmegen average 28.8 (youngest: D. Proper (23), oldest: J. Cillessen (36)). 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 12 for NEC Nijmegen. 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: M. Dijkhuizen
Substitutes
Coach: R. Meijer
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Excelsior have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. NEC Nijmegen show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Excelsior vs NEC Nijmegen Head to Head Results
Excelsior and NEC Nijmegen have met 16 times — Excelsior won 6, NEC Nijmegen won 8, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. NEC Nijmegen leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 50 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.13 per match (20 for the home side, 30 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. NEC Nijmegen are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2023.
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Recent Meetings (16)
API data: 15 Mar 2026