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Go Ahead Eagles vs Excelsior

De Adelaarshorst, Deventer29 October 2022 at 20:00

Match Events

GO Ahead Eagles
Excelsior
Kick Off
34′Yassin Ayoub
W. Willumsson

assist: B. Adekanye

39′
B. Adekanye

assist: W. Willumsson

41′
Half Time
46′
N. MarkeloN. Tjoe-A-On
46′
S. SeymorM. Awoudja
54′Julian Baas
I. Lidberg

assist: J. Amofa

60′
65′
Y. AyoubA. Fein
E. LinthorstE. Llansana
66′
70′Reda Kharchouch
72′
L. Lamprou

assist: J. Baas

73′
L. LamprouM. van Duinen
O. EdvardsenM. Berden
80′
B. AdekanyeF. Stokkers
80′
81′
M. AzarkanC. Driouech
VAR
88′Card upgrade
90′Kenzo Goudmijn
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal5
15Total Shots9
1Blocked Shots0
12Shots insidebox6
3Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls10
6Corner Kicks3
0Offsides0
56%Ball Possession44%
0Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves5
457Total passes367
369Passes accurate265
81%Passes %72%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for GO Ahead Eagles is 6.75, compared to 7.42 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 (6.98), while Excelsior's best-rated player is S. van Gassel (7.42).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of GO Ahead Eagles have contributed 12 goals and 4 assists this season, led by M. Deijl (4G). 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 6.61 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 6.84, 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 60% for GO Ahead Eagles and 57% 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 9 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 26.8 (youngest: E. Linthorst (25), oldest: M. Deijl (28)), 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 16 league appearances each, versus 30 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.

GO Ahead Eagles4-2-3-14-3-3Excelsior
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lange2Deijl25Amofa6Idzes5Kuipers10Rommens8Linthor.18Willums.11Adekanye23Edvards.9Lidberg1Gassel2Horemans4Yaakoubi34Seymor24Markelo21Ayoub33Baas8Goudmijn10Azarkan9Kharcho.22Lamprou

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hake

Substitutes

Coach: M. Dijkhuizen

GO Ahead EaglesPosition StrengthExcelsior
6.75
Avg Rating
7.42
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.42
0G 0A0G 1A
6.61Defender (4 v 4)
4G 1A0G 0A
6.84Midfielder (5 v 3)
8G 3A0G 0A
GO Ahead Eagles4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. de Lange
2DefenderM. Deijl7.04G1A
25DefenderJ. Amofa6.3
6DefenderJ. Idzes
5DefenderB. Kuipers
10MidfielderP. Rommens
8MidfielderE. Linthorst6.93G3A
18MidfielderW. Willumsson
11MidfielderB. Adekanye6.61G
23MidfielderO. Edvardsen7.04G
9ForwardI. Lidberg
Excelsior4-3-3
1GoalkeeperS. van Gassel7.41A
2DefenderS. Horemans
4DefenderR. El Yaakoubi
34DefenderS. Seymor
24DefenderN. Markelo
21MidfielderY. Ayoub
33MidfielderJ. Baas
8MidfielderK. Goudmijn
10ForwardM. Azarkan
9ForwardR. Kharchouch
22ForwardL. Lamprou

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′).

Rivalry since 2014

GO Ahead Eagles vs Excelsior Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
GO Ahead Eagles
5
wins
Drawn
5
Excelsior
2
wins
Total goals
26 · 2.2/match
Both scored
5/12 · 42%
Over 2.5
5/12 · 42%

Recent Form

GO Ahead Eagles

LLWDLD

Excelsior

WWDLDL

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

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

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.

GO Ahead Eagles5wins
3draws10 meetings
Excelsior2wins

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

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (80%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (55%) — the odds may underestimate GO Ahead Eagles.

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 57.7%Draw 24.6%Away 22.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.723.904.20
Max1.754.284.50
Over 2.5: 62.5%Under 2.5: 43.5%
Market favourite:GO Ahead Eagles · 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 market55.5%22.7%21.9%
Public market55.2%23.7%21.1%
Δ0.3%1.1%0.8%

GO Ahead Eagles vs Excelsior — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

GO Ahead Eagles
Result vs. Market: GO Ahead Eagles (58%)

Result matched 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.

GO Ahead EaglesHalf-time:20Excelsior
15Shots9
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
01/03/26Excelsior0–1Go Ahead Eagles2.45/3.50/2.80
26/10/25Go Ahead Eagles2–0Excelsior1.77/4.20/4.05
30/03/24Go Ahead Eagles3–0Excelsior1.58/4.32/5.33
16/12/23Excelsior1–1Go Ahead Eagles2.91/3.70/2.24
14/04/23Excelsior2–1Go Ahead Eagles3.26/3.50/2.19
29/10/22Go Ahead Eagles3–1Excelsior1.73/4.06/4.38
01/10/16Go Ahead Eagles3–0Excelsior2.38/3.40/2.92
22/01/17Excelsior1–1Go Ahead Eagles2.10/3.41/3.45
17/08/14Excelsior3–2Go Ahead Eagles2.26/3.51/3.08
03/02/15Go Ahead Eagles0–0Excelsior2.07/3.56/3.39

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: GO Ahead Eagles

W 99D 92L 181
Over 2.559
Goals scored471

Away Record: Excelsior

W 100D 101L 239
Over 2.561
Goals scored518

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026