15 December 2020 at 17:45
Match Summary
Excelsior defeated PEC Zwolle 2:0. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2020. Goals were scored by T. Oude Kotte 63′, A. Mendes Moreira 86′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Excelsior had 31% possession while PEC Zwolle held 69%. Excelsior had 9 shots (6 on target) compared to 15 (6 on target) for PEC Zwolle. Excelsior made 4 substitutions, PEC Zwolle made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Excelsior and PEC Zwolle — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. van der Meer
assist: M. Wieffer
Match Statistics
Excelsior had 31% possession against PEC Zwolle's 69%. Excelsior registered 9 shots (6 on target) while PEC Zwolle managed 15 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 3–8. Fouls committed: 15–12.
Lineups
Excelsior lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under M. Dijkhuizen, while PEC Zwolle deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Stegeman.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Excelsior is —, compared to 6.50 for PEC Zwolle. 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 —, while PEC Zwolle's best-rated player is E. Reijnders (6.50).
Defensive Solidity
Excelsior deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against PEC Zwolle'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
Excelsior field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus PEC Zwolle'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
Excelsior start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for PEC Zwolle averaging 6.50. 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 —% for Excelsior and 40% for PEC Zwolle. 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 — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while PEC Zwolle average 25.0 (youngest: E. Reijnders (25), oldest: E. Reijnders (25)). 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 0 league appearances each, versus 2 for PEC Zwolle. 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: J. Stegeman
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Excelsior have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. PEC Zwolle show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Excelsior vs PEC Zwolle Head to Head Results
Excelsior and PEC Zwolle have met 14 times — Excelsior won 1, PEC Zwolle won 8, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2014. PEC Zwolle leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 43 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.07 per match (13 for the home side, 30 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (64%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (57%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2023.
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Recent Meetings (14)
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