Excelsior vs Heracles Prediction 8 November 2025
Excelsior host Heracles Almelo in an upcoming clash that promises to be an exciting encounter. Both clubs currently find themselves at the lower end of the table, eager to improve their standings. Excelsior have managed to win just three of their last eleven matches, raising questions about their attacking prowess. However, they do have the advantage of playing at home with the backing of their fans. Heracles Almelo, on the other hand, struggle on the road, having lost seven of their last eight away games, which does little to inspire confidence. In this match, both teams will be looking to exploit each other's weaknesses in pursuit of a much-needed victory.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Excelsior and Heracles Almelo:
- 28 matches played;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 13, draws - 6;
- goals scored - 49 for Excelsior, 54 for Heracles;
- average goals in the first half - 1.36, in the second half - 2.32;
- average total goals per match - 3.68.
Head-to-head statistics Excelsior - Heracles
Excelsior Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Eredivisie, with Telstar hosting Excelsior. The game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the match stats (Excelsior vs Telstar):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 15 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 8 vs 8.
Excelsior are going through a challenging period, currently sitting 15th in the standings with just three wins in their last eleven matches. Their most recent game ended in defeat, adding a negative tint to their season's outlook. The team's playing style focuses on defense and counterattacks, but their inconsistent form hinders them from realizing their potential on the pitch. Over the past five games, Excelsior have managed just one win alongside four losses (one draw), highlighting a series of fluctuating results and instability within the team (-2 goal difference). Additionally, it's worth noting their low scoring rate at home, averaging less than 1.5 goals per game.
Match Results: Excelsior
Heracles Almelo Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Eredivisie, where Heracles Almelo hosted Zwolle. The game ended with a score of 8-2.
Here are the match statistics (Heracles Almelo vs Zwolle):
- possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corners: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 16 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 11 vs 4.
Heracles Almelo sit at the bottom of the table in 18th place, under pressure to turn their fortunes around. The team have suffered nine defeats in their last eleven matches, including a recent run of three consecutive losses (goal difference -3). Despite two recent victories against similarly ranked opponents, their away performances remain their Achilles' heel, with most points dropped on the road (7 out of 8 losses). Their attack is average, scoring just over one goal per game overall, while conceding nearly two goals per match, leaving them vulnerable to the hosts' onslaught.
Match Results: Heracles Almelo
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 28;
- Home wins - 9, Away wins - 13, Draws - 6.
Statistics: Excelsior vs Heracles Almelo
- Matches played in the competition: 11 vs 11;
- Wins: 3 vs 2;
- Win percentage: 27% vs 18%;
- Losses: 7 vs 9;
- Draws: 1 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 3;
- Losses: 6 vs 7;
- Draws: 1 vs 0.
- Heracles Almelo have lost in 7 of their last 8 away games.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- The home team averages - 1.75 goals, the visitors - 1.93;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.68;
- Both teams scored: overall - 18 times; at the home ground - 9 times.
Statistics: Excelsior vs Heracles Almelo
- Average total in the competition: 2.82 vs 4.27;
- Average goals scored: 0.91 vs 1.36;
- Average first-half total: 0.55 vs 0.82;
- Average second-half total: 0.36 vs 0.55;
- Excelsior: average home total in the competition - 0.8;
- Heracles Almelo: average away total in the competition - 0.33;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 0.9 (home - 0.75) vs 1.8 (away - 1).
- Total over 2.5 goals has hit in the last 11 consecutive head-to-head matches (Eredivisie).
- Total over 2.5 goals has hit in the last 7 consecutive head-to-head matches at the home ground (Eredivisie).
- Total over 2.5 goals has hit in 16 of Heracles Almelo's last 17 matches.
- Total over 2.5 goals has hit in 15 of Heracles Almelo's last 16 matches (Eredivisie).
- Total over 2.5 goals has hit in 9 of Heracles Almelo's last 10 away matches.
- Total over 2.5 goals has hit in 8 of Heracles Almelo's last 9 away matches (Eredivisie).
Corner Prediction
Excelsior: Statistics
- Season: average total in the competition - 4.36; at home - 4;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.2; at home - 3.75.
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- Season: average total in the competition - 3.64, away - 3.33;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3.3; away - 2.67.
- Heracles Almelo have taken more than 3.5 corners in the last 7 consecutive head-to-head matches (Eredivisie).
Card Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 2.42 (1.21 for the home team and 1.21 for the visitors);
- Average total yellow cards at the home ground - 2.43 (1.29 for the home team and 1.14 for the visitors).
Excelsior: Statistics
- Season: average total in the competition - 1.36; at home - 1;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.5; at home - 1.25.
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- Season: average total in the competition - 1.55, away - 1.83;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.5; away - 1.83.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 28;
- Both teams scored overall - 18 times;
- At the home ground - 9 times.
Statistics: Excelsior vs Heracles Almelo
- Total matches played in the competition: 11 vs 11;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): Excelsior - 6, Heracles Almelo - 5;
- BTTS for Excelsior at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS for Heracles Almelo away - 2 (33%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: Excelsior - 5, Heracles Almelo - 5;
- BTTS for Excelsior at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS for Heracles Almelo away - 3 (50%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams are struggling with consistency and point accumulation: Excelsior have not been impressive at home, while Heracles Almelo face challenges on the road (following a trend of defeats). Considering Heracles are in good form, we can expect them to play some exciting football. However, the hosts won't make it easy for them. Our bet is on both teams to score.No comments
Betting Tips: Excelsior - Heracles Almelo
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