Excelsior vs PSV Prediction 27 September 2025
In the upcoming clash between Excelsior and PSV, we anticipate an exciting contest. Excelsior, positioned in the lower part of the table, are eager to secure points to avoid a relegation battle. Their form has been inconsistent, with two wins and three losses in their last five outings. On the other hand, PSV are in excellent form, boasting four victories in their last six matches and comfortably sitting in second place in the league. Both teams have their strengths: the hosts often find the net at home, while the visitors are renowned for their attacking prowess on the road. The intrigue lies in whether Excelsior can withstand the pressure from the favorites.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 14 January 2025 and ended with a 5-4 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (PSV were the home side):
- possession: 71% vs 29%;
- corners: 12 vs 5;
- fouls: 4 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 13 vs 7.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Excelsior and PSV:
- 25 matches played;
- home wins - 0, away wins - 23, draws - 2;
- goals scored - 20 for Excelsior, 81 for PSV;
- average goals in the 1st half - 1.48, in the 2nd half - 2.56;
- average total goals per match - 4.04.
Head-to-head statistics Excelsior - PSV

Excelsior Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Eredivisie, with Volendam playing at home against Excelsior. The match concluded with a 1-2 scoreline.
Here are the game statistics (Excelsior vs Volendam):
- possession: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 3 vs 5;
- fouls: 19 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 6 vs 6.
Excelsior are showing themselves as a team with fighting spirit, though their results remain inconsistent. Over the last five matches, they have claimed two victories while suffering three defeats, with their latest outing ending in disappointment. Last season, their defense was vulnerable, as evidenced by an average of 2.17 goals conceded per game. Nevertheless, the "Red and Whites" consistently thrill their fans with goals, having scored in 20 of their last 22 home fixtures. This underscores their attacking potential, even against stronger opponents.
Match Results: Excelsior

PSV Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Eredivisie, with PSV hosting Ajax. The game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the match statistics (PSV vs Ajax):
- possession: 61% vs 39%;
- corners: 9 vs 5;
- fouls: 17 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 5;
- shots on target: 8 vs 6.
PSV have been delivering consistent performances throughout the season, securing the second spot in the league table thanks to their potent attack and solid defense. Out of their last six matches, they have clinched victory in four and suffered only one defeat; their most recent encounter ended in a 5-4 win over their opponents back in January. The team favors ball control and utilizes swift counterattacks to create scoring opportunities, boasting an impressive average of 3.17 goals per game.
Match Results: PSV
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 25;
- First-half victories for the home team - 1; for the away team - 8; draws - 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.48;
- Today's home team scores an average of 0.2 goals, while the visitors net 1.28.
First-Half Stats: Excelsior (home) vs PSV (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 2;
- Wins: 0 (0%) vs 2 (100%);
- Losses: 1 (33.33%) vs 0 (0%);
- Draws: 2 (66.67%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 1 vs 2.5;
- Average goals conceded: 0.67 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 3 vs 5;
- Losses: 3 vs 3;
- Draws: 4 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.6 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.7) vs 2.1 (scored - 1.4, conceded - 0.7).
- Excelsior have lost the first half in 10 of their last 11 head-to-head Eredivisie meetings with this team.
- Excelsior have lost the first half at home in 5 of their last 6 head-to-head Eredivisie meetings with this team.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- number of encounters - 25;
- home wins - 0, away wins - 23, draws - 2.
Statistics: Excelsior vs PSV
- matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- wins: 2 vs 4;
- win percentage: 33% vs 67%;
- losses: 4 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches:
- wins: 5 vs 7;
- losses: 5 vs 2;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
- Excelsior cover a +2.5 handicap at home in 8 of the last 9 encounters between these teams (Eredivisie).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- current home team average goals - 0.8, visitors - 3.24;
- average total goals in head-to-head matches - 4.04;
- both teams have scored: overall - 14 times; at the home team's ground - 8 times.
Statistics: Excelsior vs PSV
- average total in the tournament: 3 vs 4.83;
- average goals scored: 0.83 vs 3.17;
- average total in the first half: 0.33 vs 1.5;
- average total in the second half: 0.5 vs 1.67;
- Excelsior's average total at home in the tournament - 0.67;
- PSV's average total away in the tournament - 3.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 1.8) vs 2.9 (away - 3.33).
- PSV score less than 3.5 goals away in 8 of the last 9 encounters between these teams (Eredivisie).
- PSV score less than 3.5 goals away in 14 of their last 15 matches.
- PSV score less than 3.5 goals away in 10 of their last 11 matches (Eredivisie).
Corners Prediction
Excelsior: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 3.83; at home - 4.33;
- last 10 matches: average total - 4.8; at home - 5.8.
PSV: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 7.17, away - 5;
- last 10 matches: average total - 7.5; away - 6.33.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 2.4 (1.2 for the home team and 1.2 for the visitors);
- average total yellow cards at the home ground - 2 (0.75 for the home team and 1.25 for the visitors).
Excelsior: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 1.33; at home - 1.67;
- last 10 matches: average total - 1.2; at home - 1.2.
PSV: Statistics
- season: average total in the tournament - 2, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average total - 1.4; away - 3.33.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- number of encounters - 25;
- both teams have scored throughout - 14 times;
- at the home team's ground - 8 times.
Statistics: Excelsior vs PSV
- number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 4;
- Excelsior's BTTS at home - 1 (33%);
- PSV's BTTS away - 1 (50%).
Last 10 Matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 8;
- Excelsior's BTTS at home - 1 (20%);
- PSV's BTTS away - 2 (67%).