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Eredivisie | Sat 07 Nov, 20:00

Excelsior v GO Ahead Eagles Stats

Data last updated: Sun 08 Nov 2026, 19:09 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This Eredivisie clash between Excelsior and GO Ahead Eagles features two teams with contrasting defensive records and attacking intent. Excelsior have struggled at the back, conceding over four goals per game recently, while GO Ahead Eagles have a more balanced defense but maintain a high scoring rate. Both sides have shown a propensity for high-scoring encounters, with an 80% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals. The game promises open play and attacking opportunities, setting the stage for a potentially goal-laden fixture under floodlights on Saturday evening.

BT4Y best bet

Over 3.5 Goals

  • Excelsior concede an average of 4.2 goals per game, indicating defensive vulnerability.
  • GO Ahead Eagles average 1.6 goals scored per match, showing attacking threat.
  • Both teams have an 80% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals recently.
  • GO Ahead Eagles average 15 shots per game with 5.2 on target, reflecting offensive pressure.
  • Excelsior's low shot volume contrasts with their high goals conceded, suggesting defensive lapses.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies Over 3.5 Goals as a value bet with a 54.3% chance against an implied market chance of 45.5%, offering an 8.8% . Both teams have high recent over 2.5 goals rates (80%), and GO Ahead Eagles generate significant shot volume (15 per game) with strong finishing, while Excelsior's defensive frailties inflate goal opportunities. The attacking profiles and defensive weaknesses combine to support a higher-scoring game, making Over 3.5 Goals a compelling selection at current .

Model Probability54.3% model chance vs 45.5% implied (+8.8 pts)
Strong positive
Recent Over 2.5 Goals Rate80% for both teams
Strong positive
GO Ahead Eagles Shot Volume15 shots per game, 5.2 on target
Strong positive
Excelsior Defensive Record4.2 goals conceded per game
Strong positive
Price Value Edge54.3% model chance vs 45.5% implied (+8.8 pts)
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect an open and attacking contest as GO Ahead Eagles push forward with their high shot volume and goal threat, while Excelsior's defensive vulnerabilities increase the likelihood of multiple goals. The data supports a lively match with Over 3.5 Goals a sensible call given both teams' recent scoring and conceding patterns.

Main risk

A slower tempo or weaker chance quality would make the goals market harder to justify at the current price.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Goal-scoring potential and defensive weaknesses

“This fixture features a clash of Excelsior's porous defense against GO Ahead Eagles' prolific attack, creating a fertile ground for goals. The volume and quality of shots from GO Ahead Eagles combined with Excelsior's defensive lapses make Over 3.5 Goals a logical expectation.”

Key Data Signals

Over 3.5 Goals evidence

Excelsior concede an average of 4.2 goals per game, indicating defensive vulnerability.

GO Ahead Eagles average 1.6 goals scored per match, showing attacking threat.

Both teams have an 80% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals recently.

GO Ahead Eagles average 15 shots per game with 5.2 on target, reflecting offensive pressure.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 3.5 Goals notes

  • In the last 10 meetings, the average goals scored is 2.2, slightly below the Over 3.5 threshold.
  • However, recent form and attacking trends indicate an upward trajectory in goals scored, with both teams hitting 80% over 2.5 goals in recent matches.
  • This suggests a faster tempo and more open play in this fixture, increasing the likelihood of a high-scoring game.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Excelsior0.6
Avg goals scored
GO Ahead Eagles1.6
Excelsior4.2
Avg goals conceded
GO Ahead Eagles2.8
Excelsior40%
BTTS rate
GO Ahead Eagles80%
Excelsior80%
Over 2.5 goals
GO Ahead Eagles80%
Market aligned with main pickOver 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · Model 54% vs implied 46% · edge +8.8 pts
2.2
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 88%
1.14
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 72%
1.5
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.44
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 31%
2.62
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 32%
2.5
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Both teams have an 80% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals, highlighting a strong trend towards high-scoring games. GO Ahead Eagles' attacking output and Excelsior's defensive frailty suggest multiple goals are likely. BTTS is also probable given GO Ahead Eagles' scoring consistency and Excelsior's conceded goals, supporting an open game with goals at both ends.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionGO Ahead Eagles Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 71% vs implied 56% · edge +15 pts
1.8
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GO Ahead Eagles to WinBetfred guide price · model 58%
2.35
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 72%
1.5
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 73%
1.44
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 68%
1.44
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Excelsior Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 45%
2
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Excelsior to WinBetfred guide price · model 27%
2.8
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The 54.3% for Over 3.5 Goals sits against roughly 45.5% implied by the current price (+8.8 pts). The Over 2.5 trend is 80% for Excelsior and 80% for GO Ahead Eagles, so the goals angle is not just a price call.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Excelsior

LLLLD
Last 50W 1D 4L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 2D 6L
01 Nov 2026H Twente0-9
25 Oct 2026A Fortuna Sittard0-1
16 Oct 2026A Heerenveen0-4
11 Oct 2026H Groningen1-5
19 Sep 2026A Ajax2-2

GO Ahead Eagles

LWLDD
Last 51W 2D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 5D 3L
31 Oct 2026A Cambuur0-4
23 Oct 2026H Telstar3-2
18 Oct 2026A PEC Zwolle1-4
10 Oct 2026H Sparta Rotterdam3-3
20 Sep 2026A NEC Nijmegen1-1
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 84% vs implied 71% · edge +12.6 pts
1.4
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GO Ahead Eagles Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.8
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GO Ahead Eagles to WinBetfred guide price · model 58%
2.35
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Excelsior Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 45%
2
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 48%
1.57
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Excelsior to WinBetfred guide price · model 27%
2.8
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 20%
3.6
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Recent form shows Excelsior with only 1 point and a poor defensive record, conceding 4.2 goals per game, while GO Ahead Eagles have 5 points and a more balanced attack-defense profile. Both teams have maintained an 80% rate of matches over 2.5 goals, reinforcing the expectation of a high-scoring encounter based on current momentum and scoring trends.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

80%Excelsior Over 2.5
80%GO Ahead Eagles Over 2.5
2.2H2H avg goals
In the last 10 meetings, the average goals scored is 2.2, slightly below the Over 3.5 threshold. However, recent form and attacking trends indicate an upward trajectory in goals scored, with both teams hitting 80% over 2.5 goals in recent matches. This suggests a faster tempo and more open play in this fixture, increasing the likelihood of a high-scoring game.

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