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Eredivisie | Fri 16 Oct, 19:00

Heerenveen v Excelsior Stats

Data last updated: Thu 15 Oct 2026, 08:55 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Heerenveen hosts Excelsior in an Eredivisie clash where both sides have shown attacking intent but defensive vulnerabilities. Heerenveen averages 1.6 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Excelsior scores 1.8 but concedes 2.2 on average. Both teams have similar recent points tallies, with Excelsior slightly ahead in the league table. The match promises open play given their offensive profiles and defensive lapses, setting the stage for a potentially high-scoring encounter under Friday night lights.

BT4Y best bet

Over 3.5 Goals

  • Heerenveen averages 1.6 goals scored and concedes 1.4 per game this season.
  • Excelsior scores 1.8 goals per match but concedes 2.2, indicating defensive frailty.
  • Excelsior has a 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate recently, Heerenveen 60%.
  • Recent form shows both teams involved in high-scoring games, supporting Over 3.5 Goals.
  • Head-to-head average goals stand at 2.7 per game over last 10 meetings.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model sees a 54.1% chance for Over 3.5 Goals, slightly above the 50% implied by , indicating a small positive edge. Both teams have shown attacking potency and defensive weaknesses, with Excelsior especially prone to conceding. Heerenveen's solid shot volume and key attacking players like M. Rivera add to the goal threat. The data quality is strong, supporting in the pick. This match's open tempo and recent high-scoring trends justify backing Over 3.5 Goals at a fair price.

Model Chance54.1% model chance vs 50% implied (+4.1 pts)
Positive
Implied Chance54.1% model chance vs 50% implied (+4.1 pts)
Positive
Heerenveen Goals For/Against1.6/1.4 per match
Positive
Excelsior Goals For/Against1.8/2.2 per match
Positive
Recent Over 2.5 RatesExcelsior 100%, Heerenveen 60%
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect an open game with both teams pushing forward aggressively, given their attacking strengths and defensive vulnerabilities. Excelsior's tendency to concede and Heerenveen's active shot generation suggest a lively match with multiple goals. The Over 3.5 Goals pick aligns well with these tactical and statistical insights, offering a compelling betting angle.

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 two sides with attacking intent but defensive gaps, making Over 3.5 Goals a logical choice. Excelsior's defensive record and Heerenveen's shot volume underpin the expectation of a high-scoring encounter.”

Key Data Signals

Over 3.5 Goals evidence

Heerenveen averages 1.6 goals scored and concedes 1.4 per game this season.

Excelsior scores 1.8 goals per match but concedes 2.2, indicating defensive frailty.

Excelsior has a 100% Over 2.5 Goals rate recently, Heerenveen 60%.

Recent form shows both teams involved in high-scoring games, supporting Over 3.5 Goals.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 3.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last 10 head-to-head meetings, the average goals per game is 2.7, indicating moderately high scoring.
  • Recent form trends show Excelsior with a 100% Over 2.5 rate, reinforcing the likelihood of multiple goals.
  • The tempo and attacking intent from both sides suggest this trend will continue, favoring goal-rich outcomes.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Heerenveen1.6
Avg goals scored
Excelsior1.8
Heerenveen1.4
Avg goals conceded
Excelsior2.2
Heerenveen40%
BTTS rate
Excelsior80%
Heerenveen60%
Over 2.5 goals
Excelsior100%
Market aligned with main pickOver 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 54% vs implied 50% · edge +4.1 pts
2
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 88%
1.12
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 72%
1.44
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.5
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 32%
2.7
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 34%
2.5
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Both teams have shown a propensity for goals, with Excelsior boasting a 100% Over 2.5 rate and Heerenveen 60%. BTTS rates are also elevated, especially for Excelsior at 80%. This combination points to open matches with goals at both ends, supporting the expectation of multiple goals and goal involvement from both sides.

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Market odds

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

Best odds for this sectionExcelsior Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 48% vs implied 33% · edge +15 pts
3
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 72%
1.44
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.5
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Excelsior to WinBetMGM guide price · model 36%
4.75
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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.4
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 29%
4.2
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Heerenveen Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 56%
1.38
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The 54.1% for Over 3.5 Goals sits against roughly 50% implied by the current price (+4.1 pts). The Over 2.5 trend is 60% for Heerenveen and 100% for Excelsior, so the goals angle is not just a price call.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Heerenveen

LWDLD
Last 51W 2D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 3D 3L
09 Oct 2026A PSV Eindhoven0-2
19 Sep 2026A Sparta Rotterdam4-0
13 Sep 2026H Telstar0-0
06 Sep 2026H AZ Alkmaar2-3
30 Aug 2026A Willem II2-2

Excelsior

LDLDW
Last 51W 2D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 2D 3L
11 Oct 2026H Groningen1-5
19 Sep 2026A Ajax2-2
13 Sep 2026H Utrecht1-2
08 Sep 2026A NEC Nijmegen2-2
05 Sep 2026A Willem II3-0
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 61% vs implied 46% · edge +15 pts
2.2
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Excelsior Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 48%
3
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Excelsior to WinBetMGM guide price · model 36%
4.75
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Home / DrawBetfred guide price · model 75%
1.18
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 29%
4.2
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Heerenveen Draw No BetBetUK guide price · model 56%
1.38
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Heerenveen to WinBet365 guide price · model 46%
1.65
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Recent form data shows both teams involved in matches with multiple goals. Excelsior's perfect recent Over 2.5 record contrasts with Heerenveen's 60%, but both indicate a trend toward open, attacking games. Their similar points tallies and offensive output suggest momentum toward goal-rich encounters continuing in this fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Heerenveen Over 2.5
100%Excelsior Over 2.5
2.7H2H avg goals
Over the last 10 head-to-head meetings, the average goals per game is 2.7, indicating moderately high scoring. Recent form trends show Excelsior with a 100% Over 2.5 rate, reinforcing the likelihood of multiple goals. The tempo and attacking intent from both sides suggest this trend will continue, favoring goal-rich outcomes.

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