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Heracles Almelo - Excelsior prediction
Match predictions
After uncovering the full review for this game, we can confidently say that the Heracles Almelo vs Excelsior prediction is precise. With facts and data-driven analysis, it is clear that the Both team to score - No will be the most successful wager choice for this event.
Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 20.03.2026 19:41
Match preview
The match between Heracles Almelo and Excelsior, as part of the Eredivisie (Netherlands), is scheduled for 20.03 at 15:00. Betting enthusiasts can use the following analysis of teams' statistics and prediction to gain detailed insight into their betting decisions for the match.
H2H and previous results
In total, teams have faced off in 36 matches with each other. The most recent game took place on 08.11.25, with a final score of 1:2. Heracles Almelo won 17 of the games, while Excelsior was successful in 12 of the matches. Additionally, there were 7 matches where the teams ended without a winner. Ultimately, the two teams have a difference of 63-59 goals.
H2H Statistics
Heracles Almelo
Excelsior
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17 wins
7 draws
12 wins
Comparison stat
Get the latest details on the past 10 matches between Heracles Almelo and Excelsior, including the number of wins, draws, losses, goals scored, and goals given up.
Heracles Almelo
Excelsior
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10
Matches
1 - Wins
2 - Draws
7 - Loses
Goal Difference
-17
8
25
Scored
Conceded
-3
11
14
10
Matches
Wins - 1
Draws - 4
Loses - 5
Heracles Almelo review
The club Heracles Almelo has competed in 10 events during the current Eredivisie season. Of these, Heracles Almelo has 1 wins, 8 losses, and 1 draws at home. This record has placed the team at 18 place in the standings. The average number of goals scored and conceded by Heracles Almelo at home is 16 and 22, giving a difference of -6. The average goal scored by teams when Heracles Almelo is playing at home is 23.7. In matches hosted by Heracles Almelo, there have been 5 occasions in which both teams scored, which is equivalent to 50%. As for the time it takes Heracles Almelo to score a goal at home, it averages 23.7 minutes.
demonstrates a stable recovery of his performance.
Top scorers are: Hornkamp, Jizz, Kulenovic, Luka, Mirani, Damon, Unuvar, Naci, Borges Sanches, Yvandro, Mesik, Ivan, Van Hoorenbeeck, Alec, Zeefuik, Lequincio, Te Wierik, Mike, Bruns, Thomas, Limbombe, Bryan, Ould Chikh, Walid, Van Gilst, Tristan, Hrustic, Ajdin
Excelsior review
In this season's Eredivisie tournament, the Excelsior played 10 games. Out of these away matches, the club won 2, in total winning 1, losing 5 and drawing 4. Excelsior scored 11 goals and conceded 17, resulting in a goal difference of -6. The team is currently in the 15 position in the table. On average, 32.1 goals are scored in each of Excelsior's away matches. In 7 matches both teams scored, which is 70%. Excelsior players take approximately 32.1 minutes to score away.
continues to show a good game.
Players with the greatest scores is: Naujoks, Noah, Yegoian, Irakli, Zagre, Arthur, Wlodarczyk, Szymon, De Regt, Gyan, Bronkhorst, Ilias, Jonathans, Miliano, Sanches Fernandes, Derensili, Van Duinen, Mike, Do-yong, Yoon, Schouten, Lewis, Hansson, Emil.
Standings
| # | Team | G | Pts | W | D | L | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 |
Excelsior
|
27 | 26 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 28:46 |
| 18 |
Heracles Almelo
|
27 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 19 | 32:69 |
Standings tracker
Heracles Almelo
Excelsior
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18
Position
13
34
Round
34
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Heracles Almelo
DRAW
Excelsior
Will both teams score?
YES
50%
NO
50%
Who will score first?
Heracles Almelo
No goal
34%
Excelsior
Prematch stats
Heracles Almelo
Excelsior
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10
Matches
1 - Wins
2 - Draws
7 - Loses
Goal Difference
-17
8
25
Scored
Conceded
-3
11
14
10
Matches
Wins - 1
Draws - 4
Loses - 5
Heracles Almelo has battled hard in 27 matches, winning just 5 and losing 19 times. They scored 32 goals but conceded 69, making their defense weak and games full of action. Excelsior looks stronger with 7 wins and 15 losses in the same matches. Their 28 goals scored and 46 conceded show a tougher back line, keeping fans on the edge.
Fierce Heracles struggles to hold leads, averaging over 2.5 goals conceded per game, which hurts their fight. Excelsior controls matches better, with fewer than 1.8 goals against on average, giving them an edge in tense battles. Both teams chase wins, but Excelsior's form sparks more hope for fans.
Scored
Heracles Almelo is +14% Better in terms of Goals scored.
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
56%
78%
Over 1.5
26%
26%
Over 2.5
15%
0%
Over 3.5
7%
0%
Failed to score
44%
22%
Statistics of Heracles Almelo matches and Excelsior matches within the tournament Eredivisie.
Heracles Almelo packs a slight edge in firepower, netting an average of 1.19 goals per match compared to Excelsior's modest 1.04, making their attacks feel more dynamic and persistent on the pitch. Excelsior shines in consistency, hitting over 0.5 goals in 78 games versus Heracles' 56, yet they rarely explode into high-scoring affairs, with zero games over 2.5 goals, highlighting Heracles' bolder, riskier style that fans love for its thrilling unpredictability.
Both squads share a 26-game mark for over 1.5 goals, but Heracles falters more, failing to score in 44 outings against Excelsior's 22, adding frustration to their narrative. In halves, Excelsior surges ahead with 52 first-half scores to Heracles' 41, yet Heracles edges the second half slightly at 0.63 average goals versus Excelsior's 0.48, creating a back-and-forth drama that keeps supporters on the edge of their seats.
Conceded
Excelsior is +51% Better in terms of Conceded goals.
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
93%
81%
Over 1.5
74%
59%
Over 2.5
44%
11%
Over 3.5
33%
11%
Clean sheets
7%
19%
Statistics of Heracles Almelo matches and Excelsior matches within the tournament Eredivisie.
Heracles Almelo struggles badly with defense, conceding 2.56 goals per match. That's way more than Excelsior's tough 1.7. Heracles sees over 2.5 goals in 44% of games, making them exciting but leaky. Excelsior, with their solid backline, hits just 11% for over 2.5, keeping things tight and controlled.
Excelsior shines in the first half, boasting 63% clean sheets where they don't let in a goal at all. Heracles only manages 26% there, showing their early weakness. Overall, Excelsior grabs 19% clean sheets, far better than Heracles' mere 7%, proving their resilient spirit on the field.
Goals handicap
Full time
1st Half
2nd Half
Heracles Almelo charges forward with a fighting spirit, hitting 48% on the full-time +1.5 handicap, showing they often keep games close but struggle to pull ahead. Excelsior roars back stronger at 81% for the same handicap, proving their tough defense makes opponents work harder for every goal. This gap highlights Excelsior's edge in tight battles.
In the first half, Excelsior surges with 89% on +1.5, outpacing Heracles at 85%, which means they start strong and control early play. The second half flips a bit, as Heracles pushes with 22% on -0.5 against Excelsior's 15%, revealing Heracles' late energy that keeps fans on their feet for dramatic finishes.
Goals by Time Period
10 mins
15 mins
Heracles Almelo
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
8%
3%
10%
11 - 20 mins
6%
9%
4%
21 - 30 mins
8%
16%
6%
31 - 40 mins
15%
6%
19%
41 - 50 mins
10%
13%
10%
51 - 60 mins
12%
16%
10%
61 - 70 mins
11%
16%
9%
71 - 80 mins
8%
6%
10%
81 - 90+ mins
22%
15%
22%
Excelsior
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
7%
11%
4%
11 - 20 mins
7%
14%
4%
21 - 30 mins
11%
11%
11%
31 - 40 mins
8%
7%
9%
41 - 50 mins
12%
14%
11%
51 - 60 mins
15%
0%
24%
61 - 70 mins
11%
0%
17%
71 - 80 mins
12%
25%
4%
81 - 90+ mins
17%
18%
16%
Heracles Almelo
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
12%
9%
13%
16 - 30 mins
9%
19%
7%
31 - 45 mins
20%
13%
25%
46 - 60 mins
17%
22%
14%
61 - 75 mins
14%
19%
14%
76 - 90+ mins
28%
18%
27%
Heracles Almelo
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
11%
21%
4%
16 - 30 mins
15%
14%
15%
31 - 45 mins
11%
11%
11%
46 - 60 mins
23%
11%
33%
61 - 75 mins
14%
7%
20%
76 - 90+ mins
26%
36%
17%
Heracles Almelo thrills fans with their late-game magic, scoring big in the final minutes like 22% in 81-90 plus. They dominate the second half, grabbing 28% in 76-90. Excelsior charges hard early, nailing 11% in the first 15 minutes, showing their fierce start. This contrast makes matches electric, as Heracles builds suspense while Excelsior strikes fast.
Comparing the teams, Heracles shines in comebacks with 27% in late periods, proving their resilient spirit. Excelsior fights back strong in mid-game, like 23% in 46-60 minutes, displaying bold energy. Fans cheer for these dynamic rivals, where every minute counts in a tight race for victory.
Result by half
1st Half
2nd Half
Heracles Almelo struggles hard in the first half, winning only 19 percent of games while drawing 22 percent. Excelsior shines brighter, grabbing 33 percent wins and drawing 37 percent. This shows Excelsior's early fire against Heracles' tough starts.
In the second half, Heracles battles on with 22 percent wins but faces 63 percent losses. Excelsior draws more often at 41 percent, holding firm despite 44 percent losses. Excelsior stays steady late, while Heracles fades quickly.
First goal
Statistics on the percentage of matches, where Heracles Almelo and Excelsior scored first in the Eredivisie of the 2025/2026 season
Excelsior lights up the pitch early, scoring first in 48% of games. That's a thrilling edge over rivals!
Heracles Almelo lags behind at just 22%, making their starts feel tough and less dynamic.
Cards statistics
Cards per match
Total cards per match for Heracles Almelo and Excelsior at the tournament Eredivisie in 2025/2026 season.
Total Cards
Team Cards
Cards Against Team
Heracles Almelo and Excelsior both average 2 cards per match, but Heracles shows more fire. They hit over 3.5 cards in 52% of games, while Excelsior only reaches that in 33%. Heracles' aggressive style leads to 89% over 1.5 cards, compared to Excelsior's 78%. This makes Heracles the fiercer team on the pitch.
In team cards, Heracles goes over 0.5 in 85% of matches, beating Excelsior's 78%. Against them, both teams are even at 78% for over 0.5. Yet, Heracles often pushes limits, with higher rates in bigger numbers. Excelsior plays safer, making Heracles the more dynamic force in football battles.
Trends
8 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Heracles Almelo did not draw
9 / 10 of last matches in Eredivisie Heracles Almelo did not draw
9 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended in a win
6 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Excelsior did not draw
6 / 10 of last matches in Eredivisie Excelsior did not draw
7 / 10 of her last matches Heracles Almelo in all competitions ended in defeat
8 / 10 of last matches Heracles Almelo in Eredivisie ended in defeat
5 / 10 of the last matches between the teams ended in a victory Heracles Almelo
5 / 10 of last matches in all competitions Excelsior did not lose
5 / 10 of last matches in Eredivisie Excelsior did not lose
