Excelsior vs Ajax predictions, Feb 01, 2026

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Excelsior

Ajax

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In an upcoming Eredivisie clash, Excelsior Rotterdam is set to face off against Ajax Amsterdam on February 1, 2026, at Excelsior’s home turf. Excelsior has struggled in their recent matches, only managing to secure one win out of their last five games. On the other hand, Ajax has been in better form, winning three of their last five matches.

When looking at the odds, bookmakers favor Ajax to come out on top with odds of 1.66 for an away win compared to Excelsior’s 4.77 for a home win. According to our model prediction, there is a 58.5% probability of Ajax claiming victory, while Excelsior has an 18.9% chance of pulling off an upset. A draw stands at 23.1%.

Tactically, Ajax’s attacking prowess and solid defense could prove to be a challenge for Excelsior. However, Excelsior will be determined to put up a fight on their home ground. With the unpredictability of football, this matchup could go either way. It promises to be an intriguing battle between these two Dutch sides.

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Excelsior
23%
Draw
24%
Ajax
53%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 4.04 4.02 1.81
betsson 3.9 4.1 1.8
MarathonBet 4.27 4.03 1.79 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 4 3.7 1.75
Pinnacle 4.04 4.08 1.77
Best for US Customers 4.2 3.8 1.7

Latest Results

24.01.26 FC Twente – Excelsior Rotterdam – 0:0
21.01.26 AZ Alkmaar – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:1
17.01.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – SC Telstar – 2:2
10.01.26 PSV Eindhoven – Excelsior Rotterdam – 5:1
20.12.25 Excelsior Rotterdam – PEC Zwolle – 2:1
24.01.26 Ajax Amsterdam – FC Volendam – 2:0
20.01.26 Villarreal CF – Ajax Amsterdam – 1:2
17.01.26 Ajax Amsterdam – Go Ahead Eagles – 2:2
14.01.26 AZ Alkmaar – Ajax Amsterdam – 6:0
11.01.26 SC Telstar – Ajax Amsterdam – 2:3

Facts

  • Watch a clash between a mid-table side and a current leader (ranked 13 and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Champions League (Qualification: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Excelsior won 1.
  • Recent performances by Excelsior have been up and down (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Ajax is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • In this match, Ajax is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 17 head-to-head matches, Excelsior won 2 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 18:49. (average 1.1:2.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Excelsior won 0 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 7:24. (average 0.9:3).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.11.25 Ajax Amsterdam – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:2
    24.04.24 Ajax Amsterdam – Excelsior Rotterdam – 2:2
    19.08.23 Excelsior Rotterdam – Ajax Amsterdam – 2:2
    29.01.23 Excelsior Rotterdam – Ajax Amsterdam – 1:4
    16.10.22 Ajax Amsterdam – Excelsior Rotterdam – 7:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 PSV 20 17 2 1 61:25 36 53
    2 Feyenoord 20 12 3 5 51:29 22 39
    3 Ajax 20 10 7 3 39:26 13 37
    4 Nijmegen 19 10 5 4 49:33 16 35
    5 AZ Alkmaar 20 9 5 6 35:32 3 32
    6 Sparta Rotterdam 20 10 2 8 25:34 -9 32
    7 Groningen 20 9 4 7 28:24 4 31
    8 Twente 20 7 9 4 29:22 7 30
    9 Sittard 20 7 4 9 30:34 -4 25
    10 Heerenveen 19 6 6 7 31:30 1 24
    11 Utrecht 19 6 5 8 29:26 3 23
    12 Zwolle 20 6 5 9 26:42 -16 23
    13 Excelsior 20 6 4 10 20:35 -15 22
    14 G.A. Eagles 19 4 9 6 30:33 -3 21
    15 FC Volendam 20 4 5 11 21:35 -14 17
    16 Telstar 20 3 7 10 24:33 -9 16
    17 NAC Breda 20 3 6 11 21:32 -11 15
    18 Heracles 20 4 2 14 28:52 -24 14

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