Excelsior vs Utrecht predictions, Apr 26, 2026

Dutch Eredivisie, on Sunday,

Excelsior

Utrecht

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As Excelsior Rotterdam prepares to host FC Utrecht on April 26, 2026, the clash in the Dutch Eredivisie promises to be an intriguing encounter influenced by contrasting recent performances. Excelsior is struggling to find form, having failed to secure a victory in their last five matches. This ongoing slump sees them facing an uphill battle against a more confident Utrecht side.

FC Utrecht arrives with a strong recent record, securing three victories in their last five outings. This improved form is bolstered by effective attacking play and a solid defensive structure, key areas where they have excelled. Utrecht’s ability to maintain possession and transition quickly into attack has the potential to exploit Excelsior’s vulnerabilities at the back.

Bookmakers reflect this disparity in form, offering odds of 3.06 for a home win compared to 2.23 for an away triumph. Our model suggests a probability of 30.9% for an Excelsior win, but a notable 42.4% for Utrecht to take all three points. While Excelsior will strive to leverage home advantage, they face a daunting challenge against a assertive Utrecht who appear poised for success. Ultimately, the match could go either way, with the outcome hinging on which team can execute their game plan more effectively.

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Excelsior
30.8%
Draw
27.1%
Utrecht
42.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 3.16 3.65 2.24
betsson 2.95 3.55 2.32
WilliamHill 3 3.25 2.2
Pinnacle 3.06 3.53 2.23

Latest Results

12.04.26 PEC Zwolle – Excelsior Rotterdam – 2:2
04.04.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 0:2
20.03.26 Heracles Almelo – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:1
15.03.26 Feyenoord – Excelsior Rotterdam – 2:1
07.03.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – SC Heerenveen – 1:2
11.04.26 FC Utrecht – SC Telstar – 4:1
04.04.26 PSV Eindhoven – FC Utrecht – 4:3
22.03.26 FC Utrecht – Go Ahead Eagles – 2:0
15.03.26 FC Twente – FC Utrecht – 0:2
06.03.26 Heracles Almelo – FC Utrecht – 0:0

Facts

  • The game between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 15 and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ Eredivisie (Conference League ~ Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Excelsior won 0.
  • Excelsior has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 0 wins).
  • Utrecht is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Excelsior may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Utrecht might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Excelsior won 1 match, drew 7 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 20:31. (average 1.3:1.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Excelsior won 1 match, drew 4 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 10:12. (average 1.4:1.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    24.08.25 FC Utrecht – Excelsior Rotterdam – 4:1
    27.01.24 Excelsior Rotterdam – FC Utrecht – 1:1
    12.11.23 FC Utrecht – Excelsior Rotterdam – 2:2
    25.01.23 FC Utrecht – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:0
    02.10.22 Excelsior Rotterdam – FC Utrecht – 0:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 PSV ✔ 30 24 2 4 84:40 44 74
    2 Feyenoord 30 16 7 7 62:41 21 55
    3 Nijmegen 30 15 9 6 72:48 24 54
    4 Twente 30 14 11 5 51:32 19 53
    5 Ajax 30 13 12 5 57:37 20 51
    6 AZ Alkmaar 30 14 6 10 52:45 7 48
    7 Utrecht 30 12 8 10 49:36 13 44
    8 Heerenveen 30 12 8 10 53:50 3 44
    9 Groningen 30 12 6 12 42:37 5 42
    10 Sparta Rotterdam 30 12 6 12 35:49 -14 42
    11 G.A. Eagles 30 8 12 10 50:45 5 36
    12 Sittard 30 10 6 14 44:55 -11 36
    13 Zwolle 30 8 10 12 40:60 -20 34
    14 FC Volendam 30 7 7 16 31:50 -19 28
    15 Excelsior 30 7 7 16 31:51 -20 28
    16 Telstar 30 6 9 15 39:52 -13 27
    17 NAC Breda 30 5 10 15 30:51 -21 25
    18 Heracles 30 5 4 21 34:77 -43 19

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