SBV Excelsior vs Go Ahead Eagles Match Preview

What we know

SBV Excelsior ranks 12th with 26 points, while Go Ahead Eagles sits in 14th place with 23 points as of February 13, 2026. Both teams have had mixed results recently, striving to improve their standings.

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Predicted Lineups:

• Excelsior: Stijn van Gassel, Calvin Raatsie, Tijmen Holla, Ilias Bronkhorst, Simon Janssen, Arthur Zagre, Casper Widell, Stan Henderikx, Guilliano Caïro, Gijs van den Berg, Emil Hansson, Adam Carlén, Mathijs Tielemans, Derensili Sanches Fernandes, Lennard Hartjes, Gyan de Regt, Noah Naujoks, Miliano Jonathans.
• Go Ahead Eagles: Jari De Busser, Luca Plogmann, Sven Jansen, Nando Verdoni, Eus Waayers, Melle Meulensteen, Alfons Sampsted, Giovanni van Zwam, Dani Tijman, Oscar Pettersson, Yassir Salah Rahmouni, Jakob Breum, Stefán Ingi Sigurðarson, Oskar Sivertsen, Jaden Slory, Ofosu Boakye, Thibo Baeten, Victor Edvardsen.

Tactical note

Both teams have shown resilience in their recent matches, with Excelsior having drawn their last five games against various opponents, while Go Ahead Eagles has similar outcomes, struggling to find a consistent scoring rhythm.

What to watch

• Recent Form: Excelsior's last five matches include draws against notable teams such as Ajax and AZ, showcasing their defensive stability. Go Ahead Eagles has also exhibited a mixed bag of results, which could impact their confidence.
• Head-to-Head History: Historically, Go Ahead Eagles has dominated this fixture, boasting 5 wins and only 1 loss against Excelsior in their last 10 encounters, making it crucial for Excelsior to turn the tables.