Excelsior vs Groningen Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 2
7
M. Rente
scored for Groningen
20
D. van der Werff
was cautioned
36
I. Yegoian (Penalty)
scored from the spot for Excelsior
38
(Own Goal) S. van Gassel
conceded an own goal for Excelsior
2nd Half1 - 5
64
(Penalty) T. Van Bergen
scored from the spot for Groningen
67
B. Willumsson
scored for Groningen
81
T. Land
was cautioned
90+5
M. Rente
scored for Groningen
The upcoming meeting between Excelsior and Groningen takes place at Stadion Woudestein on 11 October 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Netherlands Eredivisie. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Excelsior tend to play with an attacking mindset.
Groningen generally use a balanced tactical approach.
Recent Form
Excelsior
LDLDW
Groningen
WWDDL
Excelsior have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.
However, Groningen continue to perform well, maintaining a reliable level of consistency. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
Recent Form Home/Away
Excelsior (Home)
LLWL
Groningen (Away)
WDLW
There is little difference in Excelsior's performance across venues.
Groningen's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Excelsior
----+
Groningen
-+---
Excelsior have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Likewise, Groningen are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Excelsior (Home)
----
Groningen (Away)
----
Excelsior show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Groningen show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Excelsior
+++++
Groningen
++-++
Excelsior's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.
However, Groningen have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Excelsior (Home)
++++
Groningen (Away)
+-++
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Excelsior.
Groningen's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Excelsior
+++++
Groningen
+++++
Excelsior have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Likewise, Groningen have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Excelsior (Home)
++++
Groningen (Away)
++++
There is little difference in Excelsior's scoring output across venues.
Groningen's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Richard Martens
Venue: Stadion Woudestein
Excelsior vs Groningen Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.77
xG
2.92
49
Ball Posession (%)
51
1
Big Chances
6
16
Shots
14
2
Shots on Goal
9
8
Shots Blocked
4
11
Shots inside Box
13
5
Shots outside Box
1
0
Hit Woodwork
0
10
Fouls
11
3
Corner Kicks
6
24
Throw Ins
18
5
Saves
1
12
Free Kicks
9
1
Offsides
1
405
Passes Total
454
343
Passes Completed
361
118
Passes in the final 3rd Total
95
76
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
60
29
Touches in the Opposition Box
28
15
Tackles Total
12
9
Tackles Completed
8
23
Clearances
26
21
Crosses Total
9
5
Crosses Completed
2
13
Interceptions
5
Excelsior vs Groningen Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations