Heracles vs Excelsior Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 0
14
J. Wieckhoff
was cautioned
23
S. Scheperman
scored for Heracles
2nd Half1 - 1
57
D. Sanches Fernandes
scored for Excelsior
80
S. Wlodarczyk
was cautioned
87
M. Engels
was cautioned
Heracles Almelo welcome Excelsior to Polman Stadion on 20 March 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Netherlands Eredivisie schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Heracles Almelo generally use a balanced tactical approach.
Excelsior usually adopt an attacking approach.
Recent Form
Heracles Almelo
DLDLL
Excelsior
DLLLL
Heracles Almelo are struggling badly and picking up very few positive results. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
Similarly, Excelsior are currently going through a difficult run of form. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.
Recent Form Home/Away
Heracles Almelo (Home)
DDLLW
Excelsior (Away)
DLLWD
Heracles Almelo are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.
A surprising trend, with Excelsior far more successful on the road.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Heracles Almelo
--+--
Excelsior
-----
Heracles Almelo are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Meanwhile, Excelsior have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Heracles Almelo (Home)
-+---
Excelsior (Away)
---++
There is little difference in Heracles Almelo's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Excelsior's clean sheet record is significantly stronger in away fixtures.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Heracles Almelo
-+-++
Excelsior
-++-+
Heracles Almelo's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Also, Excelsior regularly feature in high-scoring games. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Heracles Almelo (Home)
--+-+
Excelsior (Away)
-++--
Only small differences appear in Heracles Almelo's match tempo home versus away.
Excelsior's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
Scoring Consistency
Heracles Almelo
+--+-
Excelsior
+++-+
Heracles Almelo's attacking form has been inconsistent, with some matches ending without a goal. Improving finishing could make a big difference.
In contrast, Excelsior have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Heracles Almelo (Home)
+-+-+
Excelsior (Away)
++++-
Heracles Almelo attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.
Excelsior's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Joey Kooij
Venue: Polman Stadion
Heracles vs Excelsior Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.51
xG
0.84
50
Ball Posession (%)
50
1
Big Chances
1
2
Cautions
1
13
Shots
15
4
Shots on Goal
4
1
Shots Blocked
5
8
Shots inside Box
8
5
Shots outside Box
7
1
Hit Woodwork
0
17
Fouls
15
6
Corner Kicks
1
22
Throw Ins
24
3
Saves
3
15
Free Kicks
17
3
Offsides
2
370
Passes Total
376
265
Passes Completed
284
112
Passes in the final 3rd Total
80
59
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
48
17
Touches in the Opposition Box
21
16
Tackles Total
13
13
Tackles Completed
8
19
Clearances
29
23
Crosses Total
10
4
Crosses Completed
3
10
Interceptions
11
Heracles vs Excelsior Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations