Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 20 Feb 2026

Eredivisie Betting Preview: Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior

Fortuna Sittard square off against Excelsior at Fortuna Sittard Stadion, with kick-off set for 14:00 on Friday 20 February.

Fortuna and Excelsior look likely to play out a high-scoring encounter, with Over 2.5 looking like a sound wager on the Total Goals market. You can get a price of -132 for this outcome which looks worth snapping up.

Fortuna Sittard were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 4-1 loss against Ajax at Johan Cruyff Arena. The Sittard-Geleen team had 44% of possession and one shot on target, while Josip Sutalo (own goal) scored the goal.

Excelsior lost their previous game, being beaten at home to AZ Alkmaar by a 2-1 scoreline at Van Donge & De Roo Stadion. Ruben den Uil's side were restricted to 42% possession and had two shots on goal, while Ilias Bronkhorst was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Excelsior won the last clash between the pair. Enjoying a 1-0 home triumph when facing Fortuna at Van Donge & De Roo Stadion. The 6 H2H meetings most recently played have included three Fortuna victories, one draw and two triumphs for Excelsior.

Eredivisie		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
12	Fortuna Sittard	29	10	5	14	43	54	-11	43:54	35
16	Excelsior	29	7	6	16	29	49	-20	29:49	27

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Fortuna have 2 wins, 5 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 12.4 attempts. Danny Buijs' men have averaged 43.1% possession, 356.0 passes and 4.8 corners per match, conceding 2.1 goals and 7.7 corners from 6.1 shots on goal and 15.6 attempts.

Kaj Sierhuis is the top scorer with 6 goals, while Lance Duijvestijn and Kristoffer Peterson both have 2. Mohammed Ihattaren is the top assists maker on 4.

Excelsior have won 3, lost 3 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.2 goals from 9.3 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal. The Rotterdam club average 46.6% possession, 426.7 passes, 4.0 corners awarded and 5.4 corners against them, while conceding 1.5 goals from 14.1 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal.

The leading scorers have been Irakli Yegoian and Noah Naujoks with 3, while Ilias Bronkhorst has 2. Gyan de Regt has managed 3 assists in the last 10 games, while Stijn van Gassel has 3 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Fortuna Sittard confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Luuk Koopmans (GK), Neraysho Kasanwirjo, Ivan Marquez, Justin Hubner, Ivo Pinto, Jasper Dahlhaus, Dimitrios Limnios, Edouard Michut, Lance Duijvestijn, Mohammed Ihattaren, Kaj Sierhuis.

Excelsior confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Stijn van Gassel (GK), Simon Janssen, Casper Widell, Rick Meissen, Arthur Zagre, Irakli Yegoian, Lewis Schouten, Lennard Hartjes, Derensili Sanches Fernandes, Noah Naujoks, Gyan de Regt.

Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior Prediction & Betting Tips

This Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, corner kick insight, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.

Match Prediction

There are reasons to suggest goals are on the cards for this Eredivisie fixture. Therefore, backing Over 2.5 Goals looks the ticket, especially at attractive betting odds of -132.

Our football experts study the form, while injuries and suspensions can also affect the potential outcome. Before coming up with a verdict, we combine this data with the latest Eredivisie stats.

Key Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 7 Fortuna games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Fortuna games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Fortuna games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 11 Excelsior games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Excelsior games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 6 games between these teams.

The betting odds at the top bookies suggest our pick carries a 56.8% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

There are some great alternatives available and the BTTS Yes option on the Both Teams to Score market could be the attractive option for those anticipating that both sides will find the net. It doesn’t matter how many goals there are in total.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Fortuna 1 - 2 Excelsior

A 2-1 win in favor of Excelsior is available at odds of +750. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Kaj Sierhuis Over 2.5 Shots -152

Kaj Sierhuis (Fortuna) has totalled over 2.5 shots in three consecutive Eredivisie games. Out of the prop bets currently on offer, we’re opting for the -152 when it comes to this Player Shots wager.

Latest Kaj Sierhuis Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+180

First

+430

Shots

Over 3.5

+112

Under 3.5

-

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Irakli Yegoian to Score +430

Irakli Yegoian (Excelsior) has netted three goals in his past nine Eredivisie games. We believe this is the best of the player props, with a healthy +430 available when it comes to betting him to score at any time.

Latest Irakli Yegoian Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+400

First

+1100

Shots

Over 1.5

-137

Under 1.5

-

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Corners Prediction

Fortuna Under 5.5 Corners -147

Fortuna Sittard have failed to cover the 5.5 corners line in seven straight games. We’re expecting Fortuna to fall short of the mark, with odds of -147 on offer when it comes to this Team Corners selection.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Fortuna

Total

12.50 4.80 7.70

Home

12.20 4.90 7.30

Away

10.70 3.70 7.00

Excelsior

Total

9.40 4.00 5.40

Home

8.70 4.30 4.40

Away

10.90 4.50 6.40

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-149

Under 9.5

+105

Fortuna Corners

Over 5.5

+110

Under 5.5

-156

Excelsior Corners

Over 4.5

-119

Under 4.5

-119

Most Corners

1

-120

X

+650

2

+123

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Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Fortuna Sittard are available at +123 to come away with a triumph in this Eredivisie clash, meaning a 45% likelihood of winning according to the published betting odds. At +205, Excelsior are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

Fortuna are -106 at -0.25 on the Asian Handicap and this gives you a half stake refund in the event of a draw. However, you get a full payout on your wager if they manage to beat Excelsior.

The Total Goals odds suggest that Over 2.5 is a strong probability in this contest. The Yes option in the Both Teams to Score market is regarded as the most likely outcome and is trading at -164.

When it comes to every Eredivisie game, you will find hundreds of markets available. Go through the various attractive options which are available at the top football betting sites.

Full-Time Result

1

+123

X

+250

2

+205

Half-Time Result

1

+175

X

+132

2

+245

Double Chance

1X

-278

12

-345

X2

-161

Draw No Bet

1

-167

2

+115

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-106

2 Hcp +0.25

-116

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-130

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-164

No

+123

Favourite Kaj Sierhuis is now available at +430 to be the First Goalscorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Kaj Sierhuis (Fortuna)

First

+180

Anytime

+430

Mohammed Ihattaren (Fortuna)

First

+210

Anytime

+525

Noah Naujoks (Excelsior)

First

+240

Anytime

+600

Paul Gladon (Fortuna)

First

+260

Anytime

+700

Jerolldino Bergraaf (Excelsior)

First

+280

Anytime

+650

Derensili Sanches Fernandes (Excelsior)

First

+320

Anytime

+850

Kristoffer Peterson (Fortuna)

First

+330

Anytime

+800

Lance Duijvestijn (Fortuna)

First

+330

Anytime

+900

Gyan de Regt (Excelsior)

First

+360

Anytime

+950

Mike Van Duinen (Excelsior)

First

+370

Anytime

+850

Yassin Oukili (Fortuna)

First

+380

Anytime

+1050

Irakli Yegoian (Excelsior)

First

+400

Anytime

+1100

Justin Lonwijk (Fortuna)

First

+430

Anytime

+1100

Miliano Jonathans (Excelsior)

First

+450

Anytime

+1150

Dimitrios Limnios (Fortuna)

First

+525

Anytime

+1300

Alen Halilovic (Fortuna)

First

+525

Anytime

+1400

Lewis Schouten (Excelsior)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Lennard Hartjes (Excelsior)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Emil Hansson (Excelsior)

First

+650

Anytime

+1600

Chris-Kévin Nadje (Excelsior)

First

+650

Anytime

+1800

Mathijs Tielemans (Excelsior)

First

+700

Anytime

+1800

Samuel Bastien (Fortuna)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Edouard Michut (Fortuna)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Philip Brittijn (Fortuna)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Jasper Dahlhaus (Fortuna)

First

+850

Anytime

+2000

Arthur Zagre (Excelsior)

First

+850

Anytime

+2200

Kaj Sierhuis (Fortuna)

Over 3.5

+112

Under 3.5

-

Mohammed Ihattaren (Fortuna)

Over 3.5

+108

Under 3.5

-

Lance Duijvestijn (Fortuna)

Over 2.5

+135

Under 2.5

-

Irakli Yegoian (Excelsior)

Over 1.5

-137

Under 1.5

-

Yassin Oukili (Fortuna)

Over 1.5

+120

Under 1.5

-

Mike Van Duinen (Excelsior)

Over 1.5

+110

Under 1.5

-

Gyan de Regt (Excelsior)

Over 1.5

+102

Under 1.5

-

Kristoffer Peterson (Fortuna)

Over 1.5

-109

Under 1.5

-

Derensili Sanches Fernandes (Excelsior)

Over 1.5

-118

Under 1.5

-

Jerolldino Bergraaf (Excelsior)

Over 1.5

-154

Under 1.5

-

Paul Gladon (Fortuna)

Over 1.5

-156

Under 1.5

-

Noah Naujoks (Excelsior)

Over 1.5

-172

Under 1.5

-

Chris-Kévin Nadje (Excelsior)

Over 0.5

-135

Under 0.5

-

Philip Brittijn (Fortuna)

Over 0.5

-111

Under 0.5

-

Edouard Michut (Fortuna)

Over 0.5

-159

Under 0.5

-

Samuel Bastien (Fortuna)

Over 0.5

-103

Under 0.5

-

Mathijs Tielemans (Excelsior)

Over 0.5

-132

Under 0.5

-

Miliano Jonathans (Excelsior)

Over 0.5

-270

Under 0.5

-

Emil Hansson (Excelsior)

Over 0.5

-164

Under 0.5

-

Lennard Hartjes (Excelsior)

Over 0.5

-159

Under 0.5

-

Lewis Schouten (Excelsior)

Over 0.5

-159

Under 0.5

-

Alen Halilovic (Fortuna)

Over 0.5

-208

Under 0.5

-

Dimitrios Limnios (Fortuna)

Over 0.5

-222

Under 0.5

-

Arthur Zagre (Excelsior)

Over 0.5

+106

Under 0.5

-

Fortuna have finished with five wins, three losses and two draws in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 1.70 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

Excelsior have not lost on their travels in the past three matches. Ruben den Uil's side have managed four losses, three victories and three draws in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.80.

Fortuna were 5-2 victors against Excelsior last time out at Fortuna Sittard Stadion. Fortuna have a 100% win record when it comes to the previous 3 H2H meetings at Fortuna Sittard Stadion.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Fortuna Sittard Home Stats		5-2-3	3.20	1.70	1.50	6	4	7	3
Excelsior Away Stats		3-3-4	3.00	1.20	1.80	6	4	7	3

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Fortuna Sittard vs Excelsior Lineups & Team News

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