Heerenveen vs Excelsior Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Oct 2025
Eredivisie Betting Preview: Heerenveen vs Excelsior
Heerenveen host Excelsior in this Dutch Eredivisie meeting at Abe Lenstra Stadion, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Saturday 4 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
We’re heading to the Full-Time Result market and selecting Heerenveen to land a victory, with odds of -175 looking generous. We think they should be able to overcome Excelsior over ninety minutes.
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Heerenveen faced FC Utrecht away when last in action. It was a 2-2 draw at Stadion Galgenwaard. The Super Frisians had four shots on target and 48% possession, while Dylan Vente grabbed the goals.
Excelsior were beaten in their previous game, losing 2-1 at home to PSV Eindhoven at Van Donge & De Roo Stadion. Ruben den Uil's side had just 37% of the ball and recorded four shots on goal, with Szymon Wlodarczyk finding the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Excelsior have claimed back-to-back victories over Heerenveen. The most recent was a 3-0 home win at Van Donge & De Roo Stadion after a 3-0 away victory at Abe Lenstra Stadion. The previous 5 H2H meetings have led to two wins each and a solitary draw.
| Eredivisie | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 |  SC Heerenveen |
13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 22 | 22 | 0 | 22:22 | 17 |
| 14 |  Excelsior |
13 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 13 | 24 | -11 | 13:24 | 13 |
2 wins, 5 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 13.6 attempts. Heerenveen have had 50.6% possession, 421.8 passes and 4.7 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.7 goals from 4.9 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts, while being awarded 4.2 corners.
Dylan Vente and Jacob Trenskow are the leading goalscorers with 3, while Ringo Meerveld has 1. Levi Smans is the leading assists maker on 2.
Excelsior have won 2 and lost 5, averaging 12.1 attempts, 4.3 shots on goal and 0.9 goals. The Kralingers average 43.3% possession, 355.3 passes, 3.7 corners in their favour and 4.7 corners against, while 2.1 goals have been conceded from 8.0 shots on goal and 16.9 attempts.
Szymon Wlodarczyk has scored 2 goals, followed by Lewis Schouten, Mike van Duinen, Do-Young Yoon and Derensili Sanches Fernandes on 1. Rick Meissen, Gyan de Regt and Adam Carlen have had 1 assists in the last 7 games, while Stijn van Gassel has one clean sheet to his name.
Confirmed Lineups
Heerenveen confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Bernt Klaverboer (GK), Oliver Braude, Joris van Overeem, Maas Willemsen, Vasilios Zagaritis, Marcus Linday, Luuk Brouwers, Jacob Trenskow, Ringo Meerveld, Maxence Rivera, Dylan Vente.
Excelsior confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Stijn van Gassel (GK), Ilias Bronkhorst, Casper Widell, Rick Meissen, Arthur Zagre, Noah Naujoks, Adam Carlen, Derensili Sanches Fernandes, Irakli Yegoian, Gyan de Regt, Szymon Wlodarczyk.
Heerenveen vs Excelsior Prediction & Betting Tips
Get fully prepped for Heerenveen vs Excelsior with our betting guide, featuring our expert match pick, predicted scoreline, sharp corners advice, top player props and a value-focused bet builder.
Match Prediction
We can back Heerenveen at -175 to claim a Eredivisie victory and this looks like a standout price. The betting sites give us the chance to grab a slice of value for this selection.
The team news that emerges can have an impact on the odds depending on which players are missing. Our football experts also study the form guide, while the latest stats are also checked before a Eredivisie verdict is reached.
Key Heerenveen vs Excelsior league stats:
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 63.7% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is closer to 70%. This is why we can recommend this wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
2
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0
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There could be merit in backing Heerenveen to win 2-0. Odds of +700 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.
Player Prop Picks
Gyan de Regt (Excelsior) has finished without a shot on goal in four consecutive Eredivisie matches. We can use these statistics to our advantage, with odds of -167 on offer that he fails to cover the Shots on Target line.
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Dylan Vente (Heerenveen) has scored in his past two Eredivisie games. It’s worth a gamble on the +130 for him to be Anytime Goalscorer as there’s plenty of juice in these betting odds.
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Corners Prediction
It has been under 10.5 corners in four straight Excelsior matches. When it comes to Total Corners, we’re expecting the teams to fall short and you can land odds of -130.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve lined up different selections in the following same-game multi: Heerenveen on the 1x2, Under 2.5 and also Gyan de Regt (Excelsior) failing to have a shot on target.
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Heerenveen vs Excelsior Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
With a 61% prospect of triumphing according to the 1x2 odds, Heerenveen are favourites to come out on top in this Eredivisie clash and they’re available at -156 with the bookmakers. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +375 about Excelsior.
If you think Heerenveen can win by two or more goals against Excelsior, consider them at -0.75 on the Asian Handicap at -122. You’ll even win with half your stake if they win by one goal, with the other half refunded.
For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -154.
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There is +106 available that Dylan Vente finds the net at any stage. He is available at +320 to register the first goal which makes him favourite.
Heerenveen have recorded six victories, three draws and one defeat in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.90 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
Excelsior have clocked up two losses and one win in the past 3 away games, recording an average of 1.00 goals per match and conceding 3.33.
Excelsior won 3-0 when they last played Heerenveen at Abe Lenstra Stadion. The previous 3 H2H games at Abe Lenstra Stadion have included a win for Heerenveen, one draw and Excelsior also landing a victory.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heerenveen Home Stats |
6-3-1 | 3.00 | 1.90 | 1.10 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 2 | |
| Excelsior Away Stats |
1-0-2 | 4.33 | 1.00 | 3.33 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | |
- 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
CHeerenveen League Stats
Excelsior League Stats
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins and 5 defeats in the previous 7 matches
- 1 win and 2 defeats in the previous 3 away matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.86 goals scored and 2.14 conceded in the previous 7 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 3.33 conceded in the previous 3 away matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 7 matches
- An average of 4.33 goals per game in the previous 3 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 7 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 3 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 7 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 3 away matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.00 corners awarded and 4.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 3.71 corners awarded and 4.71 corners conceded in the last 7 matches
- An average of 3.33 corners awarded and 6.33 corners against in the last 3 away matches
- An average of 8.43 corners awarded in the last 7 matches
- An average of 9.67 corners awarded in the last 3 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 5 of the last 7 matches
- Had the most corners in 0 and least corners in 3 of the last 3 away matches
- An average of 50.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 43.29% possession in the last 7 matches
- An average of 46.33% possession in the last 3 away matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 7 matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 3 away matches
- Top Scorers for CHeerenveen this season are Dylan Vente (3), Jacob Trenskow (3), Luuk Brouwers (1)
- Top Assistors for CHeerenveen this season are Jacob Trenskow (1), Joris van Overeem (1), Levi Smans (1)
Heerenveen vs Excelsior Lineups & Team News
Avoid surprises — review the Heerenveen vs Excelsior team news before you bet. Receive the predicted and confirmed Eredivisie lineups from us, plus the most recent injury updates.
Heerenveen Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Excelsior Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Heerenveen Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Excelsior Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Heerenveen Substitutes
- 4Sam Kersten
- 15Mats Egbring
- 27Vaclav Sejk
- 28Hristiyan Petrov
- 31Nordin Bakker
- 32Kai Jansen
- 33Jermaine Rijssel
- 34Robin Bouw
- 35Isaiah Ahmed
- 36Nolhan Courtens
- 44Andries Noppert
Excelsior Substitutes
- 5Stan Henderikx
- 7Do-Young Yoon
- 15Simon Janssen
- 16Calvin Raatsie
- 17Nolan Martens
- 18Chris-Kevin Nadje
- 22Stefan Mitrovic
- 25Stijn Middendorp
- 29Mike van Duinen
Previous Heerenveen Lineups
Previous Excelsior Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Eredivisie Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSV | 13 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 41:17 | 34 |
| 2 | Feyenoord | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 33:16 | 28 |
| 3 | AZ Alkmaar | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 26:21 | 24 |
| 4 | NEC Nijmegen | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 33:22 | 21 |
| 5 | Utrecht | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 23:17 | 20 |
| 6 | Ajax | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 23:19 | 20 |
| 7 | Groningen | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 19:19 | 20 |
| 8 | Twente | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 21:19 | 17 |
| 9 | SC Heerenveen | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 22:22 | 17 |
| 10 | Fortuna Sittard | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 19:21 | 17 |
| 11 | Sp. Rotterdam | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 15:25 | 17 |
| 12 | Go Ahead E. | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 21:22 | 16 |
| 13 | Volendam | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 17:21 | 14 |
| 14 | Excelsior | 13 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 13:24 | 13 |
| 15 | PEC Zwolle | 13 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 16:29 | 13 |
| 16 | NAC Breda | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 15:22 | 12 |
| 17 | Heracles | 13 | 4 | 0 | 9 | 21:35 | 12 |
| 18 | Telstar | 13 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 15:22 | 10 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utrecht | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16:6 | 16 |
| 2 | Feyenoord | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 15:10 | 15 |
| 3 | PSV | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 19:10 | 13 |
| 4 | NEC Nijmegen | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 18:9 | 13 |
| 5 | Ajax | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 11:7 | 13 |
| 6 | Fortuna Sittard | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10:6 | 13 |
| 7 | Volendam | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 12:8 | 12 |
| 8 | SC Heerenveen | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 15:12 | 12 |
| 9 | Groningen | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11:7 | 11 |
| 10 | AZ Alkmaar | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 16:13 | 11 |
| 11 | Go Ahead E. | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10:7 | 11 |
| 12 | NAC Breda | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 8:8 | 10 |
| 13 | Heracles | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 17:17 | 9 |
| 14 | Twente | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9:10 | 8 |
| 15 | Sp. Rotterdam | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8:15 | 8 |
| 16 | PEC Zwolle | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4:10 | 7 |
| 17 | Excelsior | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5:7 | 6 |
| 18 | Telstar | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 12:15 | 6 |
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