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EXCELSIOR VS AJAX - NETHERLANDS: EREDIVISIE MATCH PREVIEW
NETHERLANDS: EREDIVISIE MATCH DETAILS: EXCELSIOR VS AJAX
As Excelsior prepare to host Ajax on February 1, 2026, with kick-off at 12:15 under referee Nagtegaal, this NETHERLANDS: Eredivisie fixture promises an intriguing contest.
EXCELSIOR PREVIEW IN NETHERLANDS: EREDIVISIE
Excelsior, currently 13th in the standings with 26 points from 24 games, trail the leaders by 33 points. They've earned 14 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.
AJAX PREVIEW IN NETHERLANDS: EREDIVISIE
Ajax, sitting 4th with 42 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 16 points from 11 games this season.
Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 draws in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR EXCELSIOR VS AJAX
Recent meetings between Excelsior and Ajax have favored Excelsior, ending in a 2-2 draw.
Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.
In their previous league match against Fortuna Sittard, Excelsior recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a 5-3-2 formation.
Ajax's last outing came against Fortuna Sittard, where they secured a 4-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Jaros, Zinchenko, Baas, Sutalo, Rosa, Steur, Mokio, Klaassen, Godts, Dolberg, Bounida. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Looking ahead, Excelsior are expected to maintain their 5-4-1 structure, while Ajax are likely to counter with a 4-3-3 setup. This contrast often creates a dynamic where sustained pressure meets disciplined defensive structure.
In their previous league match against Fortuna Sittard, Excelsior recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a 5-3-2 formation.
Ajax's last outing came against Fortuna Sittard, where they secured a 4-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Jaros, Zinchenko, Baas, Sutalo, Rosa, Steur, Mokio, Klaassen, Godts, Dolberg, Bounida. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Looking ahead, Excelsior are expected to maintain their 5-4-1 structure, while Ajax are likely to counter with a 4-3-3 setup. This contrast often creates a dynamic where sustained pressure meets disciplined defensive structure.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR EXCELSIOR VS AJAX
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Excelsior's fixtures have averaged 2.9 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Ajax's games average 3.8 goals, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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