Our Ajax vs Excelsior Prediction: 2-1
Ajax vs Excelsior in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 17:45 GMT kick-off on Saturday November 22, 2025. We expect a 2-1 home win, but with both teams proving their offensive capabilities, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
Our prediction is supported by key Ajax vs Excelsior stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Ajax's Last Match – Ajax vs Galatasaray
Ajax must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-3 UEFA Champions League defeat against Galatasaray on November 5. In that match, Ajax recorded 48% possession, firing 8 shots at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ajax | 48% | 8 (2) | 0.9 | 22 |
Galatasaray | 52% | 9 (7) | 2.54 | 42 |
Excelsior's Last Match – Excelsior vs Heracles
Excelsior will look to get back on track following a 1-2 Netherlands Eredivisie loss against Heracles on November 8. In that match, Excelsior recorded 46% possession, attempting 7 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excelsior | 46% | 7 (4) | 1.53 | 42 |
Heracles | 54% | 8 (5) | 1 | 68 |
Ajax vs Excelsior Stats
Key Stats
| Ajax | Excelsior | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.9 | Attacking Strength | 0.65 |
| 0.73 | Defence Strength | 1.52 |
| 0.9 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 0/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 0.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Ajax are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 2.5 conceded per match, while Excelsior average 0.9 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.
Ajax 12-25
Excelsior 9-13
What are the odds for this match?
Ajax to win: @1.27
Draw: @5.5
Excelsior to win: @9.5



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