Our Excelsior vs FC Groningen Prediction: 2-1
Excelsior vs FC Groningen in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 19:00 GMT kick-off on Friday December 5, 2025. A 2-1 result in favor of the hosts is our main pick, yet with both teams likely to get on the scoresheet, BTTS is another bet worth considering.
Our prediction is supported by key Excelsior vs FC Groningen stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Excelsior's Last Match – Ajax vs Excelsior
Excelsior will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 2-1 Netherlands Eredivisie victory over Ajax on November 22. In that match, Excelsior recorded 36% possession, attempting 7 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ajax | 64% | 10 (6) | 1.29 | 98 |
 Excelsior | 36% | 7 (3) | 0.42 | 44 |
FC Groningen's Last Match – FC Groningen vs PEC Zwolle
FC Groningen will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 2-2 Netherlands Eredivisie draw with PEC Zwolle on November 23. In that match, FC Groningen recorded 63% possession, firing 25 shots at goal, with 11 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 FC Groningen | 63% | 25 (11) | 2.27 | 104 |
 PEC Zwolle | 37% | 5 (3) | 0.9 | 21 |
Excelsior vs FC Groningen Stats
Key Stats
| Excelsior | FC Groningen | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.74 | Attacking Strength | 0.72 |
| 0.86 | Defence Strength | 1.36 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Excelsior are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while FC Groningen average 1.4 scored and 2.1 conceded per game.
Excelsior 10-14
FC Groningen 14-21
What are the odds for this match?
Excelsior to win: @2.75
Draw: @3.4
FC Groningen to win: @2.4