Our Excelsior vs PEC Zwolle Prediction: 2-1
Excelsior vs PEC Zwolle in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 17:45 GMT kick-off on Saturday December 20, 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 Excelsior vs PEC Zwolle 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 seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-1 Netherlands Eredivisie victory over Ajax on November 22. In that match, Excelsior recorded 36% possession, firing 7 shots at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ajax | 64% | 10 (6) | 1.29 | 98 |
 Excelsior | 36% | 7 (3) | 0.42 | 44 |
PEC Zwolle's Last Match – FC Groningen vs PEC Zwolle
PEC Zwolle must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 2-2 Netherlands Eredivisie draw against FC Groningen on November 23. In that match, PEC Zwolle recorded 37% possession, attempting 5 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the 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 PEC Zwolle Stats
Key Stats
| Excelsior | PEC Zwolle | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.74 | Attacking Strength | 1.22 |
| 0.86 | Defence Strength | 1.42 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 9/10 |
| 1 | Average Scored | 1.7 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Excelsior are averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while PEC Zwolle average 1.7 scored and 2.7 conceded per game.