Excelsior desperately need points on Saturday, Feb 13 at 8:00 PM in the Eredivisie. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Excelsior come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Ajax, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 2D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Excelsior head into this on the back of a defeat, while Ajax arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Excelsior face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Ajax have won 5 of 10 encounters, with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 2–2 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Ajax arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Excelsior. Ajax to win.