Excelsior desperately need points on Saturday, Feb 27 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). SC Heerenveen, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 1D 1L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Excelsior head into this on the back of a defeat, while SC Heerenveen arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Excelsior face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. SC Heerenveen have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Excelsior won 0–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

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