Excelsior desperately need points on Saturday, Mar 6 at 8:00 PM in the Eredivisie. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Go Ahead Eagles come into this fixture drawing too many games (3D in last 5). Excelsior travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Go Ahead Eagles won their last outing, while Excelsior suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Go Ahead Eagles here — they've won 5 of 10 previous meetings against Excelsior, with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Excelsior won 0–1.

Verdict: Go Ahead Eagles look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Excelsior will make it uncomfortable. Go Ahead Eagles to win.