Excelsior - Twente

Excelsior arrive at this matchday 11 encounter seeking to stabilise their league campaign after a difficult run, punctuated by a recent 1-0 loss to Fortuna Sittard. While their domestic form has stuttered, a morale-boosting 3-0 KNVB Cup victory over MVV Maastricht provides a fresh point of departure. Conversely, FC Twente enter the weekend with momentum, having secured an impressive 2-0 win against AZ Alkmaar. Their recent schedule has been demanding across multiple competitions, yet they remain a potent force capable of navigating challenging away fixtures as they look to maintain their upward trajectory.

Stadion Woudestein sets the stage for this clash, where the expected XI for Excelsior will look to disrupt their visitors' rhythm. FC Twente face defensive adjustments due to the absences of Max Bruns and Lars Unnerstall, alongside the suspension of Daouda Weidmann. In their last Eredivisie meeting on 24 January 2026, the sides played out a goalless draw, highlighting the fine margins between them. Whether Excelsior can replicate their 1-0 home success from August 2025 or if the visitors' current form proves too formidable remains the primary question.