Explore MFF’s detailed preview for PEC Zwolle vs Excelsior in the Eredivisie. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 13:30 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for PEC Zwolle vs Excelsior in the Eredivisie. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 13:30 BST match.
Match Details
- Fixture: PEC Zwolle vs Excelsior
- Date: Sunday, 12 April 2026
- Kick-off: 13:30 BST
- Venue: MAC³PARK Stadion
Our predictions for PEC Zwolle vs Excelsior
Match Prediction: PEC Zwolle 1-1 Excelsior
This clash between PEC Zwolle and Excelsior promises to be a tight affair, with both sides eager to bounce back from recent disappointments. PEC Zwolle, despite a heavy defeat last time out, have shown resilience at home, and their midfield will be crucial in dictating the pace. Excelsior, on the other hand, will look to exploit any defensive frailties with their attacking trio, hoping to snatch a result on the road.This clash between PEC Zwolle and Excelsior promises to be a tight affair, with both sides eager to bounce back from recent disappointments. PEC Zwolle, despite a heavy defeat last time out, have shown resilience at home, and their midfield will be crucial in dictating the pace. Excelsior, on the other hand, will look to exploit any defensive frailties with their attacking trio, hoping to snatch a result on the road.
Expect PEC Zwolle to control possession, but Excelsior’s counter-attacking threat could make things interesting. With both teams having vulnerabilities, this could be a game of fine margins.Expect PEC Zwolle to control possession, but Excelsior’s counter-attacking threat could make things interesting. With both teams having vulnerabilities, this could be a game of fine margins.
Form Guide & Team Overview
PEC Zwolle
PEC Zwolle’s recent form has been a mixed bag, with a heavy 0-5 loss to Go Ahead Eagles highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. However, a solid 2-1 win against NAC Breda and a string of draws, including a commendable 0-0 against Ajax, show they can hold their own against tough opposition. This inconsistency might affect their confidence, but playing at home could give them the edge they need to regain momentum.PEC Zwolle’s recent form has been a mixed bag, with a heavy 0-5 loss to Go Ahead Eagles highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. However, a solid 2-1 win against NAC Breda and a string of draws, including a commendable 0-0 against Ajax, show they can hold their own against tough opposition. This inconsistency might affect their confidence, but playing at home could give them the edge they need to regain momentum.
Recent Eredivisie Results:
- Loss: 0-5 vs Go Ahead Eagles (A)
- Win: 2-1 vs NAC Breda (H)
- Draw: 1-1 vs FC Groningen (H)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Sparta Rotterdam (A)
- Draw: 0-0 vs Ajax (H)
Excelsior
Excelsior’s form has been less than stellar, with their latest 0-2 loss to NEC Nijmegen marking their fourth defeat in five matches. A solitary draw against Heracles Almelo offers a glimmer of hope, but their inability to secure wins is concerning. Their recent struggles suggest a lack of confidence, which they will need to overcome to get a result against PEC Zwolle.Excelsior’s form has been less than stellar, with their latest 0-2 loss to NEC Nijmegen marking their fourth defeat in five matches. A solitary draw against Heracles Almelo offers a glimmer of hope, but their inability to secure wins is concerning. Their recent struggles suggest a lack of confidence, which they will need to overcome to get a result against PEC Zwolle.
Recent Eredivisie Results:
- Loss: 0-2 vs NEC Nijmegen (H)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Heracles Almelo (A)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Feyenoord (A)
- Loss: 1-2 vs SC Heerenveen (H)
- Loss: 0-1 vs Go Ahead Eagles (H)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between PEC Zwolle and Excelsior has been fairly balanced, with PEC Zwolle having a slight edge in recent encounters. Their last meeting saw Excelsior claim a narrow 2-1 victory, but PEC Zwolle had previously secured back-to-back wins, including a 4-2 triumph. Historically, PEC Zwolle have been strong at home, which could play a significant role in this fixture.The head-to-head record between PEC Zwolle and Excelsior has been fairly balanced, with PEC Zwolle having a slight edge in recent encounters. Their last meeting saw Excelsior claim a narrow 2-1 victory, but PEC Zwolle had previously secured back-to-back wins, including a 4-2 triumph. Historically, PEC Zwolle have been strong at home, which could play a significant role in this fixture.
Recent Eredivisie Results
- Excelsior 2-1 PEC Zwolle (20 Dec 2025)
- PEC Zwolle 2-1 Excelsior (06 Apr 2024)
- Excelsior 2-4 PEC Zwolle (22 Oct 2023)
- Excelsior 0-2 PEC Zwolle (17 Mar 2019)
- PEC Zwolle 2-0 Excelsior (06 Oct 2018)
Team News & Injury Report
PEC Zwolle
- Jan Faberski (Torn Lateral Knee Ligament)
Excelsior
- Jerolldino Bergraaf (Hamstring Injury)
- Lewis Schouten (Head Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
PEC Zwolle (4-1-4-1)
- Predicted lineup: Graaff (GK), Floranus (DF), MacNulty (DF), Velthuis (DF), Gooijer (DF), Buurmeester (MF), Namli (MF), Velanas (MF), Rooij (MF), Oosting (MF), Kostons (AT)Predicted lineup: Graaff (GK), Floranus (DF), MacNulty (DF), Velthuis (DF), Gooijer (DF), Buurmeester (MF), Namli (MF), Velanas (MF), Rooij (MF), Oosting (MF), Kostons (AT)
PEC Zwolle’s predicted 4-1-4-1 formation will likely focus on maintaining a solid defensive base while allowing their midfielders to push forward. With Zico Buurmeester anchoring the midfield, they will aim to control the tempo and provide support to Koen Kostons up front.PEC Zwolle’s predicted 4-1-4-1 formation will likely focus on maintaining a solid defensive base while allowing their midfielders to push forward. With Zico Buurmeester anchoring the midfield, they will aim to control the tempo and provide support to Koen Kostons up front.
Excelsior (3-4-2-1)
- Predicted lineup: Gassel (GK), Meissen (DF), Widell (DF), TBC (DF), Bronkhorst (MF), Naujoks (MF), Zagré (MF), Hartjes (MF), Hansson (AT), Regt (AT), Fernandes (AT)Predicted lineup: Gassel (GK), Meissen (DF), Widell (DF), TBC (DF), Bronkhorst (MF), Naujoks (MF), Zagré (MF), Hartjes (MF), Hansson (AT), Regt (AT), Fernandes (AT)
Excelsior’s predicted 3-4-2-1 setup suggests a focus on defensive solidity while looking to hit on the break. With Gyan de Regt leading the line, they will rely on quick transitions and the creativity of their midfield to create scoring opportunities.Excelsior’s predicted 3-4-2-1 setup suggests a focus on defensive solidity while looking to hit on the break. With Gyan de Regt leading the line, they will rely on quick transitions and the creativity of their midfield to create scoring opportunities.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Kostons vs Meissen: Kostons will look to outmanoeuvre Meissen with his movement and finishing ability.Kostons vs Meissen: Kostons will look to outmanoeuvre Meissen with his movement and finishing ability.
- Oosting vs Bronkhorst: Oosting’s creativity will be tested against Bronkhorst’s tenacity in midfield.Oosting vs Bronkhorst: Oosting’s creativity will be tested against Bronkhorst’s tenacity in midfield.
- Buurmeester (PEC Zwolle): Buurmeester’s role as the midfield anchor is crucial for dictating play and breaking up opposition attacks.Buurmeester (PEC Zwolle): Buurmeester’s role as the midfield anchor is crucial for dictating play and breaking up opposition attacks.
- Regt (Excelsior): Regt’s ability to lead the line and convert chances will be key for Excelsior’s attacking threat.Regt (Excelsior): Regt’s ability to lead the line and convert chances will be key for Excelsior’s attacking threat.
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