Adam Tahaoui opened the scoring for NEC Nijmegen in their Eredivisie match against Excelsior. The Moroccan forward netted the 1-0 in the fixture, as reported by the account Moroccanspl on X this week.
Excelsior currently sits fifth in the Eredivisie with nine points from four matches. The team managed by Marinus Dijkhuizen has three wins and one loss, scoring ten goals and conceding three for a goal difference of plus seven. The Rotterdam side trails league leaders AZ Alkmaar by six points.
Who is Adam Tahaoui?
Adam Tahaoui is a 24-year-old forward of Dutch origin who plays for the Moroccan national team. He has been at NEC Nijmegen since the summer of 2025. His goal against Excelsior was his first of the season. Tahaoui is known for his pace and ability to create chances from difficult positions.
The player moved from FC Utrecht last season. At NEC, he is tasked with compensating for the departure of several key attackers. Coach Rogier Meijer relies on his qualities on the wing. The goal against Excelsior could provide a confidence boost for the matches ahead.
How is Excelsior performing this season?
Excelsior has started the 2026/27 season with conviction. After four matchdays, the club is firmly positioned in the upper mid-table. The team from Rotterdam-Zuid has scored ten goals, two of which belong to top scorer I. Yegoian. The defence has held firm, conceding only three times.
Recent form has been mixed with a sequence of Win, Win, Loss, Win. The defeat to NEC Nijmegen interrupts a run of positive results. Still, fifth place provides a solid foundation for the remainder of the campaign. Fans can always check the current standings and team stats online.
What was the significance of this match?
The match against NEC was a direct clash between two mid-table sides both aiming for a spot in the left column. Tahaoui's goal put Excelsior on the back foot immediately. The Rotterdam team subsequently struggled to force an equalizer.
For NEC, the win is a step away from the relegation zone. For Excelsior, it's a reminder that every point in the Eredivisie is hard-fought. The team must now focus on the next fixture. The coming weeks will be decisive in achieving the season's objectives.
What's next for Excelsior?
Excelsior's next assignment is a home match against FC Groningen on October 11, 2026. Groningen currently sits ninth in the table. It promises to be another evenly-matched contest at the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion.
A victory could help Excelsior maintain touch with the top of the table. The full schedule for the coming months can be found on the fixtures page. The match against Groningen kicks off at 20:00 and will be broadcast live via the usual channels.
