Excelsior has supplied four players to the Eredivisie Team of the Week for match round five. The Kralingers are the main supplier this week, according to a report by Voetbal International.
The selection follows a strong period for the club, which currently sits fifth in the league with nine points from four games. With ten goals scored and only three conceded, Excelsior has one of the best defensive records in the Eredivisie. The team is six points behind leaders AZ Alkmaar.
Who were Excelsior's standout performers?
Irakli Yegoian was the top performer for Excelsior and received a match rating of 8. The player played a key role in the match against Willem II. Rick Meissen also got an 8, after scoring his very first professional goal in the 34th minute.
Defender Casper Widell received a 7.5 for his performance, while Simon Janssen secured a spot in the weekly team with a 7. The four selections highlight the collective strength of the team under manager Marinus Dijkhuizen. The full Excelsior squad is available on our club page.
Who were the other notable names?
In the match between ADO Den Haag and Fortuna Sittard, Mohamed Ihattaren was the star man. "He was involved in all goals with two strikes and an assist and therefore received the grade 8," the player said. ADO Den Haag's Ivo Pinto got a 7 and also earned a place in the team.
An unexpected penalty specialist emerged from the Keuken Kampioen Divisie. "The Telstar goalkeeper grew into an unexpected penalty specialist and scored no less than two penalties against SC Cambuur," said Ronald Koeman Jr. AZ's Peer Koopmeiners received the highest rating at his club with an 8.
What is Excelsior's league position?
Excelsior has started the 2026-2027 season excellently with three wins and one loss. Their recent form is WWLW. The strong defensive numbers, with only three goals conceded, provide a solid foundation for the ambitious side.
The current standings show the Kralingers firmly involved in the sub-top of the league. The coming weeks are important to consolidate this position. The club's stats show an efficient attack and a compact defence.
What is Excelsior's next fixture?
Marinus Dijkhuizen's team travels to Nijmegen for their next match. Excelsior plays away against NEC on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. NEC is tenth in the table. This away game is an opportunity to continue the good run and strengthen their position in the top five. Preparations for this clash are in full swing.
