Telstar – Excelsior

Telstar host Excelsior in a clash that pits the league’s 13th‑placed side, with just five points from a win, two draws and three defeats (5‑11), against a much stronger sixth‑placed Excelsior, who sit on ten points after three victories, a draw and two losses (13‑7). The home side will be desperate to turn their meagre tally around, while the visitors will look to consolidate their push for a top‑four finish. Both teams have struggled defensively, but Excelsior’s goal difference of +6 gives them a clear statistical edge over Telstar’s –6. The fixture offers Telstar a chance to close the gap on the relegation‑battle zone, whereas a win for Excelsior could see them close in on the playoff places.