Telstar vs Excelsior Match Recap - Nov 1, 2025

In a gripping showdown at the BUKO Stadion, Telstar and Excelsior battled to a thrilling 2-2 draw on November 1, 2025. The match was marked by explosive starts and tense moments that kept fans on the edge of their seats from the opening whistle until the final minute.

The home team wasted no time making their mark, as Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp found the net just two minutes into the game. This early goal set an electrifying tone for Telstar, who had come off a resounding 5-0 victory in the KNVB Beker earlier this week. After struggling through a grim stretch in the Eredivisie, where they suffered five losses in six matches prior to today, securing points was crucial for their confidence as they currently sit in 17th place with only seven points.

Not to be outdone, Tyrone Owusu added to Telstar's lead in the 28th minute, pushing their advantage to two goals. Excelsior looked shaky against an aggressive Telstar side that seemed desperate for points after failing to win in several league outings. Sitting below them in 16th position with nine points from ten matches, Excelsior knew a loss would deepen their troubles as well.

However, momentum shifted just before halftime when Arthur Zagre of Excelsior earned his team a lifeline with a penalty kick awarded in the 44th minute. Zagre converted skillfully, bringing the score to 2-1 and injecting new energy into Excelsior's performance as they headed into halftime just one goal behind.

After halftime, both teams struggled to maintain control of possession amid rapidly changing dynamics on the pitch. Tensions rose as neither side could find a way through for much of the second half until Gyan de Regt struck decisively in the 77th minute, leveling the match at 2-2. The equalizer sent waves of relief through Excelsior's supporters who had been anxiously watching their team's season teeter on the brink of disaster.

Despite several late attempts from both sides to claim all three points, neither team could capitalize further. The draw leaves both teams fighting for survival at the bottom end of the standings. For Telstar, this result means they have now recorded three draws across their last four matches but remain entrenched at 17th place. They will look forward to their next fixture against Twente on November 7, hoping this newfound momentum can translate into wins.

On the other hand, excelling today does not erase Excelsior's struggles since they maintained only one win across their previous five matches before facing Telstar today. With their upcoming battle against Heracles looming on November 8, ambitions will be high for improvement and building upon today's positives.

Reflecting back on my pre-match predictions seems like an exercise in humility; I envisioned Telstar earning a narrow victory but instead witnessed quite a different story unfold-a testament to football's unpredictable nature. Both clubs now face pivotal challenges ahead as they aim not only to escape relegation but also restore hope among their loyal fan bases looking for brighter days ahead amidst turbulent times.