In an astonishing display at the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion, Twente annihilated Excelsior 9-0 in their Eredivisie encounter. A red card for Nesto Groen in the opening minutes set the tone for a challenging afternoon for the hosts. Wout Weghorst was in sublime form, scoring a hat-trick and orchestrating the rout, with Twente's relentless attack yielding five first-half goals.
Early Red Card Spells Disaster for Excelsior
The game took an immediate turn when Nesto Groen was sent off in the 5th minute, leaving Excelsior with a mountain to climb. Twente capitalized quickly, with Weghorst opening the scoring after just 12 minutes, assisted by Sondre Holmlund Orjasaeter. The visitors continued to dominate, and by halftime, the score was a staggering 5-0.
Weghorst Shines in Twente's Offensive Masterclass
Weghorst's quality was undeniable as he completed his hat-trick before the break. His ability to find space and clinical finishing underscored Twente's superiority. Thomas Van den Belt joined the scoring with a well-taken goal, while Daan Rots rounded off the first-half blitz in stoppage time.
Second Half: Relentless Twente Pile on the Misery
The second half was no reprieve for Excelsior as Jordy Bawuah scored immediately after the restart, and Weghorst added another from the penalty spot in the 62nd minute. Ramiz Zerrouki and Daan Rots further added to the tally, with Twente showcasing their attacking prowess throughout.
Statistical Breakdown
Twente's commanding performance was reflected in the statistics, with 28 total shots, 15 on target, and an expected goals tally of 6.29, compared to Excelsior's zero shots on goal. Twente held 80% of possession, completing 775 accurate passes, a stark contrast to Excelsior's 152.
Looking Ahead
This crushing defeat leaves Excelsior contemplating their recent struggles, having won only once in their last five outings. Twente, however, will look to build on this performance, carrying the momentum from a golden run into their upcoming fixtures. With Weghorst leading the line, they seem poised for further success.
