Excelsior Reserve Run Riot in Seven-Goal Thriller Against NAC U21

SBV Excelsior Reserve 6-2 NAC U21
Netherlands U21 Division | 30 May 2026, 21:15

The reserve side of SBV Excelsior delivered a devastating attacking display on Friday night, crushing NAC U21 6-2 in a lopsided Netherlands U21 encounter. The visitors from Breda were left shell‑shocked as the home side raced into a commanding lead before half‑time and never looked back.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Excelsior Reserve pressed high and exploited gaps in the NAC defence. The forward line combined with blistering pace and sharp movement, converting chance after chance. NAC managed two consolation goals but were ultimately outclassed by a team that looked a level above in both intensity and finishing.

Key Moments

• Early blitz: Excelsior scored three times in the first 25 minutes, with two goals coming inside a five‑minute spell. The first was a crisp finish from a cut‑back, the second a long‑range drive that curled inside the post.
• NAC fight back briefly: Just before the half‑hour mark, NAC pulled one back with a well‑worked set piece, heading home from a corner. But any hope of a comeback was short‑lived.
• Second‑half demolition: Excelsior added three more after the interval, including a stunning individual run from midfield that ended with a low shot into the far corner. NAC’s second goal arrived late, a penalty after a clumsy challenge, but by then the result was beyond doubt.

Standout Performers

The Excelsior number 9 was a constant menace, scoring twice and setting up another. His movement dragged defenders out of position and created space for teammates. The home midfield also controlled the tempo, recycling possession quickly and launching counter‑attacks with purpose.

Table & Season Context

The victory strengthens Excelsior Reserve’s push towards the top of the Netherlands U21 standings, while NAC U21 slip further down and will need to tighten their defence if they are to avoid a relegation scrap. Friday’s seven‑goal thriller was the highest‑scoring match of the round and underlined the firepower at Excelsior’s disposal.