Twente defeats Excelsior 9-0 ahead of Conference League match against Pafos FC

On November 1, 2026, Dutch football club FC Twente achieved a historic 9-0 away victory against Excelsior during the 11th round of the Eredivisie. This result marks the largest win in the club's Eredivisie history. The team’s dominant performance was highlighted by striker Weghorst, who scored four goals, while Rots contributed two. Additional goals were scored by Van den Belt, Bawa, and Zerrouki, with Ariaster reportedly providing five assists.

This high-scoring match serves as a significant buildup to Twente's upcoming UEFA Conference League fixture. The team is scheduled to host Cyprus's Pafos FC at De Grolsch Veste stadium on November 5, 2026, for the third matchday of the League Phase. Currently, Twente holds 4th place in the domestic league standings, sitting two points behind the leaders, Feyenoord.

The convincing victory is being viewed by local sports media as a strong message to their European opponents. The upcoming match against Pafos FC remains a critical fixture for Twente as they continue their European campaign.