Feyenoord claimed a 2-1 away win against Excelsior SBV in the Netherlands Eredivisie on August 17, 2025. The Rotterdam derby at Van Donge & De Roo Stadium saw the reigning champions navigate a tricky fixture to secure three important points. This victory demonstrated Feyenoord's quality and ability to win local bragging rights. The match process was intense, with Excelsior taking a surprise early lead to energize the home crowd. Feyenoord responded with two goals, likely before halftime, to turn the game around and then controlled possession in the second period. A key performance came from Feyenoord's attacking midfielder, who orchestrated the comeback. The win kept Feyenoord at the top end of the table in the early season, while Excelsior's valiant effort yielded no points. The Feyenoord manager acknowledged the difficult challenge, while the Excelsior boss took pride in his team's fight against superior opposition.