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Sparta Rotterdam vs Feyenoord Prediction, Tips & Odds

Sparta Rotterdam vs Feyenoord

EredivisieRegular Season - 1
Sparta Rotterdam
#14 · Eredivisie
DDLLW
0 - 1
Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel, Rotterdam (11,026)
Referee: S. van der Eijk
Feyenoord
#8 · Eredivisie
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★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.60
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.54 (implied 65.1%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 67.6% probability (an expert ratio of 1.48). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (67.6% vs 65.1%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Feyenoord to win this match against Sparta Rotterdam, projecting a scoreline of 2-0. Feyenoord enters the season with a strong foundation, having won their last five matches, showcasing a solid form that positions them well as they start their campaign. Despite both teams being at the same point in the standings with no games played yet, Feyenoord's recent success gives them a psychological edge. On the other hand, Sparta Rotterdam's recent form has been less encouraging, with only two wins in their last five matches and three losses. This inconsistency may carry over into the new season, making it challenging for them to find their rhythm against a confident Feyenoord side. Their recent struggles could impact their morale as they face a team that has demonstrated a winning mentality. Overall, the model indicates a win probability that favours Feyenoord significantly, reflecting their recent form and historical performance. However, one caveat is that it is the start of the season, and anything can happen as teams adjust and settle in. For more details on our prediction methodology, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team employs an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Sparta Rotterdam Win26%4.42
Draw21%4.00
Feyenoord Win53%1.69
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5360.3%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.5460.2%

Combined goal output is high (3.3 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Sparta Rotterdam 1-1 Feyenoord
7.5513.3%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.3% probability.

Asian Handicap
Feyenoord -0.0
1.2847%

Feyenoord have been the stronger side, winning 62% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
7.55
13.3%
1-2
7.65
13.2%
0-1
9.14
11.0%
0-2
9.49
10.6%
1-3
11.11
9.1%
2-2
11.73
8.6%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 13.3% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Sparta Rotterdam
-0.0
3.39
Feyenoord
+0.0
1.28
Sparta Rotterdam
-0.5
4.00
Feyenoord
+0.5
1.68
Sparta Rotterdam
-1.5
9.50
Feyenoord
+1.5
2.75

Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. Feyenoord are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Sparta Rotterdam vs Feyenoord
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
4.404.101.671.532.451.532.35
Marathonbet
4.554.051.651.502.291.552.26
Betfair
4.604.001.651.502.551.502.55
Pinnacle
4.694.081.711.582.44
SBO
3.763.621.71
William Hill
4.403.801.671.502.45
Bet365
4.504.201.701.532.401.572.25
1xBet
4.624.111.721.502.291.552.30
Unibet
4.354.001.681.542.451.522.38
888Sport
4.403.801.671.532.401.502.45
Betano
4.504.151.781.602.421.552.35
Superbet
4.354.001.741.572.421.562.35
BetVictor
4.404.101.671.532.291.532.30

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
93.7%
Over 1.5 Goals
81%
Over 2.5 Goals
60.2%
Over 3.5 Goals
40.1%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XSparta Rotterdam or Draw
47%2.13
12Sparta Rotterdam or Feyenoord
80%1.21
X2Draw or Feyenoord
74%1.19

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Feyenoord leads 7-1)
1 Sparta Rotterdam2 Draw7 Feyenoord
18 Jan
Feyenoord
3-4
Sparta Rotterdam
Eredivisie
Aug 25
Sparta Rotterdam
0-4
Feyenoord
Eredivisie
Feb 25
Feyenoord
3-0
Sparta Rotterdam
Eredivisie
Aug 24
Sparta Rotterdam
1-1
Feyenoord
Eredivisie
Feb 24
Feyenoord
2-0
Sparta Rotterdam
Eredivisie
Aug 23
Sparta Rotterdam
2-2
Feyenoord
Eredivisie
Apr 23
Sparta Rotterdam
1-3
Feyenoord
Eredivisie
Sept 22
Feyenoord
3-0
Sparta Rotterdam
Eredivisie
Feb 22
Feyenoord
4-0
Sparta Rotterdam
Eredivisie
Oct 21
Sparta Rotterdam
0-1
Feyenoord
Eredivisie

In the last 10 matches between Sparta Rotterdam and Feyenoord, Feyenoord has won 7 times, with 2 draws and 1 victory for Sparta Rotterdam. This record indicates a strong dominance by Feyenoord, particularly highlighted by several convincing scorelines, including two 4-0 victories. The matches have generally been low-scoring for Sparta, with their only win coming in a high-scoring 4-3 game. Additionally, Sparta has not won against Feyenoord since 2026, suggesting a significant challenge for them in this matchup.

Eredivisie Standings

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1
Excelsior
11004043
W
2
GO Ahead Eagles
11004133
W
3
Ajax
11002023
W
4
AZ Alkmaar
11002023
W
5
Telstar
11002113
W
6
Groningen
11002113
W
8
Feyenoord
11001013
W
14
Sparta Rotterdam
100101-10
L
16
ADO Den Haag
100102-20
L
17
Willem II
100114-30
L
18
Cambuur
100104-40
L

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
Sparta RotterdamHome
0W0D1L
1 playedGF 0 · GA 10.00 pts/game
FeyenoordAway
1W0D0L
1 playedGF 1 · GA 03.00 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Sparta RotterdamFeyenoord
1.38Goals p.g.1.96
1.67Goals conceded p.g.1.12
33%Clean sheets29%
29%Win rate62%
3.04Avg goals in match3.08
1.13xG per game1.95
-0.20xGA per game0.34
48%Possession %49%
3.8Shots on target / game5.4
4.1Corners per game6.1
Sparta Rotterdam
Recent Form

Sparta Rotterdam have won 4 of their last 12 matches at home, drawing 5 and losing 3. Their recent home fixtures include drew with MSV Duisburg 0-0 and drew with Asteras Tripolis 1-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 7W 7D 10L from the last 24 games (29% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Sparta RotterdamAll competitions
01 Aug
Sparta Rotterdam
0-0
MSV Duisburg
Friendlies Clubs
28 Jul
Sparta Rotterdam
1-1
Asteras Tripolis
Friendlies Clubs
25 Jul
Zulte Waregem
3-2
Sparta Rotterdam
Friendlies Clubs
18 Jul
SV Meppen
3-2
Sparta Rotterdam
Friendlies Clubs
11 Jul
Sparta Rotterdam
1-0
Telstar
Friendlies Clubs
07 Jul
VOC
0-4
Sparta Rotterdam
Friendlies Clubs
7
Win
29%
7
Draw
29%
10
Lost
42%
Feyenoord
Recent Form

Feyenoord have won 5 of their last 11 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 3. Their recent away fixtures include beat Feyenoord 0-1 and beat Dordrecht 0-6.

Overall, the wider run reads 15W 5D 4L from the last 24 games (63% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: FeyenoordAll competitions
09 Aug
Sparta Rotterdam
0-1
Feyenoord
Eredivisie
02 Aug
Feyenoord
2-1
Atalanta
Friendlies Clubs
26 Jul
Feyenoord
2-1
Rayo Vallecano
Friendlies Clubs
17 Jul
Feyenoord
3-1
Charleroi
Friendlies Clubs
11 Jul
Feyenoord
3-1
Club Brugge KV
Friendlies Clubs
04 Jul
Dordrecht
0-6
Feyenoord
Friendlies Clubs
15
Win
63%
5
Draw
21%
4
Lost
17%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

7 players

Sparta Rotterdam1

J. Baas
Missing FixtureYellow Cards

Feyenoord6

B. Nieuwkoop
Missing FixtureInjury
G. Smal
Missing FixtureInactive
J. Bos
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
J. Moder
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
T. Beelen
Missing FixtureBroken Leg
T. Watanabe
Missing FixtureInjury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.54 (60.2%)
Both Teams Score1.53 (60.3%)
Value Bets
Sparta Rotterdam Win4.42 (26.2%)
Feyenoord Win1.69 (53.3%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.40 (39.8%)
BTTS No2.36 (39.7%)
Speculative
Draw4.00 (20.5%)

Yellow Card Prediction

S. van der Eijk has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by S. van der Eijk to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Sparta Rotterdam have averaged 4.1 corners per match at home; Feyenoord 6.1 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.1 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Feyenoord have generated 1.95 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 62% of them. They put 5.4 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Feyenoord player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.