Go Ahead Eagles will visit Het Kasteel Stadium for their Eredivisie clash with Sparta Rotterdam on Sunday, 15 September. View our free Sparta Rotterdam vs Go Ahead Eagles predictions below.
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Sparta Rotterdam vs Go Ahead Eagles predictions: A low-scoring affair
Key stats
- Five of the last six encounters between these teams went south of the 2.5-goal marker.
- Less than three goals were scored in three of Sparta Rotterdam’s last four matches, and in three of Go Ahead Eagles’ last four games.
- Sparta Rotterdam are currently on an 11-match unbeaten run.
- Both teams scored in six of Sparta Rotterdam's last seven matches.
Correct score prediction: Sparta Rotterdam 1-1 Go Ahead Eagles
The spoils were shared in three of Sparta Rotterdam's last four matches, and two of their last three games ended 1-1.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookmakers favour Sparta Rotterdam
- HOME:11/10 (2.10) – 47.6%
- DRAW:13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- AWAY:23/10 (3.30) – 30.3%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Sparta Rotterdam have strung up an 11-match unbeaten run across all competitions, with seven wins and four draws. However, they have won just one out of four Eredivisie games this season, with the other three ending in draws.
Considering their home advantage, Sparta Rotterdam are the expected winners at 11/10 (2.10). Teams with these odds usually have a 47.6% probability of winning.
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We have also pointed out that both teams were on the scoresheet in six of Sparta Rotterdam's last seven games. On that note, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 4/6 (1.67). That one has a 60% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Can Go Ahead Eagles pull off another upset?
Although Go Ahead Eagles came out on top the last time these teams clashed at this stadium, they have lost nine of their previous 10 trips to Het Kasteel. Sparta Rotterdam will look to avenge that defeat when these teams clash this weekend.
Netherlands Eredivisie 21/01/24
Sparta Rotterdam
Go Ahead Eagles
Netherlands Eredivisie 22/10/23
Go Ahead Eagles
Sparta Rotterdam
Netherlands Eredivisie 12/02/23
Sparta Rotterdam
Go Ahead Eagles
Netherlands Eredivisie 27/08/22
Go Ahead Eagles
Sparta Rotterdam
Netherlands Eredivisie 12/03/22
Sparta Rotterdam
Go Ahead Eagles
Sparta Rotterdam preview: Looking to extend their unbeaten run
There are no major injury concerns for the hosts, aside from Teo Quintero, who is questionable for this clash.
Predicted lineup: Olij (GK), Van der Kust, Eerdhuijzen, Meissen, Reith, Clement, Baas, Baas, Nassoh, Verschueren, Neghli & Lauritsen.
Netherlands Eredivisie 28/09/24
D
Fortuna Sittard
1
Sparta Rotterdam
1
Netherlands Eredivisie 21/09/24
W
RKC
1
Sparta Rotterdam
2
Netherlands Eredivisie 15/09/24
L
Go Ahead Eagles
2
Sparta Rotterdam
1
Netherlands Eredivisie 31/08/24
W
Willem II
1
Sparta Rotterdam
2
Netherlands Eredivisie 25/08/24
D
Feyenoord
1
Sparta Rotterdam
1
Go Ahead Eagles preview: Hoping to turn their fortunes around
On the other hand, Go Ahead Eagles will not be able to call upon the services of Julius Dirksen (knee injury), and Valaker Edvardsen (foot injury).
Predicted lineup: Plogmann (GK), James, Kramer, Nauber, Llansana, Deijl, Breum, Twigt, Suray, Antman & Stokkers.
Netherlands Eredivisie 29/09/24
W
FC Groningen
0
Go Ahead Eagles
1
Netherlands Eredivisie 21/09/24
D
Ajax
1
Go Ahead Eagles
1
Netherlands Eredivisie 15/09/24
W
Sparta Rotterdam
1
Go Ahead Eagles
2
Netherlands Eredivisie 01/09/24
L
PSV
3
Go Ahead Eagles
0
Netherlands Eredivisie 25/08/24
W
RKC
0
Go Ahead Eagles
2
Player to watch: Camiel Neghli
Camiel Neghli scored the winning goal in Sparta Rotterdam's trip to Willem II Tilburg before the international break, handing his team their first win of the season. The Algerian forward has now scored in back-to-back games and will hope to extend his scoring run to three matches for the first time since October 2022.
