Sparta Rotterdam vs Utrecht Prediction: Sportpesa Mega Jackpot

The 2025-26 Eredivisie campaign began in starkly different fashion for Sparta Rotterdam and FC Utrecht. Sparta endured a nightmare opening weekend, suffering a 6-1 demolition at the hands of reigning champions PSV. Utrecht, on the other hand, made a statement with a 4-0 home victory over Heracles, showcasing both attacking flair and defensive solidity.

This clash at Het Kasteel will be the 91st league meeting between the two sides. Utrecht lead the head-to-head standings with 37 wins to Sparta’s 31, and the visitors have generally had the upper hand in recent encounters. Sparta have only managed one win in their last eight meetings against Utrecht, losing six in that run, although Utrecht have won just one of the last three clashes between the sides.

Home and Away Form

Sparta Rotterdam’s Last Five Home Matches

Sparta’s recent home record has been a source of concern. Across their last five matches at Het Kasteel, victories have been rare. Performances have been characterised by defensive lapses, especially against sides capable of sustained attacking pressure. While Sparta have managed to grind out the occasional result, their inability to consistently control matches on home soil has been a recurring problem.

FC Utrecht’s Last Five Away Matches

Utrecht’s away form has been one of their biggest strengths. In their last five matches on the road, they have collected several impressive victories, often by taking control early and maintaining defensive discipline. Even when not at their attacking best, Utrecht have shown resilience away from home, managing to avoid defeat in most cases. Their ability to adapt their approach depending on the opponent has made them a difficult side to beat outside their home ground.

Head-to-Head Record

Last Five Meetings

1. Feb 11, 2024 – Eredivisie: Utrecht 2–0 Sparta Rotterdam

2. Sep 3, 2023 – Eredivisie: Sparta Rotterdam 0–3 Utrecht

3. Mar 5, 2023 – Eredivisie: Utrecht 3–0 Sparta Rotterdam

4. Sep 11, 2022 – Eredivisie: Sparta Rotterdam 4–0 Utrecht

5. Mar 13, 2022 – Eredivisie: Utrecht 3–0 Sparta Rotterdam

Overall Head-to-Head (League)

• Total Matches: 90

• Sparta Wins: 31

• Draws: 22

• Utrecht Wins: 37

Venue Breakdown – Last Five Meetings

• At Sparta (Het Kasteel): 1 win for Sparta, 4 wins for Utrecht, 0 draws.

• At Utrecht (Stadion Galgenwaard): 4 wins for Utrecht, 1 win for Sparta, 0 draws.

Team News

Sparta Rotterdam

Head coach Maurice Steijn will be without two players: left-back Mike Kleijn (hamstring) and midfielder Jonathan de Guzmán. Despite the heavy defeat to PSV, Steijn may keep faith with the same starting XI. Forward Ayoub Oufkir and striker Nökkvi Thórisson are both pushing for inclusion, adding competition in attack.

FC Utrecht

For the visitors, midfielders Zidane Iqbal, Ivar Jenner, and Rafik El Arguioui remain sidelined. After scoring as a substitute last weekend, Dani de Wit is eyeing a place in the starting lineup. Head coach Ron Jans could make a minor change from the Heracles win, with Miguel Rodriguez tipped to start on the right wing ahead of Adrian Blake.

Given Utrecht’s strong away form and Sparta’s struggles at home, the visitors enter as favourites. Utrecht’s balanced approach in attack and defence, combined with their superior head-to-head record, points towards another positive result for Ron Jans’ men. Sparta will need a significant improvement to match Utrecht’s pace and precision.

 Current Form

Sparta Rotterdam vs Utrecht Prediction: Standing

 Home & Away Matches

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