Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen - AI Match Preview

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Netherlands Eredivisie

Sparta Rotterdam

NEC Nijmegen

Match Events

Lushendry Edward Martes

28'

B. Martins Indi

64'

65'

Willum Thor Willumsson

66'

Deveron Fonville

Pelle Clement

73'

Joshua Kitolano

73'

K. Ogawa

89'

Virgil Misidjan

90'

Ahmetcan Kaplan

Preview

Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen: High-Flying Attack Meets Resilient Defence in Eredivisie

NEC Nijmegen arrive at Sparta Rotterdam in strong attacking form, having won two of their last three matches and scoring freely. However, Sparta have demonstrated recent resilience, particularly at home, and will look to tighten up against a potent offensive unit.

This match pits NEC's potent, high-volume attack against Sparta's more measured approach. NEC's average of 16 shots per game, with a high 7.3 on target away from home, means Sparta's defence will be under constant pressure. Sparta's tactical approach might involve a compact mid-block, aiming to frustrate NEC's expansive possession game, which averages nearly 60% ball possession away from home. The hosts will need to be clinical with their limited chances, as NEC's recent defensive fragility (2 goals conceded in their last away fixture) could offer an opening.

Team statistics

Netherlands Eredivisie

Sparta Rotterdam

NEC Nijmegen

Matches played

11 - 3 - 8

Results

12 - 5 - 5

50%

Win %

54.5%

1.3

Goals scored

2.6

1.6

Goals conceded

1.7

4.6

Shots on target

6.7

4.7

Shots off target

5.1

3.5

Blocked shots

4.1

46.8

Ball possession

57.3

79.1

Pass accuracy

79.2

Fouls

11.8

4.4

Goalkeeper saves

3.1

1.8

Yellow cards

1.9

0.1

Red cards

0.1

League averages

Key points

• NEC Nijmegen average an impressive 2.6 goals per game over the season.
• Sparta Rotterdam's defence has been porous, conceding 1.6 goals per game at home.
• NEC have scored at least 3 goals in two of their last three away fixtures.

AI Prediction

NEC Nijmegen's formidable attacking statistics and their recent surge in form make them a compelling choice. While Sparta Rotterdam have shown signs of recent improvement and can be tough at home, NEC's sheer volume of shots and goals scored, both overall and recently, is difficult to ignore. The odds also slightly favour the away side, aligning with their superior offensive metrics. Both teams have shown a propensity to score, making 'both teams to score' and an 'over 2.5 goals' outcome a strong possibility.

AI

Confidence

Pick

Recent Win% (20)
nova-lite-v1 (fr)

by amazon

78%

X DRAW

BTTS YES

2.5 OVER

1x2

23%

O/U

47%

BTTS

47%
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by google

68%

AWAY

BTTS YES

2.5 OVER

1x2

47%

O/U

47%

BTTS

70%
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by google

68%

AWAY

BTTS YES

2.5 OVER

1x2

40%

O/U

63%

BTTS

70%

H2H

Eredivisie

Match date	Team	Score	Team	O/U 2.5	BTTS
11/29/2025	Sparta Rotterdam	L 1 - 3 W	NEC Nijmegen AWAY	O	Y
4/6/2025	HOME Sparta Rotterdam	W 2 - 0 L	NEC Nijmegen	U	N
12/15/2024	Sparta Rotterdam	D 1 - 1 D	NEC Nijmegen AWAY	U	Y
2/24/2024	Sparta Rotterdam	L 0 - 2 W	NEC Nijmegen AWAY	U	N
9/1/2023	HOME Sparta Rotterdam	D 1 - 1 D	NEC Nijmegen	U	Y

Includes records from 2023 onwards.

Team recent

Sparta Rotterdam

H/A	VS	Score	Results	O/U 2.5	BTTS	Cor 9.5
AWAY	Fortuna Sittard	2 - 2	D	O	Y	Y
HOME	Groningen	2 - 0	W	U	N	N
AWAY	Utrecht	1 - 0	W	U	N	N
AWAY	Feyenoord	4 - 3	W	O	Y	N
HOME	Heracles	2 - 0	W	U	N	Y
AWAY	FC Volendam	1 - 0	W	U	N	Y
HOME	Heerenveen	0 - 3	L	O	N	Y
HOME	NAC Breda	1 - 0	W	U	N	N
AWAY	NEC Nijmegen	1 - 3	L	O	Y	Y
HOME	Fortuna Sittard	1 - 1	D	U	Y	Y

Sparta Rotterdam have shown a decent overall campaign, securing wins in half of their matches. While their home record mirrors their season-long win percentage, they've struggled defensively, conceding 1.6 goals per home game. However, their most recent home outing saw them secure a clean sheet and a victory, suggesting they can still be resolute. Their recent form shows an uptick with two wins and a draw in their last three, including an impressive attacking display in their last fixture, though that was away from home.

NEC Nijmegen

H/A	VS	Score	Results	O/U 2.5	BTTS	Cor 9.5
HOME	Utrecht	1 - 3	L	O	Y	Y
HOME	Heracles	4 - 1	W	O	Y	N
AWAY	AZ Alkmaar	3 - 1	W	O	Y	N
HOME	PEC Zwolle	2 - 1	W	O	Y	Y
AWAY	NAC Breda	4 - 3	W	O	Y	N
HOME	Ajax	2 - 2	D	O	Y	N
AWAY	Telstar	2 - 2	D	O	Y	Y
AWAY	FC Volendam	3 - 2	W	O	Y	Y
HOME	Sparta Rotterdam	3 - 1	W	O	Y	Y
AWAY	Feyenoord	4 - 2	W	O	Y	Y

NEC Nijmegen are flying high, boasting an excellent Eredivisie record with over half their games won. Their attacking prowess is undeniable, averaging a league-leading 2.6 goals per game overall. This offensive power is even more pronounced in recent form; they've bagged 2.7 goals per game across their last three, with their last match being a dominant 3-1 home win. Even away from home, NEC average a healthy 2.5 goals per game, making them a significant threat.

Over

Under

Yes

Odds

1x2

HOME

2.4

DRAW

3.6

AWAY

2.7

2.5 OVER/UNDER

OVER

1.53

UNDER

2.4

BTTS

YES

1.44

2.62

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