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Last 5 matches · 1W-2D-2L · -6 goal difference
Last 5 matches · 0W-1D-4L · -8 goal difference
BetGenius backs Sparta Rotterdam or Draw (Double Chance) at 74% confidence — a solid call. Total goals: Over 2.5 Goals.
Sparta Rotterdam host Willem II in a clash that pits a mid‑table side against the league bottom club. Sparta sit 14th with six points from eight games, having struggled to keep clean sheets but showing a better attack (1.6 goals per game) than their opponents. Willem II are 18th with only two points, a poor defensive record (2.9 goals conceded per game) and anemic scoring rate of 0.9 per match.
Sparta have a clear historical edge, winning eight of the nine previous meetings and the most recent encounter ending 5‑1 in their favour. Their recent form includes a 3‑3 draw away and a mix of draws and narrow losses, while Willem II have managed just one draw in their last five games and have been heavy defeats against stronger opponents.
Injury news shows Sparta missing midfielder S. Mito (injury) and an unavailable M. van Bergen, whereas Willem II list several injured players, further weakening an already fragile side. Both teams have no clean sheets this season, suggesting that goals are likely to be conceded on both ends.
Combined scoring rate: 2.8 goals per game (Sparta Rotterdam at home plus Willem II away).
League scoring and assist totals for this season — not a predicted lineup. Availability is only shown where team news names the same player.
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Excelsior | 9 | -2 | 11 |
| 11 | Utrecht | 9 | -10 | 11 |
| 12 | NEC Nijmegen | 9 | -1 | 10 |
| 13 | Sparta Rotterdam | 9 | -6 | 9 |
| 14 | Cambuur | 9 | -8 | 9 |
| 15 | PEC Zwolle | 9 | -12 | 7 |
| 16 | TelstarEredivisie (Relegation) | 9 | -8 | 6 |
| 17 | ADO Den HaagRelegation - Eerste Divisie | 9 | -9 | 6 |
| 18 | Willem IIRelegation - Eerste Divisie | 9 | -17 | 2 |
Sparta Rotterdam have won 9 of the last 10 meetings, averaging 3.7 goals a game, 80% went over 2.5.
Settled results only — every published pick is recorded win or lose. Full track record →
Based on at least 20 settled predictions.Sparta’s superior league position, points total and eight‑to‑one head‑to‑head record give them a strong advantage. Their scoring average (1.6) exceeds Willem II’s (0.9) and recent matches have produced multiple goals, supporting an over‑2.5 expectation. Willem II’s injury list and recent form further reduce the chance of a win, making a home win or draw the most supported outcome.
Published October 16, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.
