Sparta Rotterdam will look to maintain momentum after their narrow 1-0 win over Utrecht, and with no fresh injury concerns, Maurice Steijn's side head into this clash in strong shape. Therefore, we predict that they will defeat Groningen 2-1. The Rotterdammers have won 4 of their last 5 matches, averaging 1.7 goals per game, although their home form is slightly less convincing at 1.40 points per match. Defensively, they keep 40% clean sheets, but they also concede 1.2 goals per home match, which could open the door for Groningen.
The visitors suffered a 2-1 defeat to Fortuna Sittard, and the suspension of key midfielder Stije Resink is a significant setback. Still, Groningen’s overall numbers show competitiveness: they concede only 1.0 goal per match, keep 40% clean sheets, and have lost just once in their last five away games. Expected goals also highlight their productivity, with xG 2.09, higher than Sparta’s 1.75.
Historically, this fixture leans toward Sparta, who have won 8 of the last 16 meetings, with 63% of H2Hs seeing BTTS. Given Sparta's better form and home advantage, Home Win should be considered. Additionally, BTTS and Over 2.5 goals markets boast big value (strong combined averages: Sparta 3.0, Groningen 2.2).
This Netherlands Eredivisie match will be played on Saturday 31 January 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Sparta Rotterdam 2 - 1 Groningen
Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen Betting Tips
- Anytime Goalscorer: Jelani Seedorf @ 140 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Jelani Seedorf @ 500 Odds
- To be Booked: Younes Taha @ 175 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Sparta Rotterdam 0 @ -143 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferSparta Rotterdam Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwlww | 1.90 |
| Home | dwlwl | 1.40 |
| Away | lwwww | 2.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.00 | 2.20 | 3.80 |
| Scored | 1.70 | 1.00 | 2.40 |
| Conceded | 1.30 | 1.20 | 1.40 |
| BTTS | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.75 | 1.81 | 1.68 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.83 | 1.64 | 2.01 |
Groningen Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wddwl | 1.30 |
| Home | ddwdl | 1.20 |
| Away | llwdw | 1.40 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 20% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.20 | 2.40 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 1.40 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 40% | 60% | 20% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 20% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 2.09 | 2.56 | 1.62 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.21 | 0.93 | 1.48 |
Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Sparta Rotterdam (50%)
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