22 September 2021 at 19:00

Referee: M. Perez

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

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Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: PEC Zwolle

Away Record: Sparta Rotterdam

W 98D 71L 125
Over 2.552
Goals scored381

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

PEC Zwolle and Sparta Rotterdam drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by V. van Crooij 1′, D. Redan 8′. 3 yellow cards were shown. PEC Zwolle had 58% possession while Sparta Rotterdam held 42%. PEC Zwolle had 16 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Sparta Rotterdam. PEC Zwolle made 4 substitutions, Sparta Rotterdam made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between PEC Zwolle and Sparta Rotterdam — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

PEC Zwolle
Sparta Rotterdam
Kick Off
1′
V. van Crooij

assist: A. Meijers

D. Redan

assist: Y. Nakayama

8′
Half Time
R. StriederE. Reijnders
46′
46′
S. MijnansE. Emegha
Dean Huiberts55′
69′
Mohammed OsmanK. Goudmijn
G. KastaneerC. Landu
72′
D. RedanL. Fernandes
72′
81′Bryan Smeets
85′
L. ThyM. Engels
M. PabaiK. Paal
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

PEC Zwolle had 58% possession against Sparta Rotterdam's 42%. PEC Zwolle registered 16 shots (4 on target) while Sparta Rotterdam managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 12–14.

4Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal2
16Total Shots8
4Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox6
7Shots outsidebox2
12Fouls14
4Corner Kicks7
2Offsides3
58%Ball Possession42%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
417Total passes305
334Passes accurate188
80%Passes %62%

Lineups

PEC Zwolle lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Langeler, while Sparta Rotterdam deployed a 4-2-3-1 under H. Fraser.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for PEC Zwolle is —, compared to 6.67 for Sparta Rotterdam. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. PEC Zwolle's highest-rated starter is —, while Sparta Rotterdam's best-rated player is V. van Crooij (6.67).

Defensive Solidity

PEC Zwolle deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sparta Rotterdam's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

PEC Zwolle field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Sparta Rotterdam's 5 rated 6.67. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

PEC Zwolle start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sparta Rotterdam averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for PEC Zwolle and 75% for Sparta Rotterdam. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

PEC Zwolle's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Sparta Rotterdam. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of PEC Zwolle's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Sparta Rotterdam average 29.0 (youngest: V. van Crooij (29), oldest: V. van Crooij (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

PEC Zwolle's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 7 for Sparta Rotterdam. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

PEC Zwolle4-2-3-14-2-3-1Sparta Rotterdam
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lamprou2Polen4Nakayama3Voet27Pabai13Strieder20Belt8Huiberts7Kastane.19Redan9Tedić1Okoye5Meijers3Vriends4Heylen2Abels6Auassar10Smeets8Osman7Mijnans9Thy11Crooij

Substitutes

Coach: A. Langeler

Substitutes

Coach: H. Fraser

PEC ZwollePosition StrengthSparta Rotterdam
Avg Rating
6.67
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.67
0G 0A0G 1A
PEC Zwolle4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperK. Lamprou
2DefenderB. van Polen
4DefenderY. Nakayama
3DefenderS. Voet
27DefenderM. Pabai
13MidfielderR. Strieder
20MidfielderT. van den Belt
8MidfielderD. Huiberts
7MidfielderG. Kastaneer
19MidfielderD. Redan
9ForwardS. Tedić
Sparta Rotterdam4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperM. Okoye
5DefenderA. Meijers
3DefenderB. Vriends
4DefenderM. Heylen
2DefenderD. Abels
6MidfielderA. Auassar
10MidfielderB. Smeets
8MidfielderMohammed Osman
7MidfielderS. Mijnans
11MidfielderV. van Crooij6.71A
9ForwardL. Thy

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, PEC Zwolle have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Sparta Rotterdam show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

PEC Zwolle

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Sparta Rotterdam

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PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam Head to Head Results

PEC Zwolle and Sparta Rotterdam have met 2 times — PEC Zwolle won 1, Sparta Rotterdam won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. PEC Zwolle leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2026.

1

PEC Zwolle

1

Drawn

0

Sparta Rotterdam

Goals: 2Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (2)

8 Mar 2026Sparta Rotterdam1 – 1PEC Zwolle
8 Nov 2025PEC Zwolle1 – 0Sparta Rotterdam
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026