3 April 2022 at 12:30

Referee: A. Lindhout

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.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Sparta Rotterdam4wins
3draws10 meetings
Heerenveen3wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.5

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (60%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (42%) — the odds may underestimate Sparta Rotterdam.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.0%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 44.8%Draw 30.9%Away 29.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.203.103.30
Max2.293.403.59
Over 2.5: 43.5%Under 2.5: 62.5%
Market favourite:Sparta Rotterdam · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market42.5%30.4%27.1%
Public market43.2%28.0%28.8%
Δ0.7%2.4%1.7%

Sparta Rotterdam vs Heerenveen — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Sparta Rotterdam (45%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Sparta RotterdamHalf-time:00Heerenveen
8Shots7
4Shots on target3

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
28/02/26Heerenveen2–1Sparta Rotterdam2.05/3.70/3.25
14/12/25Sparta Rotterdam0–3Heerenveen2.87/3.69/2.30
12/04/25Sparta Rotterdam3–1Heerenveen1.92/3.71/3.82
26/10/24Heerenveen2–0Sparta Rotterdam2.49/3.55/2.67
19/05/24Sparta Rotterdam2–1Heerenveen1.95/3.73/3.54
27/08/23Heerenveen1–3Sparta Rotterdam2.28/3.63/2.79
15/04/23Sparta Rotterdam4–0Heerenveen2.32/3.30/3.16
05/08/22Heerenveen0–0Sparta Rotterdam1.94/3.49/3.98
03/04/22Sparta Rotterdam1–1Heerenveen2.23/3.23/3.43
11/12/21Heerenveen0–0Sparta Rotterdam2.08/3.47/3.55

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: Sparta Rotterdam

W 98D 71L 125
Over 2.552
Goals scored381

Away Record: Heerenveen

W 438D 288L 384
Over 2.562
Goals scored1818

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Sparta Rotterdam and Heerenveen drew 1:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by V. van Crooij 52′ (pen.), A. Sarr 67′. Sparta Rotterdam had 50% possession while Heerenveen held 50%. Sparta Rotterdam had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Heerenveen. Sparta Rotterdam made 4 substitutions, Heerenveen made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Younes Namli 34′).

Match Events

Key match events between Sparta Rotterdam and Heerenveen — 2 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

Sparta Rotterdam
Heerenveen
Kick Off
Penalty awarded34′
VAR
Half Time
R. DurmisiM. Pinto
46′
52′
L. ThyAdrián Dalmau
64′
67′
A. Sarr

assist: N. Bakker

Y. NamliS. Mijnans
72′
72′
S. van HooijdonkA. Musaba
72′
A. TahiriA. van der Heide
A. AuassarT. Beugelsdijk
79′
88′
A. SarrS. de Jong
90+5′
A. van der HeideF. Stevanović
Full Time

Match Statistics

Sparta Rotterdam had 50% possession against Heerenveen's 50%. Sparta Rotterdam registered 8 shots (4 on target) while Heerenveen managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 13–11.

4Shots on Goal3
1Shots off Goal4
8Total Shots7
3Blocked Shots0
5Shots insidebox5
3Shots outsidebox2
13Fouls11
5Corner Kicks3
4Offsides4
50%Ball Possession50%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
420Total passes416
320Passes accurate319
76%Passes %77%

Lineups

Sparta Rotterdam lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under H. Fraser, while Heerenveen deployed a 3-4-1-2 under O. Tobiasen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sparta Rotterdam is 6.67, compared to — for Heerenveen. 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. Sparta Rotterdam's highest-rated starter is V. van Crooij (6.67), while Heerenveen's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Sparta Rotterdam deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Heerenveen's 3-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

Sparta Rotterdam field 4 midfielders averaging 6.67, versus Heerenveen's 4 rated —. 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

Sparta Rotterdam start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Heerenveen 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 75% for Sparta Rotterdam and —% for Heerenveen. 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

Sparta Rotterdam's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Heerenveen. 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 Sparta Rotterdam's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: V. van Crooij (29), oldest: V. van Crooij (29)), while Heerenveen average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Sparta Rotterdam's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 0 for Heerenveen. 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.

Sparta Rotterdam4-4-23-4-1-2Heerenveen
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Okoye3Vriends5Durmisi2Abels4Auassar6Kamps10Namli8Verschu.9Thy11Engels7Crooij1Mulder15Bakker4Beek14Drešević13Kaib27Ewijk33Haye26Tahiri10Halilov.20Hooijdo.9Sarr

Substitutes

Coach: H. Fraser

Substitutes

Coach: O. Tobiasen

Sparta RotterdamPosition StrengthHeerenveen
6.67
Avg Rating
6.67Midfielder (4 v 4)
0G 1A0G 0A
Sparta Rotterdam4-4-2
1GoalkeeperM. Okoye
3DefenderB. Vriends
5DefenderR. Durmisi
2DefenderD. Abels
4DefenderA. Auassar
6MidfielderJ. de Kamps
10MidfielderY. Namli
8MidfielderA. Verschueren
7MidfielderV. van Crooij6.71A
9ForwardL. Thy
11ForwardM. Engels
Heerenveen3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperE. Mulder
15DefenderN. Bakker
4DefenderS. van Beek
14DefenderI. Drešević
13MidfielderR. Kaib
27MidfielderM. van Ewijk
33MidfielderT. Haye
26MidfielderA. Tahiri
10ForwardT. Halilović
20ForwardS. van Hooijdonk
9ForwardA. Sarr

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Sparta Rotterdam have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Heerenveen show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Sparta Rotterdam

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Heerenveen

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Sparta Rotterdam vs Heerenveen Head to Head Results

Sparta Rotterdam and Heerenveen have met 2 times — Sparta Rotterdam won 0, Heerenveen won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Heerenveen leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (1 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2026.

0

Sparta Rotterdam

0

Drawn

2

Heerenveen

Goals: 1Goals: 5

Recent Meetings (2)

28 Feb 2026Heerenveen2 – 1Sparta Rotterdam
14 Dec 2025Sparta Rotterdam0 – 3Heerenveen
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026