17 February 2023 at 19:00
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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: Waalwijk
Away Record: Fortuna Sittard
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Waalwijk defeated Fortuna Sittard 3:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by B. Yılmaz 49′, M. Kramer 76′, Julen Lobete 86′, F. Jozefzoon 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Waalwijk had 52% possession while Fortuna Sittard held 48%. Waalwijk had 18 shots (9 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Fortuna Sittard. Waalwijk made 5 substitutions, Fortuna Sittard made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Waalwijk and Fortuna Sittard — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Iñigo Córdoba
assist: F. Jozefzoon
Match Statistics
Waalwijk had 52% possession against Fortuna Sittard's 48%. Waalwijk registered 18 shots (9 on target) while Fortuna Sittard managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 12–6.
Lineups
Waalwijk lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under J. Oosting, while Fortuna Sittard deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Julio Velázquez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Waalwijk is 6.51, compared to — for Fortuna Sittard. 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. Waalwijk's highest-rated starter is M. Kramer (6.51), while Fortuna Sittard's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Waalwijk have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by M. Kramer (1G). Fortuna Sittard's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Waalwijk deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Fortuna Sittard'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
Waalwijk field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Fortuna Sittard's 5 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
Waalwijk start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.51, compared to 1 for Fortuna Sittard 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 74% for Waalwijk and —% for Fortuna Sittard. 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
Waalwijk's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Fortuna Sittard. 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 Waalwijk's starting XI is 37.0 (youngest: M. Kramer (37), oldest: M. Kramer (37)), while Fortuna Sittard 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
Waalwijk's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for Fortuna Sittard. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: J. Oosting
Substitutes
Coach: Julio Velázquez
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Waalwijk have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Fortuna Sittard show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Waalwijk
Fortuna Sittard
Waalwijk vs Fortuna Sittard Head to Head Results
Waalwijk and Fortuna Sittard have met 14 times — Waalwijk won 3, Fortuna Sittard won 8, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Fortuna Sittard leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 40 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.86 per match (16 for the home side, 24 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (57%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (64%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Fortuna Sittard are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–0 in 2017.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (14)
API data: 15 Mar 2026