3 March 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: Utrecht
Away Record: Fortuna Sittard
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Fortuna Sittard defeated Utrecht 2:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by T. Douvikas 59′, K. Bistrović 68′, T. Noslin 87′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Utrecht had 54% possession while Fortuna Sittard held 46%. Utrecht had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for Fortuna Sittard. Utrecht made 4 substitutions, Fortuna Sittard made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Utrecht and Fortuna Sittard — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Yılmaz
Match Statistics
Utrecht had 54% possession against Fortuna Sittard's 46%. Utrecht registered 13 shots (5 on target) while Fortuna Sittard managed 9 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–1. Fouls committed: 3–10.
Lineups
Utrecht lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under M. Silberbauer, while Fortuna Sittard deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Julio Velázquez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Utrecht is 7.14, compared to 6.52 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. Utrecht's highest-rated starter is V. Barkas (7.22), while Fortuna Sittard's best-rated player is Ivo Pinto (6.52).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Utrecht have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by M. van der Hoorn (1G). Fortuna Sittard's starters account for 0 goals and 5 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
Utrecht deploy 4 defenders rated 7.07 on average, against Fortuna Sittard's 4-man backline averaging 6.52. 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
Utrecht field 3 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
Utrecht start 3 forward(s) averaging —, 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 75% for Utrecht and 74% 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
Utrecht's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 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 Utrecht's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: V. Barkas (31), oldest: M. van der Hoorn (33)), while Fortuna Sittard average 35.0 (youngest: Ivo Pinto (35), oldest: Ivo Pinto (35)). 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
Utrecht's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 26 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: M. Silberbauer
Substitutes
Coach: Julio Velázquez
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Utrecht have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Fortuna Sittard show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Utrecht vs Fortuna Sittard Head to Head Results
Utrecht and Fortuna Sittard have met 1 times — Utrecht won 0, Fortuna Sittard won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Fortuna Sittard leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026