15 December 2016 at 19:45
Match Summary
Sparta Rotterdam defeated Heracles 3:0. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2016. Goals were scored by Z. El Azzouzi 48′, Z. El Azzouzi 60′, Z. El Azzouzi 87′. Heracles made 2 substitutions, Sparta Rotterdam made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Heracles and Sparta Rotterdam — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Verhaar
assist: D. Dumfries
Lineups
Heracles lined up in a — formation under J. Stegeman, while Sparta Rotterdam deployed a — under A. Pastoor.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Heracles is 7.65, compared to — 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. Heracles's highest-rated starter is T. Bruns (8.20), while Sparta Rotterdam's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Heracles have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by M. te Wierik (1G). Sparta Rotterdam'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.
Midfield Control
Heracles field 11 midfielders averaging 7.65, versus Sparta Rotterdam's 11 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 79% for Heracles and —% 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Heracles's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: M. te Wierik (33), oldest: M. te Wierik (33)), while Sparta Rotterdam 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
Heracles's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Heracles have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Sparta Rotterdam show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Heracles vs Sparta Rotterdam Head to Head Results
Heracles and Sparta Rotterdam have met 17 times — Heracles won 4, Sparta Rotterdam won 6, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Sparta Rotterdam leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 17 meetings. A combined 45 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.65 per match (22 for the home side, 23 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (65%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (47%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2018.
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Recent Meetings (17)
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