FC Groningen vs Sparta Rotterdam Football Stats

📍 Eredivisie, Netherlands
🕒 Sunday 19th October, 13:30 BST

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Our Prediction

Over 2.5 Goals

FC Groningen sit 5th in the table after 6 games, averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per home match this season. Sparta Rotterdam are 11th after 6 games, averaging 1.1 scored and 2.2 conceded on the road. FC Groningen have won 4/10 home games (40%) this season; Sparta Rotterdam have won 3/10 on the road (30%). There's no dominant edge either way.

Goals look likely from both ends. FC Groningen have seen 3+ goals in 80% of home fixtures this season (8/10), and Sparta Rotterdam in 70% of away games (7/10). FC Groningen average 1.6 scored and 1.1 conceded at home; Sparta Rotterdam 1.1 and 2.2 on the road.

FC Groningen frequently see both teams score at home (60%, 6/10). Sparta Rotterdam are lower on the road (50%, 5/10) — they've scored in 70% of away games this season, which is the key variable.

High corner counts are a feature of both teams' games this season — FC Groningen have seen 10+ corners in 80% of home fixtures (8/10), Sparta Rotterdam in 70% away (7/10). Over 9.5 Corners looks well supported.

Our Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals — FC Groningen have seen 3+ goals in 80% of home games, Sparta Rotterdam in 70% of away games. The numbers suggest an open, high-scoring fixture.

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League Table

The full Eredivisie table for the 2025/2026 season, with FC Groningen (5th) and Sparta Rotterdam (11th) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.

Eredivisie 2025/2026

# Team P W D L Goals GD Pts
1 PSV 34 27 3 4 101:45 +56 84
2 Feyenoord 34 19 8 7 70:44 +26 65
3 Ajax 36 15 15 6 65:42 +23 60
4 NEC Nijmegen 34 16 11 7 77:53 +24 59
5 FC Twente 34 15 13 6 59:40 +19 58
6 FC Utrecht 36 16 9 11 59:45 +14 57
7 AZ 34 14 10 10 58:51 +7 52
8 SC Heerenveen 35 14 9 12 59:56 +3 51
9 FC Groningen H 35 14 6 15 49:47 +2 48
10 Sparta Rotterdam A 34 12 7 15 40:62 -22 43
11 Fortuna Sittard 34 11 6 17 49:63 -14 39
12 Excelsior 34 10 8 16 43:56 -13 38
13 Go Ahead Eagles 34 8 14 12 54:53 +1 38
14 Telstar 34 9 10 15 49:55 -6 37
15 PEC Zwolle 34 9 10 15 44:71 -27 37
16 FC Volendam 34 8 8 18 35:55 -20 32
17 NAC Breda 34 6 11 17 35:58 -23 29
18 Heracles Almelo 34 5 4 25 35:85 -50 19

Team Form

Sparta Rotterdam have lost 50% of their away matches this season, while FC Groningen have been more solid at home (40% losses). The home side may find it easier to impose themselves.

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Won 4 (40%) 3 (30%)
Drawn 2 (20%) 2 (20%)
Lost 4 (40%) 5 (50%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

FC Groningen frequently see both teams score at home (60%), while Sparta Rotterdam are less consistent on the road (50%). The home side are likely to score, but a reply from the visitors is less certain.

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) 6 (60%) 5 (50%)

Match Goals

Over 2.5 Goals has landed in 80% of FC Groningen's home games and 70% of Sparta Rotterdam's away games this season. Both sides have consistently featured in high-scoring matches.

Over Goals

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals 8 (80%) 9 (90%)
Over 1.5 Goals 8 (80%) 7 (70%)
Over 2.5 Goals 8 (80%) 7 (70%)
Over 3.5 Goals 2 (20%) 6 (60%)

Under Goals

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Under 0.5 Goals 2 (20%) 1 (10%)
Under 1.5 Goals 2 (20%) 3 (30%)
Under 2.5 Goals 2 (20%) 3 (30%)
Under 3.5 Goals 8 (80%) 4 (40%)

Team Goals

FC Groningen have scored 2+ goals in 30% of home games this season, Sparta Rotterdam in 10% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.

Goals Scored

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 8 (80%) 7 (70%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 5 (50%) 2 (20%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 3 (30%) 1 (10%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 0 (0%) 1 (10%)

Goals Conceded

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 6 (60%) 7 (70%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 4 (40%) 7 (70%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 1 (10%) 5 (50%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 3 (30%)

Goal Totals

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Total Goals Scored 16 (1.6 avg) 11 (1.1 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 11 (1.1 avg) 22 (2.2 avg)

Match Corners

Both FC Groningen (90% Over 8.5 at home) and Sparta Rotterdam (90% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches. Expect plenty of set-piece opportunities from both sides.

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 7.5 Corners 9 (90%) 10 (100%)
Over 8.5 Corners 9 (90%) 9 (90%)
Over 9.5 Corners 8 (80%) 7 (70%)
Over 10.5 Corners 7 (70%) 6 (60%)
Over 11.5 Corners 6 (60%) 3 (30%)
Over 12.5 Corners 6 (60%) 3 (30%)

Team Corners

FC Groningen have moderate corner counts at home (6+ corners in 30% of games), and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 50% of home matches.

Sparta Rotterdam have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 30% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 40% of away matches.

Corners Won

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners For 7 (70%) 5 (50%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 5 (50%) 4 (40%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 3 (30%) 3 (30%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 3 (30%) 2 (20%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 2 (20%) 1 (10%)

Corners Conceded

FC Groningen (Home Form) Sparta Rotterdam (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners Against 7 (70%) 8 (80%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 6 (60%) 6 (60%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 5 (50%) 4 (40%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 1 (10%) 4 (40%)

Head 2 Head

The head-to-head record below shows previous results between FC Groningen and Sparta Rotterdam. Historical meetings can reveal patterns in how these sides match up — use this alongside the current form and stats above for a fuller picture before placing a bet.

2nd Feb, 2025
Sparta Rotterdam
1 – 0 HT: 0-0
FC Groningen
Corners 4–2 Cards 0–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
9th Nov, 2024
FC Groningen
1 – 0 HT: 1-0
Sparta Rotterdam
Corners 4–5 Cards 1–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
28th May, 2023
FC Groningen
0 – 5 HT: 0-1
Sparta Rotterdam
Corners 2–5 Cards 2–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
17th Sep, 2022
Sparta Rotterdam
2 – 1 HT: 0-0
FC Groningen
Corners 5–1 Cards 0–3 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
7th May, 2022
FC Groningen
1 – 2 HT: 0-1
Sparta Rotterdam
Corners 8–2 Cards 1–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
17th Oct, 2021
Sparta Rotterdam
1 – 1 HT: 1-1
FC Groningen
Corners 5–5 Cards 4–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
2nd May, 2021
FC Groningen
1 – 2 HT: 0-1
Sparta Rotterdam
Corners 2–5 Cards 1–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
19th Dec, 2020
Sparta Rotterdam
2 – 3 HT: 1-1
FC Groningen
Corners 8–6 Cards 1–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
16th Feb, 2020
Sparta Rotterdam
1 – 2 HT: 0-2
FC Groningen
Corners 5–6 Cards 2–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
20th Oct, 2019
FC Groningen
2 – 0 HT: 0-0
Sparta Rotterdam
Corners 4–5 Cards 0–4 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for FC Groningen vs Sparta Rotterdam across a range of markets — full time result, both teams to score, total goals, corners, and first half goals. Odds are sourced from leading bookmakers and are subject to change — always check with your bookmaker before placing a bet.

Full Time Result

FC Groningen 1.78
Draw 3.95
Sparta Rotterdam 4.52

Half Time Result

FC Groningen 2.4
Draw 2.22
Sparta Rotterdam 4.87

Double Chance

FC Groningen or Draw 1.22
FC Groningen or Sparta Rotterdam 1.28
Draw or Sparta Rotterdam 2.12

Both Teams to Score

Yes 1.68
No 2.26

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.23
Over 2.5 1.76
Over 3.5 2.86
Under 1.5 4.42
Under 2.5 2.15
Under 3.5 1.45

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.29
Over 1.5 2.64

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.22
Over 9.5 1.51
Over 10.5 1.93
Over 11.5 2.16

FC Groningen Goals

Over 0.5 1.11
Over 1.5 1.77

Sparta Rotterdam Goals

Over 0.5 1.46
Over 1.5 3.05

Today's Football Acca

Statistical picks combined into a daily accumulator. Each selection backed by match data and recent form analysis.

⚽ Today's Over 2.5 Goals Acca
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    90% combined
  • PR Surf vs Ponce 01:30 BST | Liga Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico PR Surf have seen over 2.5 goals in 13/18 home matches this season · Ponce have seen over 2.5 goals in 16/18 away matches this season · Odds: 1.36
    80% combined
  • SønderjyskE U19 vs Nordsjaelland U19 15:00 BST | U19 League, Denmark SønderjyskE U19 have seen over 2.5 goals in 11/12 home matches this season · Nordsjaelland U19 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/12 away matches this season · Odds: 1.28
    79% combined
  • Kyzyl-Zhar vs Zhetysu 12:00 BST | Premier League, Kazakhstan Kyzyl-Zhar have seen over 2.5 goals in 5/6 home matches this season · Zhetysu have seen over 2.5 goals in 4/6 away matches this season · Odds: 2.37
    75% combined
Acca odds (approx) 5.03
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FC Groningen vs Sparta Rotterdam Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for FC Groningen vs Sparta Rotterdam?

Over 2.5 Goals — FC Groningen have seen 3+ goals in 80% of home games, Sparta Rotterdam in 70% of away games. The numbers suggest an open, high-scoring fixture.

Which team is likely to win, FC Groningen or Sparta Rotterdam?

FC Groningen have a slight form edge at home (40% wins) over Sparta Rotterdam on the road (30% wins) in Eredivisie. Home advantage could be the deciding factor.

Will both teams score in the match between FC Groningen and Sparta Rotterdam?

Mixed — FC Groningen have seen BTTS in 60% of home games, Sparta Rotterdam in 50% of away games. The stats don't strongly point either way for this Eredivisie fixture.

Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between FC Groningen and Sparta Rotterdam?

Yes, likely — Over 2.5 Goals has landed in 80% of FC Groningen's home games and 70% of Sparta Rotterdam's away games in Eredivisie. Both sides consistently feature in high-scoring matches.

Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: FC Groningen or Sparta Rotterdam?

FC Groningen have the stronger scoring record — 2+ goals in 30% of home games compared to Sparta Rotterdam's 10% away. The home side look the more likely to score multiple times.

Will there be many corners in the match between FC Groningen and Sparta Rotterdam?

Yes — both FC Groningen (90% Over 8.5 at home) and Sparta Rotterdam (90% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches in Eredivisie. Plenty of set-piece opportunities expected.

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