Utrecht vs Sparta prediction and betting tips on May 14, 2025
Game Prediction
On matchday 33 of the Dutch Eredivisie, Utrecht will host Sparta on May 14, 2025. The home team still has a chance to climb to third place, but only if they secure a win over the guests from Rotterdam.
Our Prediction for Utrecht vs Sparta
The team from "Galgenwaard" managed to collect only 50 points last season. This result meant only seventh place, and in the subsequent play-off the final match against Go Ahead Eagles was won in extra time. Last season's visitors finished with 49 points and were defeated 3-1 in the first play-off encounter a year ago.
This season, Maurice Steijn’s side dropped in the standings. Even three consecutive wins in April didn’t allow them to break into the top half, especially after a draw with Ajax and a loss to Twente. Against modest Almere, however, they found relief with a 3-0 rout. Meanwhile, Ron Jans and his players have shown notable improvement, despite a dip in form in mid-winter. Last season, though, they suffered a painful setback against Twente, losing 0-2.
Aller and company score nearly twice per match, but also concede quite a bit—1.38 per game. The visitors from Rotterdam have a negative goal ratio—1.16 scored and 1.22 conceded per game.
Utrecht vs Sparta: Key Statistics and Trends
- Utrecht have won six of their last nine matches
- 63% of Utrecht's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 3.28 goals per match
- Sparta failed to win two of their last three matches
- 56% of Sparta's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 2.38 goals per match
Utrecht vs Sparta: Probable Starting Lineups
Utrecht (probable lineup): Barkas – El Karouani, Viergever, van der Hoorn, Hoormans – Aaronson, Engwanda-Onjena, Katlein, Fraulo, M. Rodriguez – Aller
Sparta (probable lineup): Olij – van Anholt, Eerdhuizen, Jans, Bakari – Kitolano, Zehiél, Mito, Hlínsson, van Bergen – Lauritsen
Previous Encounters: Utrecht vs Sparta
Utrecht have won four of the last five meetings, suffering a lone defeat—a victory for Sparta on the road a year ago.
Free Prediction for Utrecht vs Sparta
The ambitious hosts cannot afford a second setback in a row, and the opponent is favorable for them. We predict the home team will win (odds – 1.76).
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