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Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Saturday, 31 January, 2026 14:00
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10
Played
4
Wins
2
Draws
4
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.1
(11 total)
xG
1.40
(13.9 total)
Shots per Match
12.2
(122 total)
Shots on Target
4.5
(37% acc)
Corners
4.7
(47 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.8
per match
xGa
1.40
per match
Clean Sheets
3
(30%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.1
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(1 total)
Fouls
8
(80 total)
Offsides
1.4
(14 total)
10
Played
6
Wins
0
Draws
4
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.4
(14 total)
xG
1.40
(13.8 total)
Shots per Match
13.1
(131 total)
Shots on Target
4.6
(35% acc)
Corners
3.5
(35 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.6
per match
xGa
1.50
per match
Clean Sheets
5
(50%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.5
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(1 total)
Fouls
9.1
(91 total)
Offsides
0.5
(5 total)
20
Played
10
Wins
2
Draws
8
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.3
(25 total)
xG
1.40
(27.8 total)
Shots per Match
12.7
(253 total)
Shots on Target
4.6
(36% acc)
Corners
4.1
(82 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.7
per match
xGa
1.50
per match
Clean Sheets
8
(40%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.8
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(2 total)
Fouls
8.6
(171 total)
Offsides
1
(19 total)
10
Played
4
Wins
3
Draws
3
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.5
(15 total)
xG
1.70
(16.7 total)
Shots per Match
17.1
(171 total)
Shots on Target
5.5
(32% acc)
Corners
8.2
(82 total)
Defense
Conceded
0.9
per match
xGa
0.90
per match
Clean Sheets
4
(40%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.8
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(1 total)
Fouls
10.2
(102 total)
Offsides
1.7
(17 total)
10
Played
5
Wins
1
Draws
4
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.3
(13 total)
xG
1.60
(16.1 total)
Shots per Match
14.1
(141 total)
Shots on Target
6.6
(47% acc)
Corners
4.9
(49 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.5
per match
xGa
1.30
per match
Clean Sheets
3
(30%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.5
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(1 total)
Fouls
11.3
(113 total)
Offsides
1.4
(14 total)
20
Played
9
Wins
4
Draws
7
Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.4
(28 total)
xG
1.60
(32.8 total)
Shots per Match
15.6
(312 total)
Shots on Target
6.1
(39% acc)
Corners
6.6
(131 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.2
per match
xGa
1.10
per match
Clean Sheets
7
(35%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.7
avg
Red Cards
0.1
(2 total)
Fouls
10.8
(215 total)
Offsides
1.6
(31 total)
Probable Scores Heatmap
xG: 2.03 vs 2.30
0
1
2
3
4
5
0
0:0
1.51%
0:1
3.33%
0:2
3.69%
0:3
2.72%
0:4
1.51%
⭐
0:5
0.67%
⭐
1
1:0
2.93%
1:1
6.61%
1:2
7.46%
1:3
5.61%
⭐
1:4
3.16%
⭐
1:5
1.43%
⭐
2
2:0
2.85%
2:1
6.55%
2:2
7.54%
🔥
2:3
5.78%
⭐
2:4
3.32%
⭐
2:5
1.52%
⭐
3
3:0
1.84%
3:1
4.33%
3:2
5.07%
⭐
3:3
3.96%
⭐
3:4
2.32%
⭐
3:5
1.08%
⭐
4
4:0
0.9%
4:1
2.14%
⭐
4:2
2.56%
⭐
4:3
2.03%
⭐
4:4
1.21%
⭐
4:5
0.58%
⭐
5
5:0
0.35%
⭐
5:1
0.85%
⭐
5:2
1.03%
⭐
5:3
0.83%
⭐
5:4
0.51%
⭐
5:5
0.24%
Hotspot:
2:2 (7.5%)
Total Boundaries:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Probability Distribution by Total Goals
Most Probable
In this exciting Eredivisie 2025-2026 matchup, Sparta Rotterdam will take on Groningen as part of the 2025-2026 season in Eredivisie. This match is part of Matchweek 1 and will take place on 2026-01-31 at 2026-01-31 in the famous Sparta-Stadion Het Kasteel.
The referee for the game will be S. van der Eijk. Fans can expect an intense battle between the home team, Sparta Rotterdam, and the visiting side, Groningen. The scoreline predictions suggest Double chance : Sparta Rotterdam or draw.
Kickoff Details:
Date: 2026-01-31
Time: 20:00
Location: Sparta-Stadion Het Kasteel
Stay tuned to see how the teams perform in this crucial game!
Value Bets and Betting Odds Comparison for Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen Saturday, Jan 31st, 2026 at 14:00 Football
AI Value Bets
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🤖 AI Pattern Insights
Our model identified 2 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:
-
Dominant Chance Creation
Groningen create high-quality chances consistently (xG 1.5+) — strong attacking threat with quality service
-
Clean Match Expected
Both teams disciplined in recent matches — expect technical, fair-play football
Comprehensive betting trends for Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen, grouped by market type. Including recent form and head-to-head history.
🏆 Match Winner — Groningen @ 2.72 ⚠️ 
Groningen
- High xG PerformanceH2H3/3100%Groningen create many chances (xG 1.5+) in 3 of their last 3 Eredivisie matches
- High xG PerformanceRecent17/17100%Groningen create many chances (xG 1.5+) in 17 of their last 17 Eredivisie matches
Groningen demonstrate superior form across all key metrics.
⚽ Both Teams To Score — No @ 2.35 ⚠️ 
Head-to-Head(1 trends)
- BTTS NoH2H3/3100%At least one team failed to score in their last 3 Eredivisie matches
Sparta Rotterdam rarely concede (100% clean sheet rate)
🎯 Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Under 2.5 @ 2.12 ⚠️
Sparta Rotterdam(1 trends)
- Few GoalsRecent13/1776%Sparta Rotterdam scored 0-1 goals in 13 of their last 17 Eredivisie matches
Head-to-Head(1 trends)
- Under 2.5 GoalsH2H3/3100%Under 2.5 goals in 3 of their last 3 H2H matches (100.0%%)
Defensive solidity suggests lower-scoring match • Strong defensive records support Under 2.5
🛡️ Double Chance — Sparta Rotterdam Win or Draw @ 1.50 ⚠️ 
🟨 Cards Over/Under
Head-to-Head(1 trends)
- Low Card MatchesH2H%Average 3.0 cards per match in their last 3 H2H matches
Both teams disciplined -
🚩 Corners Over/Under — Under 9.5 Corners @ 2.06 ⚠️ 
Sparta Rotterdam(1 trends) — avg 4.2 (-18% below league)
- Few CornersLeague9/983%Sparta Rotterdam average 4.2 corners/match at home (-18% below league avg 5.1)
Low corner activity in recent matches - Under 9.5 Corners @ 2.06
🎯 Betting Analysis
Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen
🔮 Main Prediction by Periods
💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the away team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.
⚔️ Team Comparison
🏠 Sparta Rotterdam
Early Strength
Weak
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.29
Pressure
0.07
✈️ Groningen
Early Strength
Weak
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.24
Pressure
0.11
⏰ Match Periods Analysis
📊 Periods Explanation:
Fast Start (0-15 min): Who starts the match better and scores in the first 15 minutes.
First Half (0-45 min): Overall team effectiveness in the first half.
Second Half (46-90 min): How teams play after the break.
Final Stage (76-90 min): Who is stronger in the final minutes of the match.
🏠 Sparta Rotterdam - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
3
Avg. Goals per Match
0.15
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
10
Avg. Goals per Match
0.5
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
5
Avg. Goals per Match
0.25
✈️ Groningen - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
3
Avg. Goals per Match
0.15
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
12
Avg. Goals per Match
0.6
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
7
Avg. Goals per Match
0.35
🏆 Detailed Team Analysis
🏠 Sparta Rotterdam - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
8
Comeback Goals
5
Negative Sequences
2
Killer Goals
6
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
3
Late Pressure
5
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
3
Half-time Spurts
7
Second Half Starts
4
Late Surges
5
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
3
Late Conceded
8
✈️ Groningen - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
3
Comeback Goals
6
Negative Sequences
0
Killer Goals
5
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
3
Late Pressure
7
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
3
Half-time Spurts
6
Second Half Starts
5
Late Surges
7
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
5
Late Conceded
4
💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods
- Overall Result: Groningen has an advantage in the match
- Away Handicap: Consider Groningen handicap
- Total Goals: Analyze team goal statistics
- Both Teams to Score: Consider defensive qualities of teams
📊 Factor Breakdown
💡 Factor Explanations:
Momentum: Team's ability to maintain and develop success. Shows how the team reacts to scored and conceded goals.
Pressure: Team's ability to create dangerous moments and score in important match moments.
Timing: Team's ability to score in specific periods of the match (start, end of half, etc.).
Defense: Defensive reliability in different periods of the match.
Momentum (Advantage)
Home +0.051
Pressure (Advantage)
Away +0.042
Timing (Advantage)
Away +0.005 (minimal)
Defense (Advantage)
Away +0
📝 Detailed Summary
🏠 Home Team Analysis (Sparta Rotterdam):
Momentum: Very strong - team excellently maintains success and often scores in response. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.
✈️ Away Team Analysis (Groningen):
Momentum: Very strong - team excellently maintains success and often scores in response. Pressure: Moderate - team periodically creates danger. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.
🎯 Final Betting Recommendations:
Teams are approximately equal in strength across all periods. Consider bets on draw, low total goals, or exact score.
Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen Head-to-head statistics for Sat 31 Jan, 2026 @ 14:00 Eredivisie
Team comparison
Prediction
Draw or Groningen
Goals Home:
-2.5*
Goals Away:
+1.5*
* -1.5 means that there will be a maximum of 1.5 goals in the fixture, i.e : 1 goal
Who Will Win
Sparta Rotterdam
VS
Groningen
Last 3 Head-to-Head Matches
2
Wins
0
Draws
1
Wins
Attack
Goals Scored
1 (3)
0.3 (1)
xG
0.80
1.20
Shots
9 (27)
9 (27)
Shots on Target
2.7 (8)
2.3 (7)
Corners
4.3 (13)
4.3 (13)
Defense
Conceded
0.3 (1)
1 (3)
xGa
1.20
0.80
Clean Sheets
2 (67%)
1 (33%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.3 (4)
1.7 (5)
Fouls
8.3 (25)
10.7 (32)
Offsides
2.3 (7)
0.7 (2)
Last 6 Matches
Sparta Rotterdam
VS
Groningen
5/6 (83%)
Victories
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Draws
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Defeats
1/6 (17%)
2.50
PPG
1.83
1.50
Avg Goals Scored
1.50
1.00
Avg Goals Conceded
0.50
17%
BTTS %
33%
17%
Over 2.5 Goals Scored %
17%
1.70
Avg xG
2.04
Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen: Pre-match Stats Comparison
This section provides average statistics and percentages on the main markets for the last 10 matches of both teams ℹ️
Home/Away: Shows home matches for Sparta Rotterdam and away matches for Groningen
Number of goals
Sparta Rotterdam
Under
Over
Groningen
Under
Over
0.5
30%
3
70%
7
30%
3
70%
7
1.5
80%
8
20%
2
60%
6
40%
4
2.5
90%
9
10%
1
90%
9
10%
1
3.5
90%
9
10%
1
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
Yes
30%
3
40%
4
No
70%
7
60%
6
1X2
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
1
50%
5
30%
3
X
10%
1
40%
4
2
40%
4
30%
3
Double Chance
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
12
90%
9
60%
6
1X
60%
6
70%
7
X2
50%
5
70%
7
Total Goals
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
0-1
50%
5
10%
1
2-3
30%
3
80%
8
4+
20%
2
10%
1
Total Corners
Sparta Rotterdam
Under
Over
Groningen
Under
Over
7.5
90%
9
10%
1
60%
6
40%
4
8.5
90%
9
10%
1
70%
7
30%
3
9.5
100%
10
0%
0
70%
7
30%
3
10.5
100%
10
0%
0
70%
7
30%
3
Clean Sheet
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
Yes
40%
4
40%
4
No
60%
6
60%
6
1X2 HT - FT
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
HT 1 - FT 1
40%
4
10%
1
HT 1 - FT 2
0%
0
0%
0
HT 1 - FT X
10%
1
0%
0
HT 2 - FT 1
0%
0
0%
0
HT 2 - FT 2
30%
3
20%
2
HT 2 - FT X
0%
0
10%
1
HT X - FT 1
10%
1
20%
2
HT X - FT 2
10%
1
10%
1
HT X - FT X
0%
0
30%
3
xG(xGa)
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
xG
1.43
1.98
xGa
1.36
1.03
Number of goals
Sparta Rotterdam
Under
Over
Groningen
Under
Over
0.5
50%
5
50%
5
70%
7
30%
3
1.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
2.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
Yes
0%
0
20%
2
No
100%
10
80%
8
1X2
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
1
50%
5
10%
1
X
20%
2
60%
6
2
30%
3
30%
3
Double Chance
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
12
80%
8
40%
4
1X
70%
7
70%
7
X2
50%
5
90%
9
Total Goals
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
0-1
90%
9
80%
8
2-3
10%
1
20%
2
4+
0%
0
0%
0
Clean Sheet
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
Yes
70%
7
60%
6
No
30%
3
40%
4
Number of goals
Sparta Rotterdam
Under
Over
Groningen
Under
Over
0.5
60%
6
40%
4
40%
4
60%
6
1.5
90%
9
10%
1
70%
7
30%
3
2.5
90%
9
10%
1
100%
10
0%
0
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
Yes
20%
2
20%
2
No
80%
8
80%
8
1X2
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
1
20%
2
40%
4
X
50%
5
40%
4
2
30%
3
20%
2
Double Chance
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
12
50%
5
60%
6
1X
70%
7
80%
8
X2
80%
8
60%
6
Total Goals
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
0-1
70%
7
40%
4
2-3
20%
2
60%
6
4+
10%
1
0%
0
Clean Sheet
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
Yes
50%
5
60%
6
No
50%
5
40%
4
1.62
xG
2.14
48%
Ball Possession
52%
13
Total Shots
14
5
Shots on Goal
6
8
Shots Off Goal
8
5
Corners
5
1
Yellow Cards
2
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