Match Details
The match between Heracles and Sparta Rotterdam is scheduled to take place on December 2, 2023, at the Erve Asito stadium. It will be a Eredivisie regular season match. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Team – Winner: 2.61, Draw: 3.70, Away Team – Winner: 2.50.
Head-to-Head Comparison
In their previous encounters, Sparta Rotterdam has had the upper hand against Heracles. They have won three out of their last six matches against each other, with one draw and two victories for Heracles. These matches have been relatively high-scoring affairs, with both teams finding the back of the net regularly.
Team Form: Heracles
Heracles has had a challenging run of form recently, winning only one out of their last six matches in all competitions. Their defensive frailties have been exposed during this period, conceding a total of 17 goals while scoring just eight themselves.
In the Eredivisie, Heracles currently sits in 10th position with 15 points from 13 matches played. At home, they have been slightly more successful with three wins from six matches.
Their most recent match was an impressive away victory against Almere City FC where they won convincingly by a scoreline of 5-0.
Team Form: Sparta Rotterdam
Sparta Rotterdam has had mixed results in their recent outings. They have won three out of their last six matches and lost two while drawing one game. In away matches specifically, they have secured three wins from six games played.
Currently positioned seventh in the Eredivisie standings with 18 points from thirteen games played so far this season.
In their most recent fixture against Utrecht, Sparta Rotterdam suffered a narrow defeat with a scoreline of 1-2.
Key Players
For Heracles, Emil Hansson has been in fine form recently, scoring four goals and providing two assists in his last 14 matches. His attacking prowess will be crucial for Heracles’ chances in this match.
On the other hand, Sparta Rotterdam’s Tobias Lauritsen has also been impressive with three goals and four assists in his 13 appearances. He will be looking to make an impact against Heracles and contribute to his team’s success.
Statistical Insights
Looking at the recent performances of both teams, it is clear that there have been defensive vulnerabilities on both sides. Heracles has conceded an average of over two goals per game in their last six matches, while Sparta Rotterdam has also struggled defensively at times.
However, when it comes to goal-scoring ability, both teams have shown promise. Heracles has scored an average of 1.33 goals per game in their last six outings, while Sparta Rotterdam has managed an average of 1.67 goals per game during the same period.
Considering these statistics and the recent form of both teams, we can expect an entertaining and potentially high-scoring match between Heracles and Sparta Rotterdam.
Prediction: Heracles 2 – 3 Sparta Rotterdam
Based on the analysis above, it is predicted that Sparta Rotterdam will come out on top with a narrow victory against Heracles. Given their recent form and offensive firepower, they are likely to exploit the defensive vulnerabilities of their opponents and secure all three points.
