Sparta Rotterdam vs Excelsior predictions, May 17, 2026

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As the Dutch Eredivisie clash approaches on May 17, 2026, Sparta Rotterdam will host their city rivals Excelsior at home. This matchup holds significant importance as both teams look to solidify their positions in the league.

Sparta Rotterdam comes into this fixture struggling for form, having failed to secure a victory in their last five matches. This sequence of results has placed them under pressure, as they seek to turn their fortunes around. Historically, Sparta has relied on a robust defensive setup, but their inability to convert chances into goals recently has been a critical issue that they will need to address.

Excelsior, on the other hand, shows a marked improvement with two wins in their last five matches. They have demonstrated a more dynamic attacking approach that has yielded some positive results, making them a formidable opponent in this derby. Their recent performances suggest an ability to capitalize on the vulnerabilities displayed by their local rivals.

Betting odds reflect a tight contest, with Sparta slightly favored at 1.97 for a home win versus Excelsior’s odds of 3.16. Our model gives a 50.9% probability of a home victory, underscoring the competitiveness of this matchup. As the teams take to the pitch, fans can expect an intense battle where tactical execution and momentum will play vital roles in determining the outcome.

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Sparta Rotterdam 47.4%

Draw 23.1%

Excelsior 29.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.99	4.15	3.19
	2.03	4.08	3.3	Watch and Bet
	1.95	3.8	3.1
	1.97	4.28	3.16

Latest Results

10.05.26 FC Twente – Sparta Rotterdam – 4:0 03.05.26 Sparta Rotterdam – Go Ahead Eagles – 2:2 22.04.26 SC Telstar – Sparta Rotterdam – 4:1 11.04.26 Sparta Rotterdam – PSV Eindhoven – 0:2 05.04.26 NAC Breda – Sparta Rotterdam – 0:0

10.05.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – FC Volendam – 1:1 02.05.26 FC Groningen – Excelsior Rotterdam – 2:3 26.04.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – FC Utrecht – 5:0 12.04.26 PEC Zwolle – Excelsior Rotterdam – 2:2 04.04.26 Excelsior Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 0:2

Facts

This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 10 and 14).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sparta Rotterdam won 4.

Sparta Rotterdam is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 0 wins).

In recent matches, Excelsior has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

Sparta Rotterdam may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Sparta Rotterdam might have a minor edge in this game.

In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Sparta Rotterdam won 6 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 27:26. (average 1.7:1.6).

Including home matches between the teams, Sparta Rotterdam won 2 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 11:10. (average 1.8:1.7).

Latest Head To Head

14.09.25 Excelsior Rotterdam – Sparta Rotterdam – 0:1 17.02.24 Sparta Rotterdam – Excelsior Rotterdam – 4:2 01.10.23 Excelsior Rotterdam – Sparta Rotterdam – 2:1 05.03.23 Excelsior Rotterdam – Sparta Rotterdam – 1:4 14.01.23 Sparta Rotterdam – Excelsior Rotterdam – 1:0

Standings

Draw

Relegation – Play Offs

1/8-finals

1	Roda	Waalwijk	1 : 2, 1 : 1
2	Bye	Willem II
3	Den Bosch	Almere City	0 : 3, 2 : 3
4	Bye	De Graafschap

Quarter-finals

1	Waalwijk	Willem II	1 : 1, 0 : 1
2	Almere City	De Graafschap	2 : 2, 3 : 1

Semi-finals

1

Willem II

Almere City

Final

1

TBD #1

Bye

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