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As Sparta Rotterdam prepares to host NEC Nijmegen on February 15, 2026, the clash in the Dutch Eredivisie promises to be an intriguing matchup. Sparta has been in formidable form, securing victories in four of their last five matches, showcasing their tactical resilience and effective counter-attacking play. Their strong home support could provide a crucial advantage as they aim to capitalize on their defensive solidity while pushing for goals.
In contrast, NEC Nijmegen enters this fixture on a high, having won all of their last five matches. This run of form highlights their attacking prowess and ability to control games, which could pose a significant challenge for Sparta. With NEC ranked among the league’s top performers, their quick transitions and pressing game might overwhelm the hosts if they can maintain their current rhythm.
The bookmakers have set the odds at 3.02 for Sparta’s victory and 2.13 for an NEC win, indicating a slightly favorable sentiment towards the away side. Our model predicts a 30.4% chance of a home win, a 25.5% chance of a draw, and a 44% probability of an NEC victory, with a projected final score of 1:1. Given the competitive stakes and recent performances, this match is poised for unpredictability, making it key for both teams’ ambitions.
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| Sparta Rotterdam 30.4% |
Draw 25.7% |
Nijmegen 43.9% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3.05 | 3.7 | 2.18 | |
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3.15 | 3.73 | 2.19 | |
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3 | 3.4 | 2.1 | |
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3.09 | 3.78 | 2.12 | |
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3.14 | 3.5 | 2.05 |
Latest Results
| 07.02.26 Fortuna Sittard – Sparta Rotterdam – 2:2 31.01.26 Sparta Rotterdam – FC Groningen – 2:0 25.01.26 FC Utrecht – Sparta Rotterdam – 0:1 18.01.26 Feyenoord – Sparta Rotterdam – 3:4 15.01.26 Sparta Rotterdam – FC Volendam – 1:2 |
07.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – Heracles Almelo – 4:1 04.02.26 NEC Nijmegen – FC Volendam – 1:0 31.01.26 AZ Alkmaar – NEC Nijmegen – 1:3 24.01.26 NEC Nijmegen – PEC Zwolle – 2:1 20.01.26 De Treffers – NEC Nijmegen – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 29.11.25 NEC Nijmegen – Sparta Rotterdam – 3:1 06.04.25 Sparta Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 2:0 15.12.24 NEC Nijmegen – Sparta Rotterdam – 1:1 24.02.24 NEC Nijmegen – Sparta Rotterdam – 2:0 01.09.23 Sparta Rotterdam – NEC Nijmegen – 1:1 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | PSV | 22 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 66:26 | 40 | 59 |
| 2 | Feyenoord | 22 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 52:32 | 20 | 42 |
| 3 | Nijmegen | 21 | 12 | 5 | 4 | 56:35 | 21 | 41 |
| 4 | Ajax | 22 | 10 | 9 | 3 | 42:29 | 13 | 39 |
| 5 | Sparta Rotterdam | 22 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 29:36 | -7 | 36 |
| 6 | Twente | 22 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 36:24 | 12 | 34 |
| 7 | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 37:36 | 1 | 33 |
| 8 | Groningen | 22 | 9 | 4 | 9 | 29:28 | 1 | 31 |
| 9 | Sittard | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 33:38 | -5 | 26 |
| 10 | Excelsior | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 24:37 | -13 | 26 |
| 11 | Zwolle | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 31:45 | -14 | 26 |
| 12 | Heerenveen | 21 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 32:36 | -4 | 25 |
| 13 | Utrecht | 21 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 30:28 | 2 | 24 |
| 14 | G.A. Eagles | 21 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 32:35 | -3 | 23 |
| 15 | FC Volendam | 22 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 24:37 | -13 | 21 |
| 16 | Telstar | 22 | 3 | 8 | 11 | 26:38 | -12 | 17 |
| 17 | Heracles | 22 | 5 | 2 | 15 | 31:57 | -26 | 17 |
| 18 | NAC Breda | 22 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 23:36 | -13 | 16 |
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