Main prediction: Sparta Rotterdam to win the clash

Alternative tip: double chance PEC Zwolle

Other market: over 10.5 corners

The Eredivisie 2026/27 brings a clash the fans know well. Sparta Rotterdam and PEC Zwolle meet again this 04/09, at 19:00, at Het Kasteel (Spartastadion Het Kasteel). A match-up that always holds surprises.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Sparta Rotterdam have won 1 time(s). PEC Zwolle have won 1. Sparta Rotterdam are the favourites with a 46.73% chance according to the bookmakers.

Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle.

Prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle

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Overview Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle

Sparta Rotterdam are favourites, with a 46.73% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a PEC Zwolle B.V. win are at 3.9 and a draw at 9.

In the Netherlands League, Sparta Rotterdam have accumulated 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 7 goal(s) scored and 7 conceded. Milan Zonneveld leads the scoring chart with 2 goal(s). Meanwhile, PEC Zwolle have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 8 conceded, with Koen Kostons as top scorer with 2 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Sparta Rotterdam and PEC Zwolle

In 19 clashes, PEC Zwolle have the advantage over Sparta Rotterdam: 9 win(s) against 5 and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 08/03/2026, in the Eredivisie, the match score was: Sparta Rotterdam 1-1 PEC Zwolle.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

Check out all the predictions for the Eredivisie and see all the analysis before you bet.

Sparta Rotterdam: current form

Sparta Rotterdam are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.

See the numbers in the Dutch League 2026/27:

1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)

Performance: 1 point(s) per match

7 goals scored (1.75 per match)

Top scorer: Milan Zonneveld (2 goal(s))

PEC Zwolle: current form

Meanwhile, PEC Zwolle are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.

See their specific numbers in the Dutch League:

1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)

Performance: 0.75 point(s) per match

4 goals scored (1 per match)

Top scorer: Koen Kostons (2 goal(s))

Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle key players

In the Eredivisie, Milan Zonneveld carries Sparta Rotterdam B.V.'s attack with 2 goal(s).

The playmaker is Bas Kuipers, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Tobias Lauritsen has 12 goal(s).

On the other side, Koen Kostons is the name that frightens the most for The Blue-whites with 2 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.

In terms of playmaking, Dylan Mbayo leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Koen Kostons has accumulated 11 goal(s).

Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle statistics in the Eredivisie

Sparta Rotterdam have an average of 12.25 corners and 1.25 cards per match. Meanwhile, PEC Zwolle have 10.5 corners and 1.75 cards. See the numbers for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle in the table below.

Home Team

Sparta Rotterdam Team Logo

Sparta Rotterdam

Netherlands - Eredivisie

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L D W L L

0.8

Home D L L D L

0.4

Away L W L L D

0.8

Away Team

PEC Zwolle Team Logo

PEC Zwolle

Netherlands - Eredivisie

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W L L L

0.6

Home L L L W D

0.8

Away W L L L L

0.6

More tips for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle in the Eredivisie:

👉 Our prediction is: over 9.5 corners

Our top betting tip for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle is to take the over on 9.5 corner kicks. The statistics point to this being an open, free-flowing football match with plenty of opportunities for both teams to win and concede corners.

With odds of 1.57 on sports betting sites, don't overlook the good value to be had in the corners market.

👉 Our prediction is: Sparta Rotterdam win or draw

Our top betting tip is Sparta Rotterdam to win or draw on the Double Chance market. What that means is Sparta Rotterdam, the home team, must win or draw for the bet to win, and we feel strongly that the match will end in one of those two outcomes.

We simply don't see Sparta Rotterdam losing to PEC Zwolle. More than the gulf in quality between the two sides which is clear to see in the statistics, we also have a lot of belief in Sparta Rotterdam's ability to make home advantage count in this match.

Correct score prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle

The favoritism in the odds points to Sparta Rotterdam. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Sparta Rotterdam 1-0 PEC Zwolle. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle

Check out where to watch the live match between PEC Zwolle and Sparta Rotterdam:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Sparta Rotterdam and PEC Zwolle

The line-ups for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle in the Netherlands League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Sparta Rotterdam B.V. line-up

  • 1

    Filip Bednarek

    Goalkeeper

  • 2

    Lushendry Martes

    Defender

  • 3

    Marvin Young

    Defender

  • 4

    Bruno Martins Indi

    Defender

  • 5

    Bas Kuipers

    Defender

  • 6

    Julian Baas

    Midfielder

  • 7

    Robin van Cruijsen

    Midfielder

  • 8

    Jens Toornstra

    Midfielder

  • 9

    Milan Zonneveld

    Forward

  • 10

    Shunsuke Mito

    Midfielder

  • 11

    Mitchell van Bergen

    Forward

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

PEC Zwolle B.V. line-up

  • 1

    Jasper Schendelaar

    Goalkeeper

  • 2

    Sherel Floranus

    Defender

  • 3

    Olivier Aertssen

    Defender

  • 8

    Tobias Sommer

    Midfielder

  • 9

    Elias Sørensen

    Forward

  • 10

    Koen Kostons

    Forward

  • 11

    Dylan Mbayo

    Forward

  • 24

    Nick Viergever

    Defender

  • 25

    Thijs Oosting

    Midfielder

  • 28

    Simon Graves Jensen

    Defender

  • 30

    Ryan Thomas

    Midfielder

The PEC Zwolle starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle

Match: Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 04/09/2026

Time: 19:00 (Brasília time)

Venue: Het Kasteel (Spartastadion Het Kasteel)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published on 1 September 2026, at 20:09 Last updated on 4 September 2026, at 06:46
Author: Amauri Barbosa

Sports betting analyst with over 15 years of experience. At APWin, he writes football predictions, reviews bookmakers and explains the reasoning behind every bet.