PEC Zwolle
Football Netherlands - Eredivisie Mac3Park Stadion Sat 8 Nov 15:00
Sparta Rotterdam
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Eredivisie Betting Preview: PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam

PEC Zwolle take on Sparta Rotterdam at Mac3Park Stadion, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Saturday 8 November. Our betting preview features expert Dutch Eredivisie predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

A High-Scoring Game On the Cards?

PEC and Sparta should be able to score at least three goals. For this reason, we’re betting on the Total Goals market and selecting Over 2.5 at -154 which will give us a nice payout if the selection wins.

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Previous H2H Encounter Ended 1-1

PEC Zwolle were defeated on the road in their last game. Heracles won 8-2 at Asito Stadion. Henry van der Vegt's team had 43% of possession and four shots on target, with Kaj de Rooij grabbing the goals.

Sparta Rotterdam were beaten in their previous game, losing 1-0 at home to AZ Alkmaar at Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel. Sparta had 42% possession and totalled three shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

PEC are unbeaten in the past three games against Sparta, with the last clash ending in a 1-1 draw at Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel. The previous 9 H2H meetings have led to three wins each and three draws.

Eredivisie G W D L GF GA GD GD P
6 Sp. Rotterdam logo Sp. Rotterdam 20 10 2 8 25 34 -9 25:34 32
12 PEC Zwolle logo PEC Zwolle 20 6 5 9 26 42 -16 26:42 23
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PEC Zwolle – Last 10 League Games

PEC have 1 win, 6 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 3.0 shots on goal and 8.2 attempts. PEC have averaged 42.3% possession, 363.2 passes and 2.4 corners per match, with their opponents getting 2.7 goals from 6.7 shots on goal, 16.4 attempts and 5.4 corners.

Top goalscorer Koen Kostons has found the net 6 times, with Kaj de Rooij and Jamiro Monteiro scoring 4 and 2 respectively. Koen Kostons and Kaj de Rooij are top assists makers with 3, while goalkeeper Tom de Graaff has kept one clean sheet.

Sparta Rotterdam – Last 10 League Games

Sparta have won 5, lost 4 and drawn 1, averaging 4.2 shots on goal, 11.9 attempts and 1.3 goals. Maurice Steijn's side average 42.1% possession, 352.3 passes, 3.6 corners taken and 7.3 corners against them, while 1.7 goals have been conceded from 16.7 attempts and 6.4 shots on goal.

Tobias Lauritsen got 6 goals, Joshua Kitolano notched 2, while Patrick van Aanholt and two other players scored 1. Patrick van Aanholt has had 3 assists, with Joel Drommel notching 4 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

PEC Zwolle confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Tom de Graaff (GK), Olivier Aertssen, Simon Graves, Anselmo Garcia MacNulty, Sherel Floranus, Ryan Thomas, Jamiro Monteiro, Shola Shoretire, Thijs Oosting, Kaj de Rooij, Koen Kostons.

Sparta Rotterdam confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Joel Drommel (GK), Shurandy Sambo, Marvin Young, Bruno Martins Indi, Teo Quintero, Joshua Kitolano, Jonathan de Guzman, Mitchell van Bergen, Lance Duijvestijn, Ayoub Oufkir, Tobias Lauritsen.

PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the key PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best corners pick, correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

There’s a strong argument for backing Over 2.5 Goals at attractive odds of -154 based on the information to hand. We’re expecting at least three goals to be scored in this Eredivisie clash.

The formbook always proves to be helpful when it comes to providing football betting tips. The latest Eredivisie team news is also vital, with the stats helping to shape our opinion too.

Key PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam league stats:

  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 6 PEC games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 PEC games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 11 of the last 20 PEC games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Sparta games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Sparta games on the road.
Over 2.5 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 60.6% likelihood of our pick winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 70%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

PEC PEC logo 2 - 1 Sparta logo Sparta

We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves PEC winning 2-1. Odds of +800 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Kaj de Rooij Under 0.5 Shots On Target -119 BetMGM logo

Kaj de Rooij (PEC) hasn’t registered a shot on goal in eight of the past nine Eredivisie matches on home soil. There’s plenty of evidence that he will go under the line and you can secure odds of -119 for this Shots on Target bet.

Latest Kaj de Rooij Player Prop Odds

Jamiro Monteiro to Score +480 BetMGM logo

Jamiro Monteiro (PEC) has registered two goals in his past four Eredivisie games. We think this is the pick of the player props, with a generous +480 available when it comes to backing him to score at any time.

Latest Jamiro Monteiro Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

PEC Under 4.5 Corners -106 BetMGM logo

In six consecutive home games, PEC Zwolle have fallen short of 4.5 corners. We advise betting on the -106 that PEC won’t cover the line, with this Team Corners pick hopefully providing a return.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
PEC Logo PEC
Total
7.80 2.40 5.40
Home
8.70 4.30 4.40
Away
7.50 2.80 4.70
Sparta Logo Sparta
Total
10.90 3.60 7.30
Home
9.40 3.70 5.70
Away
10.90 3.40 7.50
Latest Corner Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Over 2.5 -154
Asian Handicap PEC -0.25 +120
Team Corners PEC Under 4.5 -106

Our same-game multi is compiled of the following: Over 2.5, PEC Zwolle to cover the -0.25 Asian Handicap as well as PEC Zwolle to finish with under 4.5 corners.

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PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Latest Betting Odds Suggest a Close Encounter

The bookies have chalked up the draw at +255 on the 1x2 betting, with PEC Zwolle available to bet at odds of +155. Sparta Rotterdam are +160 to claim victory in this Eredivisie encounter.

If PEC and Sparta play out a draw, then an Asian Handicap -0.25 on the former means a half stake refund. However, a victory for the favourites would mean a full payout at +120.

If you’re looking to bet on more than two goals, then Over 2.5 has the lowest price. If you think both sides will find the net, then you can back the Yes option on the Both Teams to Score market at -189.

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Koen Kostons Top of First Goalscorer List

Those interested in favourite Koen Kostons to find the net first are able to get +390. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is +143.

Player Goals
Koen Kostons (PEC)
First
+143
Anytime
+390
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Tobias Lauritsen (Sparta)
First
+155
Anytime
+410
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Kaj de Rooij (PEC)
First
+255
Anytime
+700
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Ayoub Oufkir (Sparta)
First
+265
Anytime
+600
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Player Shots On Target
Tobias Lauritsen (Sparta)
Over 0.5
-263
Under 0.5
+145
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Ayoub Oufkir (Sparta)
Over 0.5
-143
Under 0.5
-118
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Sayfallah Ltaief (Sparta)
Over 0.5
-120
Under 0.5
-141
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Player Shots
Koen Kostons (PEC)
Over 3.5
+125
Under 3.5
-
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Tobias Lauritsen (Sparta)
Over 2.5
-135
Under 2.5
-
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Kaj de Rooij (PEC)
Over 2.5
+140
Under 2.5
-
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Jan Faberski (PEC)
Over 2.5
+148
Under 2.5
-
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Mac3Park Stadion
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PEC Looking to Turn a Corner on Home Soil

PEC are winless in the last four games at Mac3Park Stadion. Henry van der Vegt's team have finished with four defeats, three wins and three draws in the past 10 home matches, netting an average of 0.90 goals per game and conceding 1.30.

Sparta have secured five wins, three draws and two defeats in the last 10 away matches, scoring an average of 1.60 goals per game and conceding 1.20.

PEC beat Sparta 1-0 when the teams last met at Mac3Park Stadion. The past 5 H2H meetings at Mac3Park Stadion have resulted in two PEC victories and one Sparta win. There have also been two draws.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
PEC Zwolle logo PEC Zwolle Home Stats 3-3-4 2.20 0.90 1.30 2 8 3 7
Sparta Rotterdam logo Sparta Rotterdam Away Stats 5-3-2 2.80 1.60 1.20 5 5 4 6
  • W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
  • G = Avg. Goals
  • GF = Avg. Goals For
  • GA = Avg. Goals Against
  • O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
  • U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
  • B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
  • B-No = Matches BTTS No
Team Stats
PEC Zwolle logo PEC Zwolle League Stats
Sparta Rotterdam logo Sparta Rotterdam League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam Lineups & Team News

The latest PEC Zwolle vs Sparta Rotterdam team news could impact your bets — review it first. Expect the predicted and confirmed Eredivisie lineups along with timely injury updates.

PEC Zwolle Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Sparta Rotterdam Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

PEC Zwolle Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

16 Tom de Graaff
3 Olivier Aertssen 28 Simon Graves 4 A. Garcia MacNulty 2 Sherel Floranus
30 Ryan Thomas 35 Jamiro Monteiro
7 Shola Shoretire 25 Thijs Oosting 22 Kaj de Rooij
10 Koen Kostons
1 Joel Drommel
2 Shurandy Sambo 3 Marvin Young 4 Bruno Martins Indi 5 Teo Quintero
8 Joshua Kitolano 6 Jonathan de Guzman
7 Mitchell van Bergen 10 Lance Duijvestijn 11 Ayoub Oufkir
9 Tobias Lauritsen

Sparta Rotterdam Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

PEC Zwolle Substitutes

  • 11Dylan Mbayo
  • 19Jan Faberski
  • 26J. Pereira da
  • 29Thomas Buitink
  • 40Nick Dobben
  • 41Duke Verduin
  • 42Dylan Ruward
  • 45Jayden Holtman
  • 46Corean Drost

Sparta Rotterdam Substitutes

  • 12Said Bakari
  • 13Julian Baas
  • 14Tijs Velthuis
  • 15Patrick van Aanholt
  • 16Pelle Clement
  • 17Shunsuke Mito
  • 18Jens Toornstra
  • 19Noekkvi Thorisson
  • 20Filip Bednarek
  • 21Ayoni Santos
  • 22Mike Kleijn
  • 30Pascal Kuiper

Previous PEC Zwolle Lineups

02 Nov Eredivisie
Heracles 8-2 PEC Zwolle
28 Oct KNVB Cup
Helmond Sport 1-4 PEC Zwolle
25 Oct Eredivisie
PEC Zwolle 2-2 NEC Nijmegen
18 Oct Eredivisie
NAC Breda 2-2 PEC Zwolle
04 Oct Eredivisie
PEC Zwolle 0-4 PSV
27 Sep Eredivisie
Volendam 2-1 PEC Zwolle

Previous Sparta Rotterdam Lineups

02 Nov Eredivisie
Sp. Rotterdam 0-1 AZ Alkmaar
30 Oct KNVB Cup
Sp. Rotterdam 5-2 Groningen
25 Oct Eredivisie
Sp. Rotterdam 1-0 Telstar
19 Oct Eredivisie
Groningen 0-2 Sp. Rotterdam
04 Oct Eredivisie
Sp. Rotterdam 3-3 Ajax
27 Sep Eredivisie
Heracles 3-0 Sp. Rotterdam

Injuries & Suspensions

PEC Zwolle Injury Table
Type Name Info
Ryan Thomas Yellow cards
Jasper Schendelaar Physical discom
Samir Lagsir Other
Odysseus Velanas Ankle
Sparta Rotterdam Injury Table
Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.
Team Squads

PEC Zwolle Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Henry van der Vegt

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Anselmo Garcia MacNulty 4 D 11 990 11 0 0 0 2 0
Simon Graves 28 D 11 990 11 0 0 0 2 0
Sherel Floranus 2 D 11 968 11 0 0 1 2 0
Kaj de Rooij 22 F 11 960 11 0 4 3 1 0
Koen Kostons 10 F 11 875 11 0 6 3 0 0

Sparta Rotterdam Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Maurice Steijn

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Marvin Young 3 D 11 990 11 0 0 0 0 0
Joel Drommel 1 G 11 990 11 0 0 0 0 0
Tobias Lauritsen 9 F 11 989 11 0 6 1 3 0
Bruno Martins Indi 4 D 10 845 10 0 0 0 1 1
Mitchell van Bergen 7 F 10 832 10 0 1 0 0 0
Netherlands FlagEredivisie Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 PSV 20 17 2 1 61:25 53
2 Feyenoord 20 12 3 5 51:29 39
3 Ajax 20 10 7 3 39:26 37
4 NEC Nijmegen 19 10 5 4 49:33 35
5 AZ Alkmaar 20 9 5 6 35:32 32
6 Sp. Rotterdam 20 10 2 8 25:34 32
7 Groningen 20 9 4 7 28:24 31
8 Twente 20 7 9 4 29:22 30
9 Fortuna Sittard 20 7 4 9 30:34 25
10 SC Heerenveen 19 6 6 7 31:30 24
11 Utrecht 19 6 5 8 29:26 23
12 PEC Zwolle 20 6 5 9 26:42 23
13 Excelsior 20 6 4 10 20:35 22
14 Go Ahead E. 19 4 9 6 30:33 21
15 Volendam 20 4 5 11 21:35 17
16 Telstar 20 3 7 10 24:33 16
17 NAC Breda 20 3 6 11 21:32 15
18 Heracles 20 4 2 14 28:52 14
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 PSV 10 7 2 1 33:16 23
2 Ajax 11 7 2 2 19:9 23
3 Feyenoord 11 7 1 3 29:18 22
4 NEC Nijmegen 9 6 2 1 25:13 20
5 Utrecht 10 5 2 3 18:10 17
6 Fortuna Sittard 10 5 2 3 17:15 17
7 AZ Alkmaar 9 4 4 1 20:16 16
8 Twente 10 4 4 2 13:11 16
9 PEC Zwolle 9 5 1 3 10:12 16
10 Groningen 10 4 3 3 15:9 15
11 Volendam 10 4 3 3 16:13 15
12 Go Ahead E. 9 3 5 1 15:12 14
13 Sp. Rotterdam 10 4 2 4 11:18 14
14 SC Heerenveen 10 3 4 3 17:18 13
15 Excelsior 10 4 1 5 10:12 13
16 NAC Breda 10 3 2 5 12:14 11
17 Heracles 9 3 1 5 18:23 10
18 Telstar 11 1 4 6 17:23 7