FC Groningen vs Sparta Rotterdam - Eredivisie
Fixture Preview - 19 October 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
FC Groningen hosts Sparta Rotterdam at Euroborg on Sunday, 19 October, in what promises to be a compelling Eredivisie clash. Groningen's recent form shows a mixed bag with one win, two losses, and two draws in their last five matches, while Sparta has struggled even more, failing to secure a victory in their last five outings. Historically, this fixture has leaned in favour of the away side, with Sparta winning five of the last ten encounters, indicating their capability to perform on Groningen's turf. One key angle to consider is the teams' defensive frailties, as both sides have conceded goals consistently in recent matches. With six of their last ten head-to-head meetings featuring both teams scoring, the likelihood of a high-scoring affair remains strong. Groningen will be looking to leverage home advantage, but if Sparta can find their rhythm, they may just turn the tide in their favour. Expect an intriguing battle that could see both teams find the net as they vie for crucial points.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 |  Ajax | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 7 |  FC Utrecht | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 |  NAC Breda | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 9 |  FC Groningen | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 10 |  Sparta Rotterdam | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 |  Go Ahead Eagles | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 12 |  FC Volendam | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 13 |  Fortuna Sittard | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 2, 2025 | Sparta Rotterdam | 1–0 | FC Groningen | Eredivisie |
| November 9, 2024 | FC Groningen | 1–0 | Sparta Rotterdam | Eredivisie |
| May 28, 2023 | FC Groningen | 0–5 | Sparta Rotterdam | Eredivisie |
| September 17, 2022 | Sparta Rotterdam | 2–1 | FC Groningen | Eredivisie |
| May 7, 2022 | FC Groningen | 1–2 | Sparta Rotterdam | Eredivisie |
| October 17, 2021 | Sparta Rotterdam | 1–1 | FC Groningen | Eredivisie |
| May 2, 2021 | FC Groningen | 1–2 | Sparta Rotterdam | Eredivisie |
| December 19, 2020 | Sparta Rotterdam | 2–3 | FC Groningen | Eredivisie |
| February 16, 2020 | Sparta Rotterdam | 1–2 | FC Groningen | Eredivisie |
| October 20, 2019 | FC Groningen | 2–0 | Sparta Rotterdam | Eredivisie |