Feyenoord vs. Sparta Rotterdam: Prediction, Team News, and Lineups Preview
Feyenoord is set to face Sparta Rotterdam in a highly anticipated Eredivisie clash on Sunday. This matchup marks the 19th round of the league season, with Sparta seeking to break a long winless streak in the Rotterdam derby.
Match Background
Sparta Rotterdam hasn’t defeated Feyenoord since March 2017. The away team aims to leverage Feyenoord’s recent struggles to secure a positive result at De Kuip, which could potentially elevate their standings in the league.
Feyenoord’s Recent Form
Feyenoord ended 2025 struggling, having not won in their last four matches across competitions. Their most recent performance resulted in a 2-2 draw against Heerenveen, despite being ahead twice during the game.
The team has faced difficulties maintaining defensive strength, leading to nine consecutive matches with conceded goals in the league and a total of 14 across all competitions.
Current Standings
- Position: 2nd in Eredivisie
- Current Points: 13 behind PSV Eindhoven
- Recent Record: Three wins from the last eight matches
Sparta Rotterdam’s Recent Performance
Sparta has shown promising form recently, accumulating nine points in the last five rounds of the Eredivisie. They currently sit in eighth place and have demonstrated solid performance away from home.
Team News
Feyenoord Injuries
- Gernot Trauner (Achilles)
- Bart Nieuwkoop (groin)
- Jakub Moder (back)
- Thomas Beelen (leg)
- Shiloh ‘t Zand (knee)
- Malcolm Jeng (leg)
- Gaoussou Diarra (ankle)
- Gijs Smal (hip) – to be assessed
Sparta Rotterdam Injuries
- Shurandy Sambo (potential absence)
- Vito van Crooij (injured from last match)
Key Players to Watch
For Feyenoord, Ayase Ueda stands out, leading the team with 18 goals this season. His contributions will be crucial as they look for a win.
Sparta’s Tobias Lauritsen has also been influential, netting nine goals with five match-winning strikes, making him a key player this weekend.
Predictions
Given the current form and defensive issues faced by Feyenoord, a close match is anticipated. A potential outcome could be a 2-2 draw, reflecting both teams’ need for points as they navigate the challenges of the Eredivisie season.
This encounter not only holds significance for local pride but also has implications for league standings as both teams vie for improvement in the second half of the season.
