Our Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle Prediction: 2-1
Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 11:15 GMT kick-off on Sunday March 8, 2026. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
This Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Sparta Rotterdam's Last Match – Heerenveen vs Sparta Rotterdam
Sparta Rotterdam will aim to put their last result behind them following a 1-2 Netherlands Eredivisie loss to Heerenveen on February 28. In that match, Sparta Rotterdam recorded 56% possession, attempting 3 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Heerenveen | 44% | 9 (5) | 1.28 | 36 |
 Sparta Rotterdam | 56% | 3 (3) | 0.82 | 52 |
PEC Zwolle's Last Match – PEC Zwolle vs Ajax
Determined to get back to winning ways, PEC Zwolle must win after their 0-0 Netherlands Eredivisie draw against Ajax on March 1. In that match, PEC Zwolle saw 40% of the ball and created 8 goal attempts, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 PEC Zwolle | 40% | 8 (3) | 1.08 | 43 |
 Ajax | 60% | 6 (2) | 0.33 | 39 |
Sparta Rotterdam vs PEC Zwolle Stats
Key Stats
| Sparta Rotterdam | PEC Zwolle | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.67 | Attacking Strength | 1.01 |
| 1.01 | Defence Strength | 1.68 |
| 1.7 | Points Per Game | 1.2 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Sparta Rotterdam are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while PEC Zwolle average 1.5 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
Sparta Rotterdam 16-13
PEC Zwolle 15-14
What are the odds for this match?
Sparta Rotterdam to win: @1.666
Draw: @4.2
PEC Zwolle to win: @4.5
Lineups
Sparta Rotterdam (4-2-3-1) : Joel Drommel, Shurandy Sambo, Mike Kleijn, Bruno Martins Indi, Teo Quintero Leon, Pelle Clement, Joshua Kitolano, Mitchell Van Bergen, Ayoni Santos, Shunsuke Mito, Tobias Lauritsen
PEC Zwolle (4-3-3) : Tom de Graaff de Graaff, Tristan Gooijer, Tijs Velthuis, Anselmo Garcia MacNulty, Sherel Floranus, Thijs Oosting, Ryan Thomas, Zico Buurmeester, Younes Namli, Koen Kostons, Shola Shoretire
PSV 
Feyenoord 
NEC 
FC Twente 
Ajax 
AZ 
Sparta Rotterdam 
Heerenveen 
FC Utrecht 
FC Groningen 
Fortuna Sittard 
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PEC Zwolle 
FC Volendam 
Excelsior 
Telstar 
NAC 
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