Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen: match statistics
Groningen shows better away form with a 50% win rate on the road, while Sparta Rotterdam wins only 40% of their home matches. A key factor is Groningen's advantage in xG statistics – averaging 1.67 xG For compared to Sparta's 1.42 xG For in home matches, indicating greater offensive efficiency from the visitors. Groningen also has a better goal difference away from home (-2) than Sparta does at home (-7), as well as superior effectiveness – averaging 1.3 goals per away match versus Sparta's 1.1 goals per home match. The form from the last five matches also favors the visitors (1.6 PPG for Groningen versus 2.4 PPG for Sparta, although Sparta's form is overall, not just at home). Considering all statistics, especially the advantage in xG and away effectiveness, Groningen has a greater chance of securing three points in this encounter.
Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sparta Rotterdam played against Groningen in Eredivisie (Netherlands). The game was played on January 31, 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Recent form
Sparta Rotterdam has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.40 points per game. Groningen has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Sparta Rotterdam scores 1.25 goals per game and allows 1.70. Groningen scores 1.40 and allows 1.20. Games in this league average 3.26 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 35% of Sparta Rotterdam's games and 45% of Groningen's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 45%, compared with league averages of 63% for BTTS and 62% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Groningen has the higher season xG average, 1.83 to 1.45 per game. Sparta Rotterdam takes 12.9 shots per game, while Groningen takes 16.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Sparta Rotterdam leads at halftime in 45% of its games and scores 0.70 goals per game after halftime. Groningen leads at halftime in 25% and scores 0.80 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sparta Rotterdam's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). For Groningen, it is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Eredivisie games average 3.26 goals. Both teams score in 63% of games, and 62% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Groningen shows better away form with a 50% win rate on the road, while Sparta Rotterdam wins only 40% of their home matches. A key factor is Groningen's advantage in xG statistics – averaging 1.67 xG For compared to Sparta's 1.42 xG For in home matches, indicating greater offensive efficiency from the visitors. Groningen also has a better goal difference away from home (-2) than Sparta does at home (-7), as well as superior effectiveness – averaging 1.3 goals per away match versus Sparta's 1.1 goals per home match. The form from the last five matches also favors the visitors (1.6 PPG for Groningen versus 2.4 PPG for Sparta, although Sparta's form is overall, not just at home). Considering all statistics, especially the advantage in xG and away effectiveness, Groningen has a greater chance of securing three points in this encounter.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Sparta Rotterdam | Groningen | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.27 | 0.22 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Sparta Rotterdam is 50% better for: last-5 form.
2.4 pts / game - Sparta Rotterdam · 1.6 pts / game - Groningen
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Groningen is 12% better for: goals scored per game.
1.25 goals / game - Sparta Rotterdam · 1.4 goals / game - Groningen
Groningen is 42% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.7 goals / game - Sparta Rotterdam · 1.2 goals / game - Groningen
Sparta Rotterdam scores in 75% of games (15 of 20 meczów), while Groningen keeps a clean sheet in 35% (7 of 20 meczów).
Groningen scores in 75% of games (15 of 20 meczów), while Sparta Rotterdam keeps a clean sheet in 40% (8 of 20 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Sparta Rotterdam
Over / Under - Groningen
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Sparta Rotterdam is 28% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.6 pts / game - Sparta Rotterdam · 1.25 pts / game - Groningen
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sparta Rotterdam - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 45% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.6 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Groningen - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 45%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +2 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 100% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +5 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (7 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +5 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Sparta Rotterdam
Groningen
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Eredivisie).
Teams vs league
| Sparta Rotterdam | Liga | Groningen | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.95 | 3.26 | ▼ 2.60 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 35% | 63% | ▼ 45% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 50% | 62% | ▼ 45% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 40% | 19% | ▲ 35% |
| Goal before half-time | • 85% | 84% | ▼ 65% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 80% | 85% | ▲ 90% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Sparta Rotterdam's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Groningen. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen?
The Eredivisie match finished Sparta Rotterdam 2:0 Groningen. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen?
Sparta Rotterdam score 1.25 goals per game on average and Groningen 1.40. The Eredivisie average is 3.26 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 62% of games. Both teams score in 35% of Sparta Rotterdam's matches and 45% of Groningen's.
What form are Sparta Rotterdam and Groningen in?
Over the last 5 games Sparta Rotterdam have a 4-0-1 record (2.40 points per game) and Groningen 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.