NEC - Sparta Rotterdam predictions

NEC are expected to win here, but we can’t call such betting predictions completely foolproof. Sparta Rotterdam may surprise us yet, and even a tie game seems a decent possibility from where we’re standing.

The visitors would need to pull off quite a stunt in order to come out victorious. They are severely outmatched in this outing – the 4.18 away win odds alone should speak volumes.

Seeing NEC earn a point from their previous away game after going behind after 45 minutes is nothing short of impressive. They were fighting the underwhelming betting odds and predictions to rise to the occasion and earn a colossal point in the Ajax draw.

Although Sparta Rotterdam went into their previous Eredivisie match as favourites, the 4:2 result still left a strong impression. They had issues taking control of the early game, but more than made up for it as the game against Excelsior progressed.

NEC have a notably poor defensive record when it comes to playing as visitors. We’re mostly referring to the 5 conceded goals over their latest 3 away games. They are playing as hosts this time around, but you should be aware before you put down any money.

The away team’s defensive record is slipping. They’ve conceded more than 5 times in their previous 3 Eredivisie engagements. This, at least, points to this match as a decent choice for something like an Over 5 Goals bet.

Even though we’ve seen NEC and Sparta Rotterdam clash multiple times this season, none of the two teams managed to secure a conclusive record. There have several tied games throughout multiple competitions.

Nils Rossen, Kas de Wit, Bram Nuytinck, Bas Dost will all have to sit this one out due to injuries, leaving the home team’s lineup in a weakened state. They still have an advantage according to betting prices, but it may not be as notable as it would have been otherwise.

Though the odds are against the visitors, at least they’ll be in a position to put up as much of a fight as possible. All of their lineup is accounted for in this match, with no issues from suspensions or injuries.

An Under 2.5 Goals bet is an easy tip to offer – it’s a fairly probable outcome with betting odds priced at a comfortable 2.23. More importantly, though, the betting value it offers is surprisingly solid.