EredivisieDe Adelaarshorst, Deventer13°3,0 mm27 km/h

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    Go Ahead EaglesGo Ahead EaglesPossession & high press
    vs
    Sparta RotterdamSparta RotterdamCounter-attacks & crosses
    The model's lean: 1 · Go Ahead Eagles (62%)

    Go Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam · Eredivisie

    1 · Go Ahead Eagles 62%X 21%17% Sparta Rotterdam · 2

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    Analysis: Go Ahead Eagles – Sparta Rotterdam

    Sofia Andersson · · The model's read on the match · How the predictions work

    TEXT: Go Ahead Eagles have been a reliable attacking force, finding the net in ten consecutive league matches. This run underscores their offensive potency, which is further amplified by their possession-based, high-pressing style. The model gives them a solid 62% win probability against Sparta Rotterdam, whose counter-attacking approach may struggle to contain the hosts' relentless pressure. With expected goals of 2.18 for the Eagles compared to Sparta's 1.17, the numbers clearly favor the home side.

    Despite a small head-to-head sample size of eight matches since 2022, where both teams have managed three wins each, the current form and underlying metrics tilt the balance towards the Eagles. They lead in expected points (8.5 vs. 7.2) and boast a superior xG per match of 1.7 against Sparta's 1.4. These figures paint a picture of a team that not only creates more chances but also converts them with greater efficiency.

    The weather might play a minor role, given the expected 3.0 mm of rain, typically dampening goal totals. However, with a 65% likelihood of over 2.5 goals and a 61% chance of both teams scoring, the model suggests that goals should still be on the cards. The Eagles also hold the defensive edge, with an xGA of 1.6 compared to Sparta's 2.2, suggesting they should limit clear chances even against Sparta's cross-heavy tactics.

    Ultimately, the Eagles' consistent scoring streak and overall edge in expected metrics lead to a confident prediction of a 2-1 victory. For those seeking value, Go Ahead Eagles at odds of 1.769 with LeoVegas offers a compelling bet, providing a 9% edge over the model's 62% win probability. This assessment makes backing the home team an attractive proposition.

    Go Ahead EaglesGo Ahead Eagles
    Form WLWDD
    League ranking xG #6xGA #9xT #7xP/match #7Points #8
    Key players
    • Mathis SurayLWxG 0.15 · xT 0.28
    • Søren Østergaard TengstedtRWxG 0.36 · xT 0.04
    • Victor Kaj EdvardsenCAMxG 0.32 · xT 0.17
    Sparta RotterdamSparta Rotterdam
    Form DLDLL
    League ranking xG #8xGA #16xT #8xP/match #15Points #12
    Key players
    • Milan ZonneveldFxG 0.57 · xT 0.02
    • Marvin YoungCBxG 0.13 · xT 0.08
    • Ayoni SantosLWBxG 0.10 · xT 0.15

    Match prediction: Go Ahead Eagles – Sparta Rotterdam

    Predicted score matrix

    Sparta Rotterdam →
    Go Ahead Eagles →
    0
    1
    2
    3
    4+
    0
    0–03.8%
    0–13.8%
    0–22.4%
    0–30.9%
    0–4+0.4%
    1
    1–07.4%
    1–19.2%
    1–25.2%
    1–32.0%
    1–4+0.8%
    2
    2–08.3%
    2–19.8%
    2–25.7%
    2–32.2%
    2–4+0.8%
    3
    3–06.1%
    3–17.1%
    3–24.1%
    3–31.6%
    3–4+0.6%
    4+
    4+–05.5%
    4+–16.4%
    4+–23.8%
    4+–31.5%
    4+–4+0.6%
    Probability per final score. Rows = home goals, columns = away goals.

    Most likely scorelines

    1. 1.2-110%
    2. 2.1-19%
    3. 3.2-08%
    4. 4.1-07%
    5. 5.3-17%
    Expected goals
    2,18–1,17
    Both teams to score
    61%

    Over/under goals

    Expected goals: 3,4
    Under 2,535%
    @2.81
    Over 2,565%
    @1.40

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    01 · 2 legs

    Safe

    • Go Ahead Eagles to win62%
    • Over 1.5 goals85%

    Combined probability

    53%

    Fair odds

    1.90

    Two legs pulling the same way — the probability is computed exactly from the score matrix, not multiplied.

    02 · 3 legs

    Balanced

    • Go Ahead Eagles to win62%
    • Over 2.5 goals65%
    • Richonell Margaret to score26%

    Combined probability

    –

    Fair odds

    –

    The whole slip is priced jointly via 20,000 simulated matches — the scorer interacts with result and total goals, never naive multiplication.

    03 · 4 legs

    Bold

    • Both teams to score61%
    • Over 2.5 goals65%
    • Richonell Margaret to score26%
    • Cedric Hatenboer to be booked22%

    Combined probability

    –

    Fair odds

    –

    The goal-fest: both teams score with at least three goals, plus the match's most likely scorer and card candidate — all priced jointly via 20,000 simulated matches.

    Odds & value

    The model's value spots

    Bets where the model's probability beats what the odds imply (EV+).

    • 1 · Go Ahead Eagles62% probability@1.79BetsafeEV+10%reference odds
    • 1 · Go Ahead Eagles62% probability@1.79NordicbetEV+10%reference odds
    • 1 · Go Ahead Eagles62% probability@1.77LeoVegasEV+9%reference odds
    Bookmaker1 · Go Ahead EaglesX2 · Sparta Rotterdam
    Betsafe
    EV+ 10%
    1.79
    3.804.06
    LeoVegas
    EV+ 9%
    1.77
    4.103.95
    Nordicbet
    EV+ 10%
    1.79
    3.804.06

    Odds updated 2 Oct, 07:36

    Statistics

    Head-to-head

    8 matches
    Go Ahead Eagles 3Draw 2Sparta Rotterdam 3
    Goals: 8–9 (⌀ 2,1)

    Head-to-head based on Eredivisie data since 2022.

    Key facts

    • Go Ahead Eagles have scored in 10 consecutive league matches.
    xG & xGA per match — 3-game rolling average

    Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).

    Go Ahead Eagles
    Sparta Rotterdam
    When goals are scored and conceded — 2026
    Go Ahead Eagles (16–12)
    Sparta Rotterdam (10–17)
    Pass networks

    Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.

    Go Ahead Eagles
    Joris Kramer: 295 passningar, xT 0.35KramerMelle Meulensteen: 219 passningar, xT 0.37MeulensteenJulius Dirksen: 216 passningar, xT 0.17DirksenHenricus Gerardus Hubertus Maria Linthorst: 187 passningar, xT 0.4LinthorstDean James: 162 passningar, xT 0.58JamesAlfons Sampsted: 151 passningar, xT 0.18SampstedChristian Kjetil Haug: 146 passningar, xT 0.2HaugMathis Suray: 144 passningar, xT 1.18SurayVictor Kaj Edvardsen: 106 passningar, xT 0.54EdvardsenSøren Østergaard Tengstedt: 104 passningar, xT 0.2TengstedtStefán Ingi Sigurðarson: 45 passningar, xT -0.08Sigurðarson
    Sparta Rotterdam
    Marvin Young: 246 passningar, xT 0.43YoungBruno Martins Indi: 219 passningar, xT 0.31IndiLushendry Martes: 171 passningar, xT 0.59MartesJulian Baas: 167 passningar, xT 0.04BaasBas Kuipers: 167 passningar, xT 0.31KuipersCedric Hatenboer: 101 passningar, xT 0.63HatenboerNick Verschuren: 94 passningar, xT 0.02VerschurenMitchell van Bergen: 82 passningar, xT 0.55BergenFilip Bednarek: 74 passningar, xT 0.07BednarekShunsuke Mito: 67 passningar, xT 0.16MitoMichael Brouwer: 66 passningar, xT 0.09Brouwer
    xT networks

    The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.

    Go Ahead Eagles
    Joris Kramer: 295 passningar, xT 0.35KramerMelle Meulensteen: 219 passningar, xT 0.37MeulensteenJulius Dirksen: 216 passningar, xT 0.17DirksenHenricus Gerardus Hubertus Maria Linthorst: 187 passningar, xT 0.4LinthorstDean James: 162 passningar, xT 0.58JamesAlfons Sampsted: 151 passningar, xT 0.18SampstedChristian Kjetil Haug: 146 passningar, xT 0.2HaugMathis Suray: 144 passningar, xT 1.18SurayVictor Kaj Edvardsen: 106 passningar, xT 0.54EdvardsenSøren Østergaard Tengstedt: 104 passningar, xT 0.2TengstedtStefán Ingi Sigurðarson: 45 passningar, xT -0.08Sigurðarson
    Sparta Rotterdam
    Marvin Young: 246 passningar, xT 0.43YoungBruno Martins Indi: 219 passningar, xT 0.31IndiLushendry Martes: 171 passningar, xT 0.59MartesJulian Baas: 167 passningar, xT 0.04BaasBas Kuipers: 167 passningar, xT 0.31KuipersCedric Hatenboer: 101 passningar, xT 0.63HatenboerNick Verschuren: 94 passningar, xT 0.02VerschurenMitchell van Bergen: 82 passningar, xT 0.55BergenFilip Bednarek: 74 passningar, xT 0.07BednarekShunsuke Mito: 67 passningar, xT 0.16MitoMichael Brouwer: 66 passningar, xT 0.09Brouwer

    The teams in numbers

    PerformanceGo Ahead EaglesSparta Rotterdam
    Points115
    xPoints8.57.2
    xG per match1.71.4
    xGA per match1.62.2
    xG within 8s of winning the ball0.270.15
    xGA within 8s of losing the ball0.290.32
    Playing styleGo Ahead EaglesSparta Rotterdam
    Build-up efficiency0.310.33
    Field tilt0.520.33
    xT per match1.11.1
    xTA per match1.11.3
    Won balls, offensive half2522
    Pressing intensity0.250.25
    Pressing efficiency0.280.24
    Pressing efficiency, offensive half0.240.24
    Entries into the box per match1613
    Entries into the box against1316
    Pass completion %0.790.76
    Pass completion % under pressure0.740.7
    Passes per match418329
    Passes against per match365414
    Switches of play per match34.827.6
    Long balls per match4139
    Set piecesGo Ahead EaglesSparta Rotterdam
    xG from free kicks0.130.03
    Corners per match5.86
    Corners against per match4.27
    xG per corner0.020.06
    xGA per corner against0.040.06
    First touch, offensive corners %0.520.48
    First touch, defensive corners %0.620.53
    OtherGo Ahead EaglesSparta Rotterdam
    Throw-in control0.810.75
    The goalkeepersChristian Kjetil Haug (Go Ahead Eagles)Michael Brouwer (Sparta Rotterdam)
    Saves1715
    Save %59%60%
    xG prevented42%45%
    Claims0 (0%)0 (0%)

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who wins Go Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam according to our model?

    The model gives Go Ahead Eagles a 62% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Go Ahead Eagles 62%, draw 21%, Sparta Rotterdam 17%.

    What is the most likely scoreline?

    The model's most likely final score is 2-1 at 10% probability.

    Over or under 2.5 goals?

    The model rates over 2.5 goals at 65% and under at 35%.

    Will both teams score?

    The probability of both teams scoring is 61% according to the model.

    Why are some legs locked in the bet builder?

    The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.

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