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The prediction and betting suggestion for Sparta vs Utrecht, on 17 August 2025, is: Will both teams score? Yes ⇒ bet available on Bet365.

👉 Where will the Sparta Utrecht match be played?

The Sparta vs Utrecht match on 17 August 2025 will take place in Rotterdam, at Sparta-Stadion Het Kasteel.

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Sparta vs Utrecht Prediction – Eredivisie

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Here you find the best prediction for Sparta vs Utrecht for the Eredivisie, alongside match analysis and betting insights.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide an optimal prediction for the encounter between Sparta vs Utrecht.

Sparta

17 August 2025 – 12::30
Eredivisie
2025/2026
Normal Time – Round 2

Utrecht

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Sparta vs Utrecht

The best prediction for Sparta vs Utrecht in the Eredivisie is that both teams will score. In this matchup, Sparta is eager to bounce back after a challenging start, while Utrecht has displayed significant offensive prowess in their recent matches, making goals likely for both sides, even if the outcome is closely contested.

Match preview: Sparta vs Utrecht

Sparta and Utrecht meet at Sparta-Stadion Het Kasteel in the second round of the Eredivisie. Historically, the visiting team has performed well at this venue, with 5 wins and a draw in their last 6 meetings. Their most recent encounter at this ground was on 3 January 2024, ending in a 1-4 victory for FC Utrecht. In that match, Tobias Lauritsen scored for Sparta, while Miguel Rodríguez, Mike Van Der Hoorn, Victor Jensen, and Paxten Aaronson netted for Utrecht. The home advantage may be crucial as Sparta typically shows marked discrepancies between their home and away performances.

Team analysis: Sparta

Sparta arrives at this fixture after suffering a heavy 6-1 defeat to PSV in their opening match. It is interesting to note that they have performed better away than at home, with their last 30 matches yielding 5 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses as visitors, compared to 4 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses at home. They have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last ten home games across all competitions. A lack of defensive solidity is evident, having conceded goals in 8 of their last 10 matches, though they have managed to score in 8 of the same games. Notably, 16 of their last 17 matches have seen more than 1.5 goals. In instances where they conceded first, they have failed to overturn the deficit in all 4 relevant games.

Following such a bleak debut, Sparta, playing at home, will be eager to make amends. They are expected to adopt a more cautious approach, focusing on defensive robustness whilst capitalising on counter-attacking opportunities. The home crowd could play a significant role in their quest to improve their points tally.

Team analysis: Utrecht

Utrecht come into this match following a resounding 4-0 victory over Heracles Almelo in their opener. They tend to maintain strong performances as visitors, with 7 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses recorded in their last 30 games away. In contrast, they boast 8 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses on home soil. In their last outing, they defeated Servette 2-1 in the European League. Over their last 10 matches as visitors, Utrecht has claimed 4 wins, drawn 3, and lost 3. Similar defensive issues plague them, with goals conceded in 7 of their last 10 matches; however, their attacking form has seen them score in 8 of those games. They have demonstrated a tendency for high-scoring affairs, with 22 of their last 24 games ending with over 1.5 goals and 18 of those surpassing 2.5 goals. In 15 matches where they have conceded first, they managed to turn the tables only twice. Notably, they have scored 3 out of their last 6 goals within the 46-60 minute timeframe.

Utrecht began their Dutch campaign with a bang, and their solid performance in the European League has amplified their match fitness and intensity. Even away from home, they are likely to adopt an aggressive strategy, aiming to control possession and create clear-cut opportunities. Their goal will be to build on this momentum and secure further victories to stay among the top contenders.