Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Netherlands
S. Rotterdam
€24.35m
Heracles
€13.73m
Preview
The Sparta Rotterdam vs Heracles prediction is on everyone’s mind as these two Eredivisie sides prepare to meet at Het Kasteel on January 11, 2026, at 15:45 GMT. With both teams eager for points but coming from very different places in the table, this fixture promises more than just your average mid-season battle. Let’s break down the numbers, the tactics, and the betting odds to help you make sense of what’s coming—and maybe even have a little fun along the way.
Sparta Rotterdam, currently sitting 10th with 23 points, come into this match on the back of a gritty 1-0 win over FC Volendam. Their season has been built on defensive resilience, boasting the most clean sheets in the Eredivisie so far (six, if you’re counting). Heracles, meanwhile, are in a more precarious spot—17th place with just 14 points and licking their wounds after a 0-3 defeat to SC Heerenveen. The contrast in recent form is as clear as a Dutch canal on a sunny day.
Injuries and suspensions are casting long shadows over both squads. Sparta are missing several key players, including Shurandy Sambo (suspension), Bruno Martins Indi (muscle/hamstring, though he might return), and a handful of others. Heracles’ list is even longer, with Jeff Reine-Adélaïde, Lorenzo Milani, and Sem Scheperman all sidelined, plus doubts over Jizz Hornkamp and Jan Zamburek. If you’re playing fantasy football, you might want to look elsewhere this week.
The head to head record between these two is as balanced as it gets: 5 wins each and 7 draws from their last 17 meetings. The most recent encounter, back in September 2025, saw Heracles run out 3-0 winners at home. But don’t let that fool you—Sparta have shown they can punch above their weight, as seen in their surprise 1-1 draw away at Ajax last April.
Both teams are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, aiming to control the midfield and exploit the flanks. Sparta’s Ayoub Oufkir is one to watch, leading his side in shots on target per match, while Heracles will look to Ajdin Hrustic for creative spark—he’s third in the league for big chances created.
Now, let’s talk numbers. The betting odds favor Sparta Rotterdam at 1.87 for a home win, with a draw at 3.9 and a Heracles win at 4.4. Our AI at NerdyTips suggests the safest bet is 1X (home win or draw), with a trust rating of 7.2/10 and odds of 1.26. If you’re feeling bolder, the straight home win (1) is also recommended, though with a slightly lower trust score of 5.7 and odds of 1.87.
Statistically, we’re expecting goals. The predicted final score is 3:2 in favor of Sparta, with a 1:1 draw at halftime. That lines up nicely with the over 2.5 goals bet, which looks tempting given Heracles’ defensive struggles and Sparta’s attacking intent at home.
With Sparta Rotterdam’s home advantage, better recent form, and a stronger squad on paper, the smart money is on them to avoid defeat—if not claim all three points. Heracles’ injury woes and leaky defense make it hard to see them keeping Sparta at bay for 90 minutes. Expect a lively match with plenty of action, a few yellow cards, and, if the stats hold, a goal-fest that could keep both sets of fans on the edge of their seats.
That’s our take on the Sparta Rotterdam vs Heracles prediction. Whether you’re betting, watching, or just arguing with your mates, enjoy the match—and may your predictions be as accurate as a Dutch striker in the six-yard box!
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1X -385
S. Rotterdam to win or draw with odds of -3851 -115
S. Rotterdam is expected to win with odds of -115Over 2.5 -154
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -161
Both teams are expected to score1X&O1.5 -204
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1:1
3:2
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6
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7
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4
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 Heracles |
27-Sep-25
3:0
| S. Rotterdam  |
| Heracles |
11-Jan-25
1:1
| S. Rotterdam |
| S. Rotterdam |
11-Aug-24
0:0
| Heracles |
| S. Rotterdam |
06-Apr-24
1:2
| Heracles |
| Heracles |
02-Dec-23
0:1
| S. Rotterdam |
| S. Rotterdam |
15-Jul-22
1:0
| Heracles |
| Heracles |
15-May-22
1:3
| S. Rotterdam |
| S. Rotterdam |
21-Aug-21
1:1
| Heracles |
| Heracles |
02-Jul-21
1:2
| S. Rotterdam |
| Heracles |
21-Mar-21
1:1
| S. Rotterdam |
Recent Matches of S. Rotterdam| 18 Jan |
Feyenoord.
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| S. Rotterdam.
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| 11 Jan | W |
S. Rotterdam.
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2:0
| Heracles.
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| 21 Dec | W |
FC Volendam.
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0:1
| S. Rotterdam.
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| 18 Dec | W |
Willem II.
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1:5
| S. Rotterdam.
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| 14 Dec | L |
S. Rotterdam.
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0:3
| Heerenveen.
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| 07 Dec | W |
S. Rotterdam.
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1:0
| NAC Breda.
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| 29 Nov | L |
Nijmegen.
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3:1
| S. Rotterdam.
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| 22 Nov | D |
S. Rotterdam.
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1:1
| Sittard.
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| 08 Nov | L |
Zwolle.
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1:0
| S. Rotterdam.
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| 02 Nov | L |
S. Rotterdam.
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0:1
| AZ Alkmaar.
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Recent Matches of Heracles
| 18 Jan | Heracles. |
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Twente. | |
| 14 Jan | D |  G.A. Eagles. |
2:2 |
Heracles. |
| 11 Jan | L | S. Rotterdam. |
2:0 |
Heracles. |
| 20 Dec | L | Heracles. |
0:3 |
Heerenveen. |
| 16 Dec | W | Heracles. |
4:1 |
Hoogeveen. |
| 13 Dec | L |  PSV. |
4:3 |
Heracles. |
| 06 Dec | D | Heracles. |
1:1 |
Telstar. |
| 29 Nov | D |  Sittard. |
1:1 |
Heracles. |
| 22 Nov | W | Heracles. |
4:2 |
G.A. Eagles. |
| 08 Nov | W |  Excelsior. |
1:2 |
Heracles. |
Netherlands - Eredivisie| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
PSV Eindhoven | 18 | 57-22 | 49 |
| 2 |
Feyenoord | 18 | 44-23 | 36 |
| 3 |
Ajax | 18 | 35-24 | 33 |
| 4 |
NEC Nijmegen | 17 | 43-29 | 29 |
| 5 |
AZ Alkmaar | 17 | 32-28 | 28 |
| 6 |
Groningen | 18 | 25-22 | 28 |
| 7 |
Twente | 18 | 27-22 | 26 |
| 8 |
Sparta Rotterd | 18 | 20-31 | 26 |
| 9 |
Heerenveen | 18 | 31-28 | 24 |
| 10 |
Utrecht | 17 | 28-23 | 23 |
| 11 |
Fortuna Sittar | 18 | 27-31 | 22 |
| 12 |
GO Ahead Eagle | 18 | 28-31 | 20 |
| 13 |
PEC Zwolle | 18 | 22-39 | 20 |
| 14 |
Excelsior | 17 | 17-32 | 19 |
| 15 |
Telstar | 18 | 22-30 | 15 |
| 16 |
NAC Breda | 18 | 16-26 | 14 |
| 17 |
FC Volendam | 18 | 19-32 | 14 |
| 18 |
Heracles | 18 | 26-46 | 14 |
