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Sparta Rotterdam vs NAC Breda Prediction

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Eredivisie

S. Rotterdam

€24.35m

7 Dec10:45
1 : 0

NAC Breda

€15.90m

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S. Rotterdam vs NAC Breda Prediction Eredivisie

Sparta Rotterdam vs NAC Breda Prediction: Odds, Stats, and AI Insights

If you're hunting for the most insightful Sparta Rotterdam vs NAC Breda prediction ahead of the Eredivisie fixture on December 7, 2025, you've landed in the right spot. At 15:45 GMT, Het Kasteel will host two sides with plenty of history and a lot riding on this match. With Sparta 12th in the table and NAC Breda fighting to escape the relegation zone in 17th, both teams need the points—though for very different reasons. Let’s break down what you need to know, from head to head stats and tactical approaches to the latest betting odds and our own AI-backed tips.

Team News, Tactics, and Head to Head History

Sparta Rotterdam, sometimes simply called Sparta, have had a rollercoaster of a season—five wins, two draws, and seven losses in 14 matches. Their goal difference tells its own story: 16 scored, 28 conceded. At home, they’ve been inconsistent but usually find the net, averaging two goals per game in their last three at Het Kasteel. With manager Maurice Steijn at the helm, Sparta favor a balanced, adaptable approach, relying on experienced heads like Patrick van Aanholt and the creativity of Mitchell van Bergen.

NAC Breda, or just NAC to their loyal fans, have had it even tougher. With only three wins and a worrying away record (just four points from their last six road trips), Carl Hoefkens’ side are searching for answers. Their squad has seen plenty of turnover, especially in attack, with Charles-Andreas Brym and Moussa Soumano among the new faces. Injuries haven’t helped: Rio Hillen and Terence Kongolo have missed key spells, making defensive solidity hard to find.

  • Head to head stats show a near-even rivalry: NAC has 9 wins, Sparta 8, and 10 draws in their last 27 meetings since 2005.
  • Across all 32 recent encounters, NAC edge it with 12 wins to Sparta’s 9, and 11 draws.
  • Their last six meetings? One Sparta win, two for NAC, and three draws—including a 1-1 stalemate in March 2025.

Both teams have their injury headaches: Sparta are missing Joshua Kitolano and potentially Joel Ideho, while NAC’s Rio Hillen is racing to return. With both sides desperate for points, expect a cautious start but enough attacking talent on show for goals.

Form, Market Value, and Betting Odds

Sparta’s slightly higher market value (€24.35m vs NAC’s €15.90m) reflects their deeper squad and more established Eredivisie status. Still, form is king in football, and both sides have recent surprises in their locker:

  • Sparta held Ajax to a draw on the road in April 2025, defying odds of 6.2.
  • NAC snatched a 2-2 draw away at Twente in September, another result few saw coming.

Sports betting fans will note the latest betting odds: Sparta are favorites at 2.05 for the home win, a draw sits at 3.6, and NAC are outsiders at 3.7. The over/under market suggests goals are likely, with over 1.5 priced at 1.27.

AI-Driven Sparta Rotterdam vs NAC Breda Prediction and Betting Tips

Here’s where the numbers meet the pitch. Our AI, after crunching head to head data, current form, and recent odds, has a few key recommendations for your Sparta Rotterdam vs NAC Breda prediction:

  1. 1X (Home win or draw) is the most valuable bet, with a trust score of 5.2/10 and odds at 1.31. Given Sparta’s steadier home form and NAC’s away struggles, this feels like a solid safety net for cautious bettors.
  2. The outright 1x2 prediction is a Sparta win (1), with a trust score of 4.1 and odds of 2.05. The AI fancies the hosts to edge it, but not by a landslide.
  3. For goals, the best under/over bet is over 1.5 goals (trust 2.5, odds 1.27). Both teams are leaky at the back but have enough attacking flair to make this a lively contest.

The projected final score? 2-0 to Sparta, with a 1-0 lead at half-time. Ball possession is tipped to be 54% for Sparta and 46% for NAC, with both teams expected to fire off 14 shots each, though the hosts are predicted to be slightly more clinical. Expect 6 corners for Sparta and 5 for NAC, and a relatively clean game with just one yellow card apiece.

Final Thoughts: Where’s the Smart Money?

With both teams desperate for points and history suggesting a close game, the safest play is the 1X (home win or draw) market—especially given NAC’s poor away record. If you’re feeling bolder, back the home win at 2.05, but don’t rule out goals on both ends. For those who love a quirky stat, remember: Arne Slot, now Liverpool’s boss, once wore both these shirts. Maybe he’ll tune in and hope for a draw!

Whether you’re a seasoned sports betting enthusiast or just love a good Eredivisie fixture, this Sparta Rotterdam vs NAC Breda prediction offers plenty to chew on—just don’t forget to check those lineups before kickoff.

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The best betting football prediction for S. Rotterdam vs NAC Breda

1X -323

S. Rotterdam to win or draw with odds of -323
5/10

1x2 Tip

1 105

S. Rotterdam is expected to win with odds of 105
4/10

Total Goals

Over 1.5 -370

At least 2 goals will be scored in the match
2/10

Both Teams To Score

No 117

At least one team is not expected to score
3/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U5.5 -238

Home win/draw and under 5.5 goals
2/10
Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

1:0

Correct Score

2:0

Stats Predictions

1.58
xG
1.19
54%
Ball Possession
46%
14
Total Shots
14
4
Shots on Goal
3
5
Shots Off Goal
6
6
Corners
5
1
Yellow Cards
1

Average / Match

1.35
Expected Goals
1.37
3.3
Total Goals
3
1.4
Goals Scored
1.2
1.9
Goals Against
1.8
48%
Possession
54%
12.4
Total Shots
14.7
4.2
Shots on Goal
4.2
4.6
Shots off Goal
6.6
9.5
Fouls
10.9
5.3
Corners
6.3
0.8
Offsides
1.6
2.2
Yellow Cards
1.6
0.17
Red Cards
0.6
401
Total Passes
441

Overview Last 10 Matches

3
Wins
2
7
Over 1.5 Goals
7
5
Over 2.5 Goals
7
4
Over 3.5 Goals
3
5
Both Teams Scored
7
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Sparta Rotterdam
2 - 3 - 2
NAC Breda
NAC Breda NAC Breda 07-Mar-25
1:1
S. Rotterdam Sparta Rotterdam
Sparta Rotterdam S. Rotterdam 07-Dec-24
0:2
NAC Breda NAC Breda
Sparta Rotterdam S. Rotterdam 03-Aug-24
2:1
NAC Breda NAC Breda
Sparta Rotterdam S. Rotterdam 23-Jul-21
1:2
NAC Breda NAC Breda
Sparta Rotterdam S. Rotterdam 22-Aug-20
1:1
NAC Breda NAC Breda
Sparta Rotterdam S. Rotterdam 18-Apr-18
2:1
NAC Breda NAC Breda
NAC Breda NAC Breda 25-Aug-17
2:2
S. Rotterdam Sparta Rotterdam

Profile time Recent Matches of S. Rotterdam

18 Dec Willem II Willem II.
-
S. Rotterdam. S. Rotterdam
14 DecL S. Rotterdam S. Rotterdam.
0:3
Heerenveen. Heerenveen
07 DecW S. Rotterdam S. Rotterdam.
1:0
NAC Breda. NAC Breda
29 NovL Nijmegen Nijmegen.
3:1
S. Rotterdam. S. Rotterdam
22 NovD S. Rotterdam S. Rotterdam.
1:1
Sittard. Sittard
08 NovL Zwolle Zwolle.
1:0
S. Rotterdam. S. Rotterdam
02 NovL S. Rotterdam S. Rotterdam.
0:1
AZ Alkmaar. AZ Alkmaar
30 OctW S. Rotterdam S. Rotterdam.
5:2
Groningen. Groningen
25 OctW S. Rotterdam S. Rotterdam.
1:0
Telstar. Telstar
19 OctW Groningen Groningen.
0:2
S. Rotterdam. S. Rotterdam

Profile time Recent Matches of NAC Breda

14 DecNAC Breda NAC Breda.
-
Utrecht.Utrecht
07 DecLS. Rotterdam S. Rotterdam.
1:0
NAC Breda.NAC Breda
29 NovLExcelsior Excelsior.
1:0
NAC Breda.NAC Breda
22 NovLNAC Breda NAC Breda.
0:1
PSV.PSV
08 NovLFC Volendam FC Volendam.
2:1
NAC Breda.NAC Breda
01 NovWNAC Breda NAC Breda.
1:0
G.A. Eagles.G.A. Eagles
29 OctLNAC Breda NAC Breda.
1:4
Heracles.Heracles
24 OctDHeerenveen Heerenveen.
3:3
NAC Breda.NAC Breda
18 OctDNAC Breda NAC Breda.
2:2
Zwolle.Zwolle
03 OctLNAC Breda NAC Breda.
1:2
Groningen.Groningen

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40
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41-18
34
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39-25
27
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28-20
26
5 AZ Alkmaar AZ Alkmaar15
28-24
25
6 Groningen Groningen15
21-21
23
7 Utrecht Utrecht15
26-20
22
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23-20
21
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17-28
20
10 GO Ahead Eagles GO Ahead Eagle15
25-26
18
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21-25
18
12 Heerenveen Heerenveen15
23-26
17
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14-26
16
14 PEC Zwolle PEC Zwolle15
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16
15 FC Volendam FC Volendam15
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14
16 Heracles Heracles15
23-37
14
17 NAC Breda NAC Breda15
15-24
12
18 Telstar Telstar15
17-25
11
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