Sparta Rotterdam will be meeting Ajax again for the 26th time after ending 2024 on a high note with Ajax winning over Sparta Rotterdam by 0-2.
Kenneth Taylor, the Dutch footballer, scored the initial goal from the penalty spot while Bertrand Traore sealed the win with the most precise strike.
The upcoming Ajax vs Sparta Rotterdam clash will have a more exciting atmosphere. For bettors to make informed betting decisions, we have provided the head-to-head stats for the two sides, the strategic implications for the next match, their recent form, and other key metrics.
Historical H2H of Ajax vs Sparta Rotterdam
Soccer teams, Ajax and Sparta Rotterdam have played a total of 25 matches since 2005. Among them, Ajax won 20 with 68 total goals and 2.7 PPG, Sparta Rotterdam won 2 with 27 total goals and 1.1 PPG, and they both drew 3.
Ajax will be visiting the Sparta Stadium on Sunday to play against Sparta Rotterdam under the leadership of PSV Eindhoven.
Strategic Implications for the Next Match and Bettor’s Interest
There have been 131 clashes between the two sides in the past, with Ajax winning 80 times in the fixture and losing on 26 occasions. The sides drew 2-2 in their last meeting most recently in March 2024, ending Ajax’s streak of 14 consecutive victories against Rotterdam. Its last victory over De Godenzonen was back in May 2009 with a 4-0 thrashing of Amsterdam’s side. With only 16 goals conceded, Ajax have the best defensive record in the Dutch Eredivisie right now after only PSV Eindhoven (13). De Kasteelheren remained unbeaten in the last seven matches in all the competitions.
Recent Form and Key Metrics
In the last six matches, AFC Ajax has won five times, drew one time, and lost zero times, scoring 2.2 and conceding 0.7 per game. The following table shows the head-to-head stats for the last six matches –
| Team | Handicap | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Sparta Rotterdam | +1 | 0 |
| AFC Ajax | 2 | |
| Sparta Rotterdam | +0.25 | 2 |
| AFC Ajax | 2 | |
| AFC Ajax | -1.25 | 2 |
| Sparta Rotterdam | 1 | |
| AFC Ajax | -2 | 4 |
| Sparta Rotterdam | 0 | |
| Sparta Rotterdam | +1.75 | 0 |
| AFC Ajax | 1 | |
| AFC Ajax | -2.75 | 2 |
| Sparta Rotterdam | 1 |
Analysis of recent performance metrics:
AFC Ajax: Average 2.0 goals per match, 1.0 goals conceded, 50.0% Asian Handicap win rate.
Sparta Rotterdam: Average 0.4 goals per match, 1.4 goals conceded, 20.0% Asian Handicap win rate.
According to the Top football betting sites and our analysis, Ajax are the favorites, considering their stellar record in the fixture and the season that they have had.
Sparta Rotterdam is expected to take inspiration from their last match against them when they held their mighty competitors to draw. However, the results for the season might be a little disappointing, as we expect Ajax to make a comfortable win.
The prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs Ajax is 0-3.
Other betting tips for the two sides are –
What will be the outcome? AFC Ajax will win.
Will goals be over or under 2.5? – Over 2.5
Will both teams score? – No
