Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 January

Betiball's prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen on 31 January 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen preview before placing your bet.

Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen: Starting Lineups Time : 31/01/2026 16:00

Sparta Rotterdam

2 - 0

Finished

Groningen

90'

Shunsuke Mito

88'

Mike Kleijn / Mitchell Van Bergen

82'

Shurandy Sambo / Lushendry Martes

81'

Julian Baas / Pelle Clement

81'

Alwande Roaldsoy / Ayoni Santos

54'

Shunsuke Mito

27'

Bruno Martins Indi

90+5' Mark Hoekstra

90+5' Younes Taha

86' Nils Eggens / David van der Werff

86' Mark Hoekstra / Tygo Land

62' Wouter Prins / Marvin Peersman

62' Oskar Zawada / Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson

62' Tyrique Mercera / Marco Rente

45+1' Marvin Peersman

45+1' Marco Rente

43' Dies Janse

42' Thom van Bergen Goal cancelled

90'

Shunsuke Mito

90+5' Mark Hoekstra

88'

Mike Kleijn / Mitchell Van Bergen

90+5' Younes Taha

82'

Shurandy Sambo / Lushendry Martes

86' Nils Eggens / David van der Werff

81'

Julian Baas / Pelle Clement

86' Mark Hoekstra / Tygo Land

81'

Alwande Roaldsoy / Ayoni Santos

62' Wouter Prins / Marvin Peersman

54'

Shunsuke Mito

62' Oskar Zawada / Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson

27'

Bruno Martins Indi

62' Tyrique Mercera / Marco Rente

45+1' Marvin Peersman

45+1' Marco Rente

43' Dies Janse

42' Thom van Bergen Goal cancelled

Sparta Rotterdam

Substitutions

#12 Shurandy Sambo

#16 Julian Baas

#15 Mike Kleijn

#21 Alwande Roaldsoy

#17 Said Bakari

#14 Tijs Velthuis

#30 Pascal Kuiper

#13 Jonathan Alexander De Guzman

#18 Jens Toornstra

#20 Filip Bednarek

#22 Sayfallah Ltaief

#19 Nokkvi Thorisson

Sparta Rotterdam Groningen

8Shots11

5Shots on Goal4

8Fouls16

3Corner Kick6

16Free kick8

0Offside3

1Yellow card5

10Aerial1

2Save3

11Successful Tackles10

12Interceptions11

25Long pass24

1Assist0

2Successful center5

3Shots off goal7

26Head Success14

10Tackle10

11Dribbles9

21Throw-in11

416Passes482

98Attacks143

31Dangerous attacks63

2Corner Kicks(HT)2

3BigChances0

2BigChancesMissed0

7ShotsInsideBox4

1ShotsOutsideBox4

73DuelsWon43

1.19ExpectedGoals0.28

1.12xGOpenPlay0.19

1.19xGNonPenalty0.28

1.46xGOT0.59

18Touches In Opposition Box24

12AccurateCrosses23

48GroundDuelsWon28

25AerialDuelsWon15

29Clearances22

Groningen

Substitutions

#2 Wouter Prins

#16 Tyrique Mercera

#19 Oskar Zawada

#57 Nils Eggens

#69 Mark Hoekstra

#11 Noam Emeran

#21 Hidde Jurjus

#7 Travis Hearnes

#27 Rui Jorge Monteiro Mendes

#13 Lovro Stubljar

#15 Elvis van der Laan

#34 Ryan Metu

Commentary

90+5' Mark Hoekstra - Groningen receive a yellow card

90+5' Younes Taha - Groningen receive a yellow card

90' Goal! Shunsuke Mito - Sparta Rotterdam

88' Sparta Rotterdam — substitution: Mike Kleijn / Mitchell Van Bergen

86' Groningen — substitution: Nils Eggens / David van der Werff

86' Groningen — substitution: Mark Hoekstra / Tygo Land

82' Sparta Rotterdam — substitution: Shurandy Sambo / Lushendry Martes

81' Sparta Rotterdam — substitution: Julian Baas / Pelle Clement

81' Sparta Rotterdam — substitution: Alwande Roaldsoy / Ayoni Santos

62' Groningen — substitution: Wouter Prins / Marvin Peersman

62' Groningen — substitution: Oskar Zawada / Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson

62' Groningen — substitution: Tyrique Mercera / Marco Rente

54' Goal! Shunsuke Mito - Sparta Rotterdam

45+1' Marvin Peersman - Groningen receive a yellow card

45+1' Marco Rente - Groningen receive a yellow card

43' Dies Janse - Groningen receive a yellow card

42' VAR review - Groningen

27' Bruno Martins Indi - Sparta Rotterdam receive a yellow card

How We Build the Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen on 31 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Sparta Rotterdam vs Groningen Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sparta Rotterdam's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Groningen's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Sparta Rotterdam and Groningen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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