Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 February

Sparta Rotterdam

D L L D L

10th place in Holland Eredivisie

1-1

17/02/2026 15:00

NEC Nijmegen

W D D D L

3rd place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen on 17 February 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen preview before placing your bet.

Sparta Rotterdam will face NEC Nijmegen in Holland Eredivisie on February 17, 2026 at 15:00.
Sparta Rotterdam are currently 10th with 43 points after 34 matches.
NEC Nijmegen sit 3rd with 59 points from 34 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 2.09.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:00

2026-02-17

Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen - Prediction & Odds

Sparta Rotterdam

NEC Nijmegen

2026-02-17 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/02/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 PSV Eindhoven	84	34	27	3	4	101	45	56
02 Feyenoord	65	34	19	8	7	70	44	26
03 NEC Nijmegen	59	34	16	11	7	77	53	24
04 FC Twente Enschede	58	34	15	13	6	59	40	19
05 AFC Ajax	56	34	14	14	6	62	41	21
06 FC Utrecht	53	34	15	8	11	55	42	13
07 AZ Alkmaar	52	34	14	10	10	58	51	7
08 SC Heerenveen	51	34	14	9	11	57	53	4
09 Groningen	48	34	14	6	14	49	45	4
10 Sparta Rotterdam	43	34	12	7	15	40	62	-22
11 Fortuna Sittard	39	34	11	6	17	49	63	-14
12 Go Ahead Eagles	38	34	8	14	12	54	53	1
13 Excelsior SBV	38	34	10	8	16	43	56	-13
14 SC Telstar	37	34	9	10	15	49	55	-6
15 PEC Zwolle	37	34	9	10	15	44	71	-27
16 Volendam	32	34	8	8	18	35	55	-20
17 NAC Breda	29	34	6	11	17	35	58	-23
18 Heracles Almelo	19	34	5	4	25	35	85	-50

Head To Head

29/11/2025 16:00

NEC Nijmegen

3 - 1

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

06/04/2025 08:30

Sparta Rotterdam

2 - 0

NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

15/12/2024 09:30

NEC Nijmegen

1 - 1

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

24/02/2024 16:00

NEC Nijmegen

2 - 0

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

01/09/2023 14:00

Sparta Rotterdam

1 - 1

NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

28/01/2023 15:00

NEC Nijmegen

1 - 1

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

NEC Nijmegen

50%

Draw

50%

Sparta Rotterdam

Sparta Rotterdam Last 6 matches

07/02/2026 16:00

Fortuna Sittard 2 - 2 Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

31/01/2026 16:00

Sparta Rotterdam 2 - 0 Groningen

HOL D1

25/01/2026 11:45

FC Utrecht 0 - 1 Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

18/01/2026 11:45

Feyenoord 3 - 4 Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

15/01/2026 16:00

Sparta Rotterdam 1 - 2 Volendam

HOLC

11/01/2026 11:45

Sparta Rotterdam 2 - 0 Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches NEC Nijmegen

11/02/2026 16:00

NEC Nijmegen 1 - 3 FC Utrecht

HOL D1

07/02/2026 11:30

NEC Nijmegen 4 - 1 Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

04/02/2026 13:45

NEC Nijmegen 1 - 0 Volendam

HOLC

31/01/2026 11:30

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 3 NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

24/01/2026 13:45

NEC Nijmegen 2 - 1 PEC Zwolle

HOL D1

20/01/2026 13:45

De Treffers 1 - 2 NEC Nijmegen

HOLC

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Holland Eredivisie

Played games

Sparta Rotterdam

NEC Nijmegen

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.18

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.82

Scored

Avg. per game

2.26

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.56

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 34 matches

YesNo

25 (74%)9 (26%)

In last 34 matches

NoYes

33 (97%)1 (3%)

Sparta Rotterdam

Recent matches

NEC Nijmegen

Under /Over

(76%)26 8(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(97%)33 1(3%)

Under /Over

(21%)7 27(79%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(56%)19 15(44%)

Under /Over

(62%)21 13(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(65%)22 12(35%)

/Yes

(44%)15 19(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(82%)28 6(18%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sparta Rotterdam

NEC Nijmegen

Shots

Sparta Rotterdam

Total shots

13.06 avg / game

Blocked

105 total

Avg. 3.62

NEC Nijmegen

Total shots

17.03 avg / game

Blocked

165 total

Avg. 4.85

Sparta Rotterdam Pass NEC Nijmegen

Total passes

13461

Avg. 396 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

14599

Avg. 429 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sparta Rotterdam

Played games

NEC Nijmegen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.15

4.56

155

Corners

208

6.12

15.79

537

Throw-ins

707

20.79

1.06

Offsides

2.00

4.12

140

GK saves

116

3.41

Sparta Rotterdam

DISCIPLINARY

NEC Nijmegen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.91

1.79

0.06

0.09

9.85

335

Fouls

405

11.91

10.50

357

Tackles

343

10.09

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC Nijmegen on 17 February 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 Holland Eredivisie 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 NEC Nijmegen 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 NEC Nijmegen'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.

Holland Eredivisie 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 Holland Eredivisie standings and the Holland Eredivisie form table to understand exactly where Sparta Rotterdam and NEC Nijmegen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Holland Eredivisie predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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