Utrecht vs Sparta Rotterdam prediction 01/06/2023

• Date: 01/06/2023
• Competition: Eredivisie
• KO: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CEST
• Venue: Stadion Galgenwaard (Utrecht)

Prepare yourselves for an exhilarating clash in the Eredivisie Europa League Play-offs Semi-finals this week as Utrecht takes on Sparta Rotterdam on Thursday at Stadion Galgenwaard. 

A high-stakes encounter, this fixture promises to be a thrilling battle between two in-form sides vying for a place in the final.

Utrecht vs Sparta Rotterdam Betting Tips: Utrecht to win / BTTS

Sparta Rotterdam enters this clash with plenty of confidence after their remarkable 5-0 triumph over Groningen at Euroborg in their last league outing. Utrecht, on the other hand, secured a hard-fought 3-2 win against Emmen in their previous Eredivisie fixture, extending their unbeaten streak at home to four games (W3 D1 L0) while they have also picked up wins in five of their seven most recent Eredivisie matches.

At home, Utrecht have had a decent campaign with eight wins, five draws, and four losses in 17 Eredivisie contests. Sparta Rotterdam, for their part, has collected 27 points from a possible 51 in away matches this season (W7 D6 L4). These numbers underline the visitors' ability to compete on the road and suggest that they won't be fazed by the intimidating atmosphere at the Galgenwaard.

Looking at the H2H record reveals Utrechts´dominance of this fixture since 2016. In fact, Utrecht has emerged victorious in 12 out of their last 13 meetings over the past seven years. In addition, Utrecht has won each of their last four Eredivisie meetings with Sparta Rotterdam, all by at least a two-goal margin, while Sparta last claimed victory against their hosts all the way back in 2008.

While Sparta are definitely a strong side on the road, we´re backing Utrecht to maintain their outstanding record in this fixture with a narrow first-leg victory to take to Rotterdam later this week. However, goals should be expected, with Sparta scoring in 11 of their last 14 away from home.