FC Twente visit Sparta Rotterdam at Het Kasteel Stadium on Friday, 19 September 2025, kicking off at 23:30 local time (11:30 PM EEST / 2:00 AM IST).
Sparta are 8th in the table and go into this match in good shape, claiming three of their previous five games. Their most recent victory was with a late 1-0 triumph over Excelsior thanks to Ayoub Oufkir.
Twente, meanwhile, are 13th and been struggling for consistency. They secured a 2-2 draw with NAC Breda their last time out, thanks to Marko Pjaca and Ricky van Wolfswinkel’s goals.
The visitors will also have someone new on the touchline, as the interim coach, Ivar van Dinteren, takes over, injecting uncertainty into their game plan.
This clash will certainly be intense, with Sparta looking to rise high and Twente looking to mount a comeback.
Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente Timeline & Match Details
- Competition: Eredivisie 2025/26 – Round 6
- Fixture: Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente
- Date: Friday, 19 September 2025
- Kick-off Time: 23:30 local (EEST) / 2:00 AM IST
- Venue: Het Kasteel, Rotterdam
Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente Standings
| Team | Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals For | Goals Against | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparta Rotterdam | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 8th |
| FC Twente | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 13th |
Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente Head-to-Head (H2H)
- Last 12 Meetings: Twente unbeaten (6 wins, 6 draws)
- Most Recent Clash: Twente won 2-0 at Het Kasteel
- Overall Balance: Favors Twente, with Sparta struggling to break their streak
This H2H record will give Twente a psychological edge, but Sparta’s strong home support could level the field.
Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente Team Stats
Sparta Rotterdam (Last 5 Matches)
- Goals: 7
- Goals per Game: 1.4
- Goals Conceded: 11
- Clean Sheets: 2
- Possession: 39.2%
FC Twente (Last 5 Matches)
- Goals: 4
- Goals per Game: 0.8
- Goals Conceded: 7
- Clean Sheets: 0
- Possession: 56.4%
Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente Predicted Lineups
Sparta Rotterdam (4-3-3)
Joel Drommel (GK); Shurandy Sambo, Marvin Young, Teo Quintero, Patrick van Aanholt; Jens Toornstra, Joshua Kitolano, Pelle Clement; Mitchell van Bergen, Tobias Lauritsen, Sayfallah Ltaief.
FC Twente (4-2-3-1)
Lars Unnerstall (GK); Bart van Rooij, Max Bruns, Robin Propper, Mats Rots; Arno Verschueren, Ramiz Zerrouki; Daan Rots, Kristian Hlynsson, Sondre Ørjasæter; Ricky van Wolfswinkel.
Key Players to Watch
- Sparta Rotterdam:
- Tobias Lauritsen – Top scorer with 3 goals.
- Ayoub Oufkir – Match-winner against Excelsior.
- Patrick van Aanholt – Leading assist provider (3).
- FC Twente:
- Ricky van Wolfswinkel – Experienced striker with goals in key moments.
- Sem Steijn – Team’s top scorer with 3 goals this season.
- Robin Pröpper – Defensive leader with solid aerial presence.
Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente Player Ratings
| Rank | Sparta Rotterdam Player | Rating | Position | Twente Player | Rating | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ayoub Oufkir | 7.3 | Midfielder | Robin Pröpper | 7.2 | Defender |
| 2 | Tobias Lauritsen | 7.1 | Forward | Bart van Rooij | 7.0 | Defender |
| 3 | Teo Quintero | 7.0 | Defender | Ramiz Zerrouki | 6.9 | Midfielder |
| 4 | Patrick van Aanholt | 6.9 | Defender | Max Bruns | 6.8 | Defender |
| 5 | Joel Drommel | 6.8 | Goalkeeper | Kristian Hlynsson | 6.8 | Midfielder |
Sparta Rotterdam vs FC Twente Match Prediction
While Sparta Rotterdam have momentum and home advantage, Twente’s unbeaten streak against them cannot be ignored. Twente’s resilience in head-to-head meetings makes them a solid bet on the Asian Handicap (0.0).
- Predicted Score: Sparta Rotterdam 1-2 FC Twente
Twente are expected to edge this one narrowly, but a draw would not be a surprise given Sparta’s fighting spirit.
The clash between Sparta Rotterdam and FC Twente is more than just a regular league match—it’s a battle of form vs history. Sparta want to break their hoodoo against Twente, while the visitors aim to kickstart their season under interim management.
