Twente vs Sparta Rotterdam: Preview, Team News and Prediction
This weekend, Twente welcomes Sparta Rotterdam to De Grolsch Veste for a crucial Eredivisie encounter. Both sides are looking to continue their strong starts to the season, making this a match that promises plenty of action.
Twente: Building Momentum
Twente has enjoyed a positive start to the 2023/24 campaign, currently sitting in a respectable 6th place in the table. They are known for their attacking style of play, evident in their 12 goals scored in their first six matches. Key players like Michel Vlap and Daan Rots have been instrumental in their success.
Sparta Rotterdam: A Surprise Package
Sparta Rotterdam, on the other hand, has defied expectations by sitting comfortably in 7th place. This is a testament to their ability to grind out results, even when they aren't playing their best. Their defensive solidity, spearheaded by Bart Vriends, has been a key factor in their early success.
Head-to-Head
The history between these two sides is closely contested. In their last five meetings, Twente holds a slight edge with two wins, while Sparta has secured one victory, with two matches ending in draws.
Team News
Twente will be without Virgil Misidjan due to injury, but otherwise, manager Ron Jans has a fully fit squad at his disposal. For Sparta Rotterdam, Sven Mijnans is a doubt, but Adil Auassar is expected to return from suspension.
Prediction
This match is likely to be a tight affair, with both teams possessing strong qualities. Twente's home advantage could be a deciding factor, and we expect them to emerge victorious. However, Sparta Rotterdam's resilient nature means they could easily snatch a point.
Prediction: Twente 2-1 Sparta Rotterdam
