Sparta Rotterdam vs Ajax betting tip 2024/2025 - Picks and Predictions for the Eredivisie match on December 22nd, 2024

Sparta Rotterdam and Ajax will play on December 22nd, 2024, Sunday at 11:15h (UTC), in an event counting for the Eredivisie in Netherlands, check the Sparta Rotterdam vs Ajax betting tip 2024/2025 to win with your bets.

Stadium and City where Sparta Rotterdam vs Ajax will occur

The game takes place in the small Sparta-Stadion Het Kasteel stadium, in the city of Rotterdam, with a capacity for 11026 spectators, that will try to help the team achieve a positive result.

Where to follow the live game

You can find all the follow-up to the match live on Betarena, bringing odds, events, statistics, and more to help with your sports betting.

Introduction to the Sparta Rotterdam vs Ajax betting tip 2024/2025

The Eredivisie has had fewer goals than the previous season. Last season the tournament had an average of 3.24 goals scored per match, while now the competition has an average of 3 goals per match played.

Sparta Rotterdam last match

The last match ended in a draw for the Sparta Rotterdam team. On that occasion they met Go Ahead Eagles for the KNVB Beker, and the match ended 1-1. Coach M. Steijn's lined up a 4-1-4-1 formation.

The game had to be decided in penalty kicks, after a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes and another in overtime.

The game had all the elements to be an even game between both teams, for that reason it was logical that the draw was one of the most expected results, with odds around 3.60.

Sparta Rotterdam average performance has certainly not been brilliant. One of the few who made a difference is Shunsuke Mito: well positioned on the field, with a well-tuned foot, he was instrumental to the team in saving the result.

Ajax last match

On the other hand, the visiting team arrives at this match after a victory in the last round. In a dispute valid for Eredivisie, Ajax, who used a 4-3-3 formation, faced the Almere City team with a final score of 3-0.

The odds of 1.18 before the match made clear the favoritism of the team before the match, a condition that was ratified with the final positive result.

Sparta Rotterdam vs Ajax h2h

Last time these teams faced each other, Sparta Rotterdam occupied 11th place in Eredivisie and, team Ajax the 5th place. Sparta Rotterdam entered the field with the tactic 4-2-3-1, while Ajax arranged their formation in a 3-4-2-1.

During the football season of 2023/2024, these Eredivisie teams played against each other on 17-03-2024 in a duly contested game that ended in a 2-2 draw.

Last time a draw between these teams, what to expect now?

The Ajax team in the last five matches has achieved more regular results, with a total of 2 wins, compared to the Sparta Rotterdam team, which has no wins recently.

Differently equipped teams striving for their own ambitions.

R. Honig and E. Koopman will be assisting the referee A. Lindhout in this football match.

Sparta Rotterdam

Eredivisie leaderboard now

The Sparta Rotterdam team with 12 points currently occupies the 16th place of the leaderboard, being in the qualifying place for the Relegation Play-off, with a campaign of 2 wins, 6 draws and 8 losses.

In the 17th round, the team has a small disadvantage of 2 points as opposed to Heracles Almelo who places just above in 15th place.

Sparta Rotterdam analysis

After round number 16 in Eredivisie, Sparta Rotterdam has 14 goals scored and 24 conceded.

Best goalscorer from Sparta Rotterdam

If we want to highlight a player from the team's attack at this stage, we have to name Camiel Neghli. The Attacker scored 5 goals in the current season, helping Sparta Rotterdam to achieve victory in several disputes.

Ajax

Eredivisie leaderboard now

The Ajax team with 36 points currently occupies the 2nd place of the leaderboard, being in the qualifying place for the UEFA Champions League, with a campaign of 11 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses.

Which means that, with no advantage related to points, the team is ahead the FC Utrecht team closing in at the 3rd place in the 17th round.

Ajax analysis

We have reached matchday 16 in Eredivisie and at the moment Ajax has made 35 goals and conceded 16.

As we approach the Regular Season, Ajax is gearing up for another gripping match. In the opening game, the team managed 5.56 shots on target, offering a glimpse into their offensive capabilities.

A team with great aspirations and abilities in the Eredivisie.

Usually, it is with an 60% average ball possession that the Ajax team tries to control the game. This is because typically, teams with ball possession above 50% have some control over their opponents.

With an away balance of 4 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws in the Eredivisie, Ajax usually leaves little room for opponents to win.

Ajax is a more offensive team than Sparta Rotterdam, having 1898 attacks vs. 1608 from Sparta Rotterdam, having scored 35 times, in comparison, Sparta Rotterdam converted into goal 14 times.

Best goalscorer from Ajax

There are always individualities that stand out in a squad and in the team's attack Wout Weghorst has held that position so far in the competition. Serving Ajax with 6 goals this season, the Attacker has been a key player in winning triumphs.

It should also be noted that 1 of the goals scored by the player were from the penalty spot.

Historical data: Ajax

With 36 titles won in the tournament’s history the Ajax team is one of the leading names in the competition. The team's record can influence the final result of the match and it would not be the first time that the team have managed to surprise their opponents with a victory at a time where they are in poor form.

For punters some entries may be relevant for this match, namely:

Goals Top Betting Tips

It can also be interesting to bet on who will score in this match. The featured player of Sparta Rotterdam is Camiel Neghli, who has already scored 5 goals in the competition. On the other hand, the leading scorer of Ajax is Wout Weghorst, he has scored in 6 opportunities.

A good time to bet for those watching the live game is in the 75-90 minute period where most goals happen.

Bets on the under 2.5 goals market is an alternative because adding the goals scored at home by Sparta Rotterdam 0.88 and the average conceding goals of the visiting team Ajax 1.88 does not exceed the average of 3 goals, suggesting a good entry in this market.

Currently, at Bet365, the odds for the Total Goals Under 2.5 market are quoted at 2.15.

Handicap Betting Tip

It is very clear the huge favoritism that Ajax has for this match. The difference between the teams is big, and that should be evident in the final result. Therefore, a good bet for this clash is on the Asian handicap of -1.5 in favor of the visiting team.

Corners Top Betting Tips

The number of corners of both teams when combine gives an average of 5.44 corners per game, something to explore to gain good betting results.

Cards Top Betting Tips

Highly disciplined, the teams have an average of only 3.5 yellow cards per match, when added together. In other words, the 'Under 4.5 cards' option looks like a great alternative for bettors.

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