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Sparta Rotterdam v PEC Zwolle Stats

Data last updated: Thu 03 Sep 2026, 08:32 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Sparta Rotterdam and PEC Zwolle meet in an Eredivisie clash where both sides have shown attacking intent but defensive vulnerabilities early in the season. Sparta Rotterdam, sitting 12th with 4 points, have a higher average of corners and shots, reflecting their proactive wing play and pressing style. PEC Zwolle, ranked 14th with 3 points, tend to absorb pressure and rely on quick transitions, which often lead to set-piece situations. This tactical contrast and recent form suggest a match with frequent territorial shifts and multiple corner opportunities for both teams.

BT4Y best bet

Over 9.5 Corners

  • Sparta Rotterdam average 4.75 corners per game, PEC Zwolle 3.5, combining for over 8 on average
  • Both teams have attacking styles that generate wide play and set-piece chances
  • Recent matches show Sparta Rotterdam involved in games with high corner counts
  • Model estimates a 69% chance for over 9.5 corners, indicating strong statistical support

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies a 69% probability for over 9.5 corners, driven by Sparta Rotterdam's aggressive wing play and PEC Zwolle's defensive approach that concedes set pieces. Both teams average a combined 8.25 corners per game, with Sparta's 4.75 corners per match notably high. The match tempo and tactical styles favor frequent wide attacks and defensive clearances leading to corners. The level at 79% and a positive of 9.1% confirm this as a statistically supported pick without price sensitivity.

Sparta Rotterdam corner average4.75 per game
Strong positive
PEC Zwolle corner average3.5 per game
Positive
Model chance for Over 9.5 Corners69%
Strong positive
Value edge9.1%
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a match with sustained wing play and defensive pressure that typically generates numerous corners. Sparta Rotterdam's proactive style combined with PEC Zwolle's tendency to concede set pieces supports the over 9.5 corners selection. The statistical data and tactical setup align well to suggest a lively contest with frequent corner kicks.

Main risk

Corner volume can be sterile if territory does not become shots, crosses or repeat box entries.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Corners market rationale

“Sparta Rotterdam’s attacking width and PEC Zwolle’s defensive transitions create a fertile ground for corners, making over 9.5 corners a compelling angle supported by both data and playing styles.”

Key Data Signals

Over 9.5 Corners evidence

Sparta Rotterdam average 4.75 corners per game, PEC Zwolle 3.5, combining for over 8 on average

Both teams have attacking styles that generate wide play and set-piece chances

Recent matches show Sparta Rotterdam involved in games with high corner counts

Model estimates a 69% chance for over 9.5 corners, indicating strong statistical support

What To Watch In The Data

Over 9.5 Corners notes

  • In the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals per game is 2.4, indicating moderately open games.
  • Over the last five matches, both teams have shown tendencies toward open play and transitions that generate set-piece situations.
  • These trends suggest a tempo conducive to multiple corners, supporting the over 9.5 corners selection.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Sparta Rotterdam1.75
Avg goals scored
PEC Zwolle1
Sparta Rotterdam1.75
Avg goals conceded
PEC Zwolle2
Sparta Rotterdam75%
BTTS rate
PEC Zwolle50%
Sparta Rotterdam75%
Over 2.5 goals
PEC Zwolle50%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 75% vs implied 69% · edge +5.6 pts
1.44
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 44%
2.7
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 78%
1.12
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 60%
1.44
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 42%
2.1
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 29%
2.62
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Both teams have moderate goal-scoring and conceding rates, with Sparta Rotterdam averaging 1.75 goals for and against, and PEC Zwolle slightly lower. BTTS rates are 75% for Sparta and 50% for PEC Zwolle, indicating some openness but not extreme. This balance suggests a game with attacking moments but also defensive caution, which can translate into set-piece opportunities rather than high goal volume.

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Market odds

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Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 75% vs implied 69% · edge +5.6 pts
1.44
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Sparta Rotterdam Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 63%
1.52
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Sparta Rotterdam to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.73
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PEC Zwolle Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 42%
2.42
Check odds @ 2.42
PEC Zwolle to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.9
Check odds @ 3.9
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 60%
1.44
Check odds @ 1.44
DrawBet365 guide price · model 27%
4
Check odds @ 4
The Over 9.5 Corners market is priced attractively at 1.67 with a of 69%, indicating clear value. The positive of 9.1% and strong suggest this is a well-supported bet rather than a price-sensitive watch. would need to shorten significantly to reduce value appeal.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Sparta Rotterdam4.75
Avg corners for
PEC Zwolle3.5
Sparta Rotterdam12.25
Avg total corners
PEC Zwolle10.5
Sparta Rotterdam1.25
Avg yellow cards
PEC Zwolle1.25
Sparta Rotterdam12.5
Avg shots
PEC Zwolle11
Market aligned with main pickOver 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · Model 69% vs implied 60% · edge +9.1 pts
1.67
Check odds @ 1.67
Sparta Rotterdam averages 12.5 shots and 4.75 corners per game, reflecting active wing play and offensive pressure. PEC Zwolle’s 11 shots and 3.5 corners per game show they also generate chances but concede defensive set pieces. Both teams average 1.25 yellow cards, indicating moderate fouling that can lead to set-piece situations and corner opportunities through free kicks and defensive clearances.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Sparta Rotterdam

LDWL
Last 51W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 2L
29 Aug 2026A Excelsior1-2
22 Aug 2026H Utrecht3-3
14 Aug 2026A Telstar3-1
09 Aug 2026H Feyenoord0-1

PEC Zwolle

LWLL
Last 51W 0D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 3L
29 Aug 2026H NEC Nijmegen1-3
22 Aug 2026A Heerenveen2-0
16 Aug 2026A Twente1-3
09 Aug 2026H Ajax0-2
Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBetUK guide price · Model 81% vs implied 80% · edge +0.7 pts
1.25
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Away / DrawBetUK guide price · model 56%
2.05
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Sparta Rotterdam Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 63%
1.52
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Sparta Rotterdam to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.73
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PEC Zwolle Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 42%
2.42
Check odds @ 2.42
PEC Zwolle to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.9
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 27%
4
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Recent form shows Sparta Rotterdam involved in matches with a 75% rate of over 2.5 goals and BTTS, reflecting open play and attacking intent that often leads to corners. PEC Zwolle’s more cautious approach yields a 50% over 2.5 rate but still contributes to corner opportunities through defensive pressure. This recent pattern supports the likelihood of exceeding 9.5 corners in this fixture.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

4Sparta Rotterdam wins
3Draws
3PEC Zwolle wins
08 Mar 2026Sparta Rotterdam v PEC Zwolle1-1
08 Nov 2025PEC Zwolle v Sparta Rotterdam1-0
15 Mar 2025Sparta Rotterdam v PEC Zwolle1-1
30 Nov 2024PEC Zwolle v Sparta Rotterdam1-0
04 Feb 2024Sparta Rotterdam v PEC Zwolle0-2
12 Aug 2023PEC Zwolle v Sparta Rotterdam1-2
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 75% vs implied 69% · edge +5.6 pts
1.44
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Sparta Rotterdam to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
PEC Zwolle to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.9
Check odds @ 3.9
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 60%
1.44
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 27%
4
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The ten previous meetings between Sparta Rotterdam and PEC Zwolle average 2.4 goals per game, reflecting moderately open contests. While corner data is limited, the goal tempo and tactical setups in these matches suggest a balanced game with opportunities for wide play and defensive clearances, indirectly supporting a higher corner count.
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Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

Eredivisie

Sparta Rotterdam4
Played
PEC Zwolle4
Sparta Rotterdam1.8
Avg goals for
PEC Zwolle1
Sparta Rotterdam1.8
Avg goals against
PEC Zwolle2
Sparta Rotterdam0
Clean sheets
PEC Zwolle1
Best odds for this sectionSparta Rotterdam Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 66% · edge -2.4 pts
1.52
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Sparta Rotterdam to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
1.73
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PEC Zwolle Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 42%
2.42
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PEC Zwolle to WinBetMGM guide price · model 30%
3.9
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Season-long data confirms Sparta Rotterdam’s high corner average of 4.75 per game, driven by their offensive style and wing control. PEC Zwolle’s 3.5 corners per game complement this, reflecting their defensive concessions and counter-attacking play. The combined corner rate supports the over 9.5 corners market as a realistic outcome based on season trends.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
12Sparta Rotterdam441120
14PEC Zwolle34103-4
Both teams sit in the lower mid-table with Sparta Rotterdam 12th and PEC Zwolle 14th, indicating a competitive fixture with both sides eager to assert themselves. While league position does not directly influence corners, the stakes encourage active wing play and pressing, which typically increase corner counts.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

75%Sparta Rotterdam Over 2.5
50%PEC Zwolle Over 2.5
2.4H2H avg goals
In the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals per game is 2.4, indicating moderately open games. Over the last five matches, both teams have shown tendencies toward open play and transitions that generate set-piece situations. These trends suggest a tempo conducive to multiple corners, supporting the over 9.5 corners selection.

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