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GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam prediction: correct score and AI tips

GO Ahead EaglesGO Ahead Eagles–Sparta RotterdamSparta Rotterdam

Match analysis

Eredivisie, matchday 8: GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam kicks off on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 15:30 (UK time). Venue: De Adelaarshorst, Deventer. GO Ahead Eagles start as favourites with a 57% chance of victory; Sparta Rotterdam are given 22% and the draw 21%. On the correct score, 2-1 comes out on top (9.6%), followed by 1-1 (9.0%) and 2-0 (7.6%).

GO Ahead Eagles have won just one of their last 5 matches (3 draws, 1 defeat), scoring 11 and conceding 12. Sparta Rotterdam have won just one of their last 5 matches (2 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 10 and conceding 12. Both sides come in with similar form. On average GO Ahead Eagles score 2.20 and concede 2.40 goals per game; Sparta Rotterdam score 2.00 and concede 2.40. In the table, GO Ahead Eagles sit 9th with 10 points from 7 games, Sparta Rotterdam 12th with 5 points from 7. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, GO Ahead Eagles have averaged 1.39 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.96 for Sparta Rotterdam.

In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for GO Ahead Eagles, 1 for Sparta Rotterdam and 1 draw. The most recent ended Sparta Rotterdam 2-2 GO Ahead Eagles (May 3, 2026). GO Ahead Eagles out or doubtful: P. Saathof and E. Waayers. Sparta Rotterdam: S. Mito. In double chance terms, "GO Ahead Eagles or draw" stands at 78%, "Sparta Rotterdam or draw" at 43% and "no draw" at 79%.

In short : GO Ahead Eagles are tipped by our AI model in this GO Ahead Eagles v Sparta Rotterdam (57%). In the table, GO Ahead Eagles (9th, 10 pts) host Sparta Rotterdam (12th, 5 pts). Our model's most likely scoreline: 2-1.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

57%
GO Ahead Eagles (Win)
21%
Draw
22%
Sparta Rotterdam (Win)

Double chance

78%
GO Ahead Eagles or draw
43%
Sparta Rotterdam or draw
79%
No draw

Most likely correct scores

Scores shown as GO Ahead Eagles – Sparta Rotterdam. 2-1 is the single most likely scoreline (9.6%); the 5 scores below add up to 40% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.

ScoreProbability
GO Ahead Eagles 2-1 Sparta Rotterdam9.6%
GO Ahead Eagles 1-1 Sparta Rotterdam9.0%
GO Ahead Eagles 2-0 Sparta Rotterdam7.6%
GO Ahead Eagles 1-0 Sparta Rotterdam7.1%
GO Ahead Eagles 3-1 Sparta Rotterdam6.9%

Goals: both teams to score, over/under

With 2.14 expected goals for GO Ahead Eagles and 1.27 for Sparta Rotterdam, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 66% and "both teams to score" at 64%. Goals look likely in this one. GO Ahead Eagles keep a clean sheet in 28% of scenarios, Sparta Rotterdam in 12%.

Probability
GO Ahead Eagles expected goals2.14
Sparta Rotterdam expected goals1.27
Both teams to score64%
Over 1.5 goals85%
Over 2.5 goals66%
Over 3.5 goals44%
GO Ahead Eagles clean sheet28%
Sparta Rotterdam clean sheet12%

Recent form

Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.

GO Ahead Eagles

DateOpponentScore
Sep 12, 2026Groningen · Eredivisie1-1D
Sep 8, 2026Utrecht · Eredivisie3-3D
Aug 29, 2026AZ Alkmaar · Eredivisie2-5L
Aug 23, 2026ADO Den Haag · Eredivisie3-1W
Aug 16, 2026Feyenoord · Eredivisie2-2D

Sparta Rotterdam

DateOpponentScore
Sep 13, 2026PSV Eindhoven · Eredivisie1-4L
Sep 4, 2026PEC Zwolle · Eredivisie2-2D
Aug 29, 2026Excelsior · Eredivisie1-2L
Aug 22, 2026Utrecht · Eredivisie3-3D
Aug 14, 2026Telstar · Eredivisie3-1W

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
GO Ahead Eagles9107
Sparta Rotterdam1257

Head-to-head

DateScoreCompetition
May 3, 2026Sparta Rotterdam 2-2 GO Ahead EaglesEredivisie
Aug 23, 2025GO Ahead Eagles 0-3 Sparta RotterdamEredivisie

Out and doubtful

GO Ahead Eagles

  • P. Saathof (out)
  • E. Waayers (out)

Sparta Rotterdam

  • S. Mito (out)

Most regular starters

GO Ahead Eagles

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Sampsted5/5
  • D. James5/5
  • E. Linthorst5/5
  • J. Kramer5/5
  • K. Haug5/5
  • M. Suray5/5
  • S. Tengstedt5/5
  • V. Edvardsen5/5
  • J. Dirksen4/5
  • M. Meulensteen4/5
  • E. Flataker3/5

Sparta Rotterdam

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • B. Kuipers5/5
  • J. Baas5/5
  • L. Martes5/5
  • M. Young5/5
  • B. Martins Indi4/5
  • S. Mito4/5
  • C. Terho3/5
  • F. Bednarek3/5
  • M. van Bergen3/5
  • M. Zonneveld3/5
  • N. Verschuren3/5

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Frequently asked questions

What is the GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam prediction?

Our AI gives GO Ahead Eagles a 57% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Sparta Rotterdam 22%. GO Ahead Eagles are therefore favourites.

What is the most likely correct score for GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam?

2-1 (9.6%), followed by 1-1 (9.0%), 2-0 (7.6%), 1-0 (7.1%) and 3-1 (6.9%).

Will both teams score in GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam?

The probability that both GO Ahead Eagles and Sparta Rotterdam score is 64%. GO Ahead Eagles have a 28% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Sparta Rotterdam 12%.

How many goals should we expect in GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam?

The model expects 3.41 goals (2.14 for GO Ahead Eagles, 1.27 for Sparta Rotterdam). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 85%, over 2.5 goals 66%, over 3.5 goals 44%.

When and where is GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam played?

Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 15:30 (UK time), Eredivisie, matchday 8. Venue: De Adelaarshorst, Deventer.

What form are GO Ahead Eagles and Sparta Rotterdam in?

GO Ahead Eagles: 1 win, 3 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (11 scored, 12 conceded). Sparta Rotterdam: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 12 conceded).

What is the head-to-head record between GO Ahead Eagles and Sparta Rotterdam?

In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for GO Ahead Eagles, 1 for Sparta Rotterdam and 1 draw. The most recent ended Sparta Rotterdam 2-2 GO Ahead Eagles (May 3, 2026).

How is the GO Ahead Eagles vs Sparta Rotterdam prediction calculated?

The model estimates each team's expected goals (2.14 for GO Ahead Eagles, 1.27 for Sparta Rotterdam) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.

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