Albert
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5d
My Prediction
Sparta Rotterdam by 1Looky here, fine folks in the betting realm, we've got an Eredivisie showdown that might just stir you up – a little tussle between Sparta Rotterdam and RKC Waalwijk. Let's unpack this fixture, shall we?
We're dealing with two goalkeepers sporting close ratings: Nick Olij from the Sparta lads, sporting a 7.10 rating and just 4 saves. Let's contrast him with his Waalwijk counterpart, Joey Kesting, flashing a 7.05 rating and 5 saves. You can slice that whichever way you like but it's really all boiled down to potato-potato. Both are equally matched like a pair of old socks.
The pitch won't be lacking in skill, particularly when you glance over Waalwijk's roster. Mohamed Ihattaren, a player who probably has no idea what a goal is, but keeps that ball moving with an 86.5% pass accuracy. Then there's Denilho Cleonise with a 7.10 rating but an astounding ability to avoid kicking that ball anywhere near the goal. Nevertheless, they do have Oskar Zawada, who managed to slip one in the net, albeit with a mildly concerning 60.7% pass accuracy.
Sparta, on the other hand, brings in players like Camiel Neghli with a solid 7.65 rating and 0 goals but 4 shots on goal. The lad seems to love dancing with the goal but not dancing in it. Shunsuke Mito, meanwhile, managed to sneak one past the keeper, despite a passing accuracy that could give anyone with performance anxiety, some comfort.
Past matchups don't seem to advocate too heartily for Waalwijk. Our last four bouts saw them stooped under Rotterdam's boot thrice, with just a draw to keep the balance. This runner-on-the-coals season record doesn't help much either, sporting an unpalatable 1-4-13 compared to Sparta's slightly better tasting 2-7-9.
Looking at their recent matches, one might think Sparta have the edge. That is until they remember that an edge in a pit is still in a pit. Waalwijk did put up more points during recent games, but rarely came out on top.
So, if you're leaning a bit towards Sparta, well, I can't say I blame you. It’s about as predictable as choosing the winning horse in a carousel.
Albert’s Prediction: Sparta Rotterdam by 1