Having defeated Sparta Rotterdam away from home, Feyenoord got off to a smooth start in the Eredivisie.

Thanh VinhAugust 9, 2026 12:22

Valente's solitary goal in the 35th minute secured a 0-1 victory for Feyenoord against Sparta Rotterdam at the Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel in the opening round of the Eredivisie. This narrow defeat leaves Sparta Rotterdam empty-handed on their opening day, while Feyenoord earns their first win in the Dutch league.

Sparta Rotterdam0 - 1FeyenoordEnd
  • 0'The match has started.

    Sparta Rotterdam hosts Feyenoord.

  • 13'The match is evenly contested, with no goals yet.

    By the 13th minute, Sparta Rotterdam and Feyenoord were locked in a fairly balanced match with the score tied.0 - 0Although Sparta Rotterdam had a slight advantage in possession (53% - 47%), Feyenoord had the edge in shots on goal with 1-2. However, neither side had a single shot on target to break the deadlock.

  • 25'Feyenoord dominated possession but were unable to open the scoring.

    After 25 minutes of play, Feyenoord had a slight advantage in terms of possession.44% - 56%same number of shots3 - 7against Sparta Rotterdam. Although they had a slight advantage in corner kicks.1 - 3The away team has yet to make a difference, with the number of shots on target from both sides remaining at 0.0 - 0and the temporary score remains0 - 0.

  • 35'L. Valente scored the opening goal for Feyenoord.

    35th minute,FeyenoordThey solidified their dominance with the opening goal.L. Valenteafter tectonic plateG. ZechielThe goal gave the visitors a 0-1 lead, accurately reflecting the match's dynamics as they dominated possession and pressed Sparta Rotterdam.

  • 37'Feyenoord dominated Sparta Rotterdam in the first half.

    As of the 37th minute,FeyenoordSparta Rotterdam continued to dominate the game with a 39% - 61% possession rate and maintained a 0-1 lead. The visitors constantly besieged the opponent's goal, having a superior number of shots (3 - 12, 0 - 2 on target) and 1 - 4 corner kicks, leaving Sparta Rotterdam completely overwhelmed.

  • 39'C. Terho received a yellow card after a foul involving pulling an opponent.

    39th minute,C. SethoSparta Rotterdam received a yellow card from the referee for a foul (holding). Trailing 0-1 against Feyenoord, the home team faced even greater difficulties as they were constantly struggling to defend against the opponent's attacks.

  • 45'End of the first half

    At the end of the first half, the score was 0-1.

  • 46'The second half has begun.

    The second half has begun.

  • 49'Feyenoord completely dominated Sparta Rotterdam.

    In the 49th minute, Feyenoord continued to maintain complete dominance despite leading 0-1. The visitors were superior in terms of possession.33% - 67%and completely dominated in terms of finishing.3 - 16(hit the target)0 - 3), forcing Sparta Rotterdam to retreat deep into their own half and endure the onslaught.

  • 57'Sparta Rotterdam makes a substitution: R. van Cruijsen replaces C. Terho

    In the 57th minute, Sparta Rotterdam made a substitution whenR. van Cruijsenwas brought onto the field as a substitute forC. SethoThe player who was substituted earlier received a yellow card in the 39th minute, and the home team needed a fresh impetus to find an equalizer after trailing Feyenoord 0-1.

  • 58'C. Vanhoutte received a yellow card after a foul.

    58th minute,C. VanhoutteFeyenoord received a yellow card after a foul involving tripping an opposing player. Although Feyenoord were still dominating the game and leading 0-1, this yellow card meant the visiting midfielder needed to play more cautiously for the remainder of the match.

  • 61'Feyenoord completely dominated Sparta Rotterdam.

    In the 61st minute, Feyenoord continued to maintain complete dominance over Sparta Rotterdam with a ball possession rate of 33% - 67%. The visitors relentlessly bombarded the opponent's goal with 5 shots - 19 (0 - 5 on target) and a superior number of corners (2 - 8), forcing the home team to defend desperately to maintain the 0 - 1 scoreline.

  • 62'Sparta Rotterdam brought M. Zonneveld onto the field.

    In the 62nd minute, Sparta Rotterdam decided to make a substitution whenM. Zonneveldwas brought onto the field to replaceN. ThorissonWith Feyenoord trailing 0-1, the home team hoped this adjustment would bring a fresh impetus to their attack.

  • 62'Sparta Rotterdam makes a substitution, A. Roaldsoy comes on.

    62nd minute,Sparta Rotterdamimplement personnel changes whenA. RoaldsoyHe was brought onto the field as a substitute.J. ToornstraWith Feyenoord trailing 0-1, the home team desperately needed personnel changes in the hope of finding an equalizer.

  • 71'Feyenoord makes a substitution: Nacho replaces A. Ueda.

    In the 71st minute, Feyenoord made a substitution, withdrawing a player.A. Uedatake a break and then release.NachoThey entered the field. The visiting team wanted to strengthen their squad with young players in order to protect their 0-1 lead at Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel.

  • 71'Feyenoord makes a substitution: T. Wessels comes on.

    71st minute,Feyenoordmake personnel changes whenT. Wesselswas brought on as a substitute.T. KraaijeveldWith a 1-0 lead already secured, this addition helped the visiting team maintain their fresh energy for the remainder of the match.

  • 72'Feyenoord made a substitution, with J. Zinhagel coming on in the 72nd minute.

    In the 72nd minute, Feyenoord made a substitution.J. Zingagelwas brought onto the field to replaceG. DiarraThe away team is leading 0-1 and wants to consolidate their formation to maintain the initiative for the remainder of the match.

  • 73'Feyenoord dominated Sparta Rotterdam.

    In the 73rd minute, Feyenoord continued to dominate the game, controlling possession with 37% - 63%. The visitors' superiority was further demonstrated by a shot difference of 6 - 20 (0 - 6 on target) and 4 - 9 corner kicks, forcing Sparta Rotterdam into a defensive struggle to maintain the 0-1 scoreline.

  • 77'Sparta Rotterdam brought J. Ideho onto the field in search of an equalizer.

    In the 77th minute, Sparta Rotterdam decided to make a personnel change in their attack whenJ. Idehowas brought onto the field to replaceS. MitoThe home team is trailing 0-1 and is trying to increase the pressure in the remaining time of the match.

  • 77'Sparta Rotterdam brought M. van Bergen onto the field.

    In the 77th minute, Sparta Rotterdam decided to make a substitution whenM. van Bergencame onto the field as a substitute.A. SantosThe home team is trailing Feyenoord 0-1 and desperately needs a fresh attack to have any hope of finding an equalizer in the remaining time.

  • 82'Feyenoord made last-minute personnel changes.

    In the 82nd minute, Feyenoord made a substitution.S. van Persiecame onto the field as a substitute forA. Hadj MoussaThe away team wanted to refresh their squad in order to maintain their dominance and preserve the 0-1 scoreline in the remaining time.

  • 85'Feyenoord reinforced their midfield in the 85th minute.

    In the 85th minute, Feyenoord made a substitution.O. Targhallinecame onto the field as a substitute.C. VanhoutteWith Vanhoutte having already received a yellow card in the 58th minute, this adjustment may have been aimed at helping the visitors maintain security in midfield to protect their 0-1 lead in the final minutes.

  • 85'Feyenoord dominated Sparta Rotterdam at the end of the match.

    In the 85th minute, Feyenoord continued to exert relentless pressure on Sparta Rotterdam to protect their 0-1 lead. The visitors' dominance was evident in their possession ratio of 38% - 62% and the number of shots (6 - 21, with 0 - 6 on target), leaving the home team completely on the defensive.

  • KTFinal score: Sparta Rotterdam 0-1 Feyenoord

    The match ended with a score of 0-1.

Updated at 19:16 09/08/2026

Official lineup
Sparta Rotterdam
Diagram4-2-3-1Coach Rogier Meijer
Feyenoord
Diagram4-2-3-1· Coach Giovanni van Bronckhorst
1
Filip Bednarek
2
Lushendry Edward Martes
4
Bruno Martins Individual
3
Nick Verschuren
5
Bas Kuipers
8
Jens Toornstra
6
Marvin Young
7
Casper Terho
11
Ayoni Santos
10
Shunsuke Mito
9
Nökkvi Þórisson
1
Tjark Ernst
26
Givairo Read
24
Thijs Kraaijeveld
6
Jeremiah St Juste
35
Mika Marmol
8
Gjivai Zechiël
34
Charles Vanhoutte
23
Anis Hadj Moussa
10
Luciano Valente
27
Gaoussou Diarra
9
Ayase Ueda
Reserves
Sparta Rotterdam
20Rik Suur14Teo Quintero12Boyd Reith15Giannino Vianello18Robin van Cruijsen30Duncan Lindhout21Younes Jaber el Maftahi17Mitchell Van Bergen22Joel Ideho
Feyenoord
39Liam Bossin47Neraysho Kasanwirjo30Jordan Lotomba32Tijme Wessels20Mats Deijl22Tobias van den Elshout11Gonçalo Borges14Sem Steijn28Oussama Targhalline
Team lineup updated at 16:50 on 09/08/2026
Sparta RotterdamStatisticalFeyenoord
41%
Ball control
59%
10
Finish
22
0
Hit the target.
6
5
Corner kick
10
10
Committing a foul
8
5
Viet Vi
2
6
Goalkeeper makes a save.
1
Outstanding player
Luciano Valente
Luciano Valente
Feyenoord
1 table
Gjivai Zechiël
Gjivai Zechiël
Feyenoord
1 creation · 8.5 points
Bas Kuipers
Bas Kuipers
Sparta Rotterdam
Score 7.9
Mika Mármol
Mika Marmol
Feyenoord
Score 7.7
Filip Bednarek
Filip Bednarek
Sparta Rotterdam
Score 7.6
Jeremiah St Juste
Jeremiah St Juste
Feyenoord
Score 7.3

At 5:15 PM on August 9th, 2026, the match between Sparta Rotterdam and Feyenoord in the Dutch Eredivisie will officially take place at the Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel. This encounter is of significant importance to both teams at the start of the season.

The preparation of the two teams in the standings.

Entering this match, both teams are at the starting line in the Eredivisie. Feyenoord is currently ranked 11th in the standings with 0 points. Meanwhile, the home team Sparta Rotterdam is temporarily in 13th place and also has no points.

Playing at their home stadium, Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel, is a huge morale boost for Sparta Rotterdam. The support from their home crowd will further motivate the team to strive for a favorable result against a strong opponent.

The head-to-head history favors Feyenoord.

In terms of recent head-to-head records, Feyenoord holds the upper hand. In the last five encounters between the two clubs, Feyenoord has won three matches, drawn one, and lost only one against Sparta Rotterdam.

These statistics show that Feyenoord often achieves good results when facing Sparta Rotterdam. However, past advantages do not guarantee an easy match, as the home team is determined to improve their head-to-head record.

Predicting the course of the match.

With a superior squad and a better head-to-head record, Feyenoord are likely to take the initiative and push forward to control the game. Conversely, Sparta Rotterdam may choose a cautious approach, prioritizing safety in their own half before launching counter-attacks.

The match at Sparta Stadion Het Kasteel promises to be a close contest as both teams aim to accumulate their first points in the Dutch Eredivision.

History of confrontationslast 5 matches
Sparta Rotterdam · 1 win1 drawFeyenoord · 3 wins
18/01/2026
Feyenoord
3 - 4
Sparta Rotterdam
SR
31/08/2025
Sparta Rotterdam
0 - 4
Feyenoord
FEY
09/02/2025
Feyenoord
3 - 0
Sparta Rotterdam
FEY
25/08/2024
Sparta Rotterdam
1 - 1
Feyenoord
Peace
12/02/2024
Feyenoord
2 - 0
Sparta Rotterdam
FEY
Sparta Rotterdam
last 5 matches
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0-0-0
THB
0
Record (TB 0.0)
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Conceding a goal
Feyenoord
last 5 matches
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0
Match
0-0-0
THB
0
Record (TB 0.0)
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Conceding a goal
Rankings
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1Excelsior1100+43T
2GO Ahead Eagles1100+33T
3AZ Alkmaar1100+23T
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Force situation
Sparta Rotterdam
J. Baas(Yellow Cards)
J. Baas(Yellow Cards)
Feyenoord
T. Beelen(Broken Leg)
J. Boss(Knee Injury)
J. Moder(Knee Injury)
B. Nieuwkoop(Injury)
G. Small(Inactive)
T. Watanabe(Injury)
G. Diarra(Inactive)
T. Beelen(Broken Leg)

*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).

Thanh Vinh