Volendam vs Sparta Head-to-Head Stats and Form Comparison

Surface-level numbers suggest a competitive matchup, but the Strength of Schedule correction tells a different story. The favorite has earned their metrics against stiffer competition, exposing a meaningful performance gap between these two sides.

Both teams have faced similar levels of opposition (SoS: 58.8 vs 52.9), making the raw statistics a reliable comparison tool in this matchup.

Volendam holds the attacking edge with 1.5 goals per match versus Sparta's 1.0, though the gap isn't insurmountable.

The numbers tell a compelling defensive story for Volendam — 1.4 goals conceded per game and 2 clean sheets put them well ahead of Sparta, who give up 2.3 goals per match at the other end.

Volendam has not faced any elite-level opponents in their recent matches, making it difficult to assess their ceiling.

Sparta has struggled against elite opposition, winning only 0 of 3 matches. When the stakes are highest, their performance drops significantly.

Based on the combined statistics, expect 3.1 total goals. Over 2.5 goals is the statistical lean, with BTTS (Both Teams to Score) being likely.

❄️ Form Momentum: Sparta is struggling for form, winning just 1 of their last 10 matches. Teams in this state often lack the confidence to compete in tight moments.

⚠️ Risk Factor: Despite being the statistical favorite, Volendam faces a key vulnerability: their defense concedes 1.4 goals per match. If Sparta can exploit this, an upset becomes plausible.

💡 Why This Matters: The 17.4-point power rating gap between these teams translates to approximately a 85% win probability for Volendam. In practical terms, Volendam would win 8 out of 10 such matchups.

The numbers point firmly toward Volendam in this contest. Their superior power rating of 48.0, compared to 30.6 for the opposition, reflects a meaningful edge across the metrics that matter most when projecting an outcome.

In their recent Dutch Eredivisie match (2026-03-21), Sparta prevailed 2-0 against Volendam. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Sparta secured this victory at home, where they tend to be strongest. However, the next encounter could present a different challenge if the venue changes. Volendam will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Sparta will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost.