Utrecht vs Fortuna Sittard
Match recap
Utrecht beat Fortuna Sittard 2–0 in their Eredivisie fixture. de Wit and Min scored for Utrecht. Expected-goals data put the chance balance at 2.09 for Utrecht versus 0.48 for Fortuna Sittard. Utrecht sit 6th in the Eredivisie table while Fortuna Sittard are 11th.
Analysis
As the Eredivisie season nears its climax, Utrecht host Fortuna Sittard in a fixture promising goals and a tight contest. Both teams have shown attacking intent recently, setting the stage for an entertaining encounter.
Utrecht currently sit 7th with a solid goal difference, while Fortuna Sittard are 11th, struggling defensively. Historically, their meetings have been close, with Utrecht holding a slight edge in wins. The match kicks off at Stadion Galgenwaard, where Utrecht have been particularly effective.
The predicted halftime score of 1-1 suggests an open first half, with both sides finding the net. Utrecht's Dani De Wit is a key figure, boasting 7 goals this season and a knack for home scoring. Fortuna's Kaj Sierhuis counters with 8 goals and recent away form. Defensive discipline will be tested, with an expected four cards reflecting the competitive nature.
Prediction
Our forecast sees Utrecht edging out Fortuna Sittard 2-1 by fulltime, capitalising on home advantage and superior goal difference. The match promises a balanced contest but ultimately favours the hosts to take all three points.
Outcome probability
Key Insights
Utrecht's strong home scoring form
Utrecht has scored in all last 5 home games, leveraging home advantage effectively
De Wit as dual threat
Dani De Wit leads in goals and assists, central to Utrecht's attack
Fortuna's recent scoring streak
Fortuna has scored in 4 of last 5 away games, showing attacking resilience
El Karouani's set-piece impact
El Karouani's crossing and assists from defense provide attacking width and threat
No major injuries reported
Both teams have no key injuries, likely full-strength squads
Key Takeaways
In summary, expect a spirited game with goals from both sides, but Utrecht's consistent home form and key players like De Wit should secure a narrow victory. Fortuna will push hard, but the home crowd's backing could prove decisive.
- Utrecht lead head-to-head with 5 wins to Fortuna Sittard's 4 in 15 meetings.
- Average goals in their past encounters stand at 3.1, indicating attacking openness.
- Utrecht rank 7th with 50 points; Fortuna Sittard are 11th with 39 points.
- Utrecht's goal difference (+11) is significantly better than Fortuna Sittard's (-12).
- Dani De Wit has scored 7 goals this season, excelling in home matches.
- Kaj Sierhuis is Fortuna's top scorer with 8 goals, showing strong away form.
- The match is expected to feature 4 total cards, reflecting competitive intensity.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Utrecht
Away — Fortuna Sittard
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
de Wit
Assist: Zechiël
Limnios
Justin Quincy Hubner
Oukili
Yellow Card
Haller
Eerdhuijzen
Karlsson
Min
Assist: Zechiël
Vesterlund
Oukili
Sierhuis
Brittijn
de Wit
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  PSV Eindhoven | 34 | 27 | 3 | 4 | +56 | 84 |
| 5 |  Ajax | 34 | 14 | 14 | 6 | +21 | 56 |
| 6 |  Utrecht | 34 | 15 | 8 | 11 | +13 | 53 |
| 7 |  AZ Alkmaar | 34 | 14 | 10 | 10 | +7 | 52 |
| 10 |  Sparta Rotterdam | 34 | 12 | 7 | 15 | -22 | 43 |
| 11 |  Fortuna Sittard | 34 | 11 | 6 | 17 | -14 | 39 |
| 12 |  GO Ahead Eagles | 34 | 8 | 14 | 12 | +1 | 38 |
Match Statistics
Utrecht
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 1Vasilis Cornelius BarkasG
- 3Mike Adrianus Wilhelmus van der HoornD
- 10Yoann CathlineM
- 11Karl Jesper KarlssonM
- 16Souffian El KarouaniD
- 20Dani de WitM
- 21Gjivai ZechiëlM
- 23Niklas Brøndsted Vesterlund NielsenD
- 27Alonzo Tim Engwanda-OngenaM
- 44Mike EerdhuijzenD
- 91Sébastien Romain Teddy HallerF
Substitutes
- 2Siebe HoremansD
- 5Emeka AdeileD
- 8Can BozdoğanM
- 9David MinF
- 15Adrian BlakeF
- 18A. StepanovF
- 24Nick ViergeverD
- 33Kevin GadellaaG
- 43Rafik El ArguiouiM
- 51Mees EppinkG
- 53Neal Roëll ViereckD
- 57Per KloosterboerD
Fortuna Sittard
3-4-3Starting XI
- 5Yassin OukiliM
- 6Syb van OtteleD
- 7Kristoffer Paul PetersonF
- 8Jasper DahlhausM
- 9Kaj SierhuisF
- 18Dimitrios LimniosF
- 21Neraysho Meritchio KasanwirjoM
- 23Philip BrittijnD
- 28Justin Quincy HubnerD
- 31Mattijs BranderhorstG
- 70Lance DuijvestijnM
Substitutes
- 1Luuk KoopmansG
- 10Alen HalilovićM
- 12Ivo PintoD
- 25Niels MartensG
- 38Tristan SchenkhuizenM
- 40Ganni BuyukhanM
- 41Alhaji BahD
- 42Dean BisschopsD
- 46Moussa GbemouM
- 52Mohamed Amine IhattarenM
Utrecht
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjivai Zechiël | M | 90 | 8.2 | — | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3/3 |
| Dani De Wit | M | 82 | 7.7 | 1 | — | 3 | 1 | 2 | — |
| Niklas Vesterlund | D | 72 | 7.3 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Mike Van der Hoorn(C) | D | 90 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mike Eerdhuijzen | D | 64 | 7.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Jesper Karlsson | M | 64 | 7.2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1/1 |
| Alonzo Engwanda | M | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Souffian El Karouani | D | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | — | 4 | 1/4 |
| Vasilis Barkas | G | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yoann Cathline | M | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 2/4 |
| Sébastien Haller | F | 63 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Artem Stepanov | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mees Eppink | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Per Kloosterboer | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Emeka Adeile | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Neal Viereck | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kevin Gadellaa | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Can Bozdoğan | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| David Min | F | 27 | 7.3 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Siebe Horemans | D | 18 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nick Viergever | D | 26 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rafik El Arguioui | M | 8 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Adrian Blake | F | 26 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Fortuna Sittard
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mattijs Branderhorst | G | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Syb Van Ottele | D | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Lance Duijvestijn | M | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 0/1 |
| Neraysho Kasanwirjo | M | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/1 |
| Kaj Sierhuis(C) | F | 79 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Dimitris Limnios | F | 45 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 0/1 |
| Jasper Dahlhaus | M | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2/4 |
| Philip Brittijn | D | 79 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Justin Hubner | D | 45 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yassin Oukili | M | 79 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Kristoffer Peterson | F | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/4 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Niels Martens | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ganni Buyukhan | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alhaji Bah | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Luuk Koopmans | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Daan Bisschops | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tristan Schenkhuizen | M | 11 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Ivo Pinto | D | 45 | 6.7 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/1 |
| Mohamed Ihattaren | M | 45 | 6.7 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0/1 |
| Alen Halilović | M | 11 | 6.7 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Moussa Gbemou | M | 11 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |