Match report
Sparta Rotterdam Stuns Feyenoord with 4-3 Victory in Eredivisie
Feyenoord
3–4
FT
Sparta Rotterdam
Jan 18, 2026
Sparta Rotterdam stunned top-tier opposition by defeating Feyenoord with an impressive 4-3 scoreline in a dramatic Eredivisie match. Sparta's offensive display, led by goals from Kitolano and Mito, showcased their resilience against the formidable home side.
Key Facts
- • Sparta Rotterdam defeated Feyenoord 4-3 in an Eredivisie match.
- • Goals for Sparta: J. Kitolano (2), S. Mito, and M. van Bergen.
- • Feyenoord scored three goals through Hwang In-Beom and a brace from S. van Persie.
- • Early yellow cards were issued to J. Baas and A. Santos of Sparta Rotterdam.
Lineups
Feyenoord
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 22 T. Wellenreuther (G)
- 30 J. Lotomba (D)
- 21 A. Ahmedhodzic (D)
- 4 T. Watanabe (D)
- 15 J. Bos (D)
- 6 Hwang In-Beom (M)
- 40 L. Valente (M)
- 23 A. Hadj Moussa (M)
- 14 S. Steijn (M)
- 16 L. Sauer (M)
- 17 C. Tengstedt (F)
Substitutes
- 1 J. Bijlow
- 39 L. Bossin
- 43 J. Plug
- 72 H. Agboluaje
- 44 T. van den Elshout
- 8 Q. Timber
- 32 A. Sliti
- 11 G. Borges
- 49 S. van Persie
- 10 C. Larin
Sparta Rotterdam
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 J. Drommel (G)
- 2 L. Martes (D)
- 3 M. Young (D)
- 4 B. Martins Indi (D)
- 5 T. Quintero (D)
- 8 J. Kitolano (M)
- 6 J. Baas (M)
- 10 A. Santos (M)
- 7 M. van Bergen (F)
- 9 T. Lauritsen (F)
- 11 S. Mito (F)
Substitutes
- 20 F. Bednarek
- 30 P. Kuiper
- 15 M. Kleijn
- 13 S. Bakari
- 12 S. Sambo
- 14 T. Velthuis
- 17 P. van Aanholt
- 21 P. Clement
- 18 J. Toornstra
- 16 J. de Guzman
- 22 S. Ltaief
- 19 N. Thorisson
Timeline
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17' Sparta Rotterdam Card · Yellow CardJ. Baas
Time wasting
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23' Sparta Rotterdam Card · Yellow CardA. Santos
Foul
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38' Feyenoord Card · Yellow CardA. Hadj Moussa
Simulation
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40' Sparta Rotterdam Goal · Normal GoalJ. Kitolano · Assist: T. Lauritsen
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43' Sparta Rotterdam Card · Yellow CardL. Martes
Time wasting
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55' Sparta Rotterdam Goal · Normal GoalM. van Bergen
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62' Feyenoord subst · Substitution 1Off: C. Tengstedt · On: S. van Persie
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64' Feyenoord Goal · Normal GoalHwang In-Beom · Assist: L. Valente
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69' Sparta Rotterdam subst · Substitution 1Off: M. van Bergen · On: P. Clement
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71' Sparta Rotterdam Goal · Normal GoalS. Mito · Assist: P. Clement
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72' Feyenoord subst · Substitution 2Off: Hwang In-Beom · On: Q. Timber
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72' Feyenoord subst · Substitution 3Off: S. Steijn · On: C. Larin
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80' Sparta Rotterdam subst · Substitution 2Off: S. Mito · On: M. Kleijn
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80' Sparta Rotterdam subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Santos · On: S. Sambo
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82' Feyenoord subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Lotomba · On: T. van den Elshout
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87' Feyenoord Goal · Normal GoalS. van Persie · Assist: Q. Timber
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88' Feyenoord Goal · Normal GoalS. van Persie · Assist: L. Valente
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89' Sparta Rotterdam subst · Substitution 4Off: L. Martes · On: S. Bakari
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90' Sparta Rotterdam Goal · Normal GoalJ. Kitolano · Assist: P. Clement
Match Stats
| Stat | Feyenoord | Sparta Rotterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 6 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 77% |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 23 | 13 |
| Corners | 9 | 0 |
| Total Passes | 497 | 395 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 12 | 5 |
| xG | 1.69 | 1.60 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 5 |
| Possession | 56% | 44% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 415 | 306 |
| Shots Inside Box | 18 | 8 |
| Saves | 1 | 9 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Sparta Rotterdam took an early lead through Kitolano's goal in the 40th minute, setting the tone for a dominant first half.
- ▸ Feyenoord briefly leveled at 2-1 just before halftime with Hwang In-Beom's effort, but Sparta retaliated quickly to extend their lead.