Feyenoord Rotterdam are favored to win as they sit 2nd in the Eredivisie with 11 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses and a +21 goal difference, while Sparta Rotterdam are mid-table with 7 wins, 2 draws, 8 losses and a -13 goal difference. Early market odds price Feyenoord around 1.35 to win, the draw at 5.00 and Sparta Rotterdam at 8.50, reflecting their stronger form and attacking depth with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match between Feyenoord Rotterdam and Sparta Rotterdam on 18 January 2026 is scheduled to start at 3:45 PM local time in the Netherlands, which is 2:45 PM UTC in winter. Fans worldwide should convert from Central European Time to their own timezone to follow the game live.

The game will be played at De Kuip in Rotterdam, the iconic home of Feyenoord with a capacity of roughly 51,000 spectators and a traditionally intense derby atmosphere. Located in Rotterdam-Zuid with excellent public transport access, De Kuip is known for its steep stands that keep supporters very close to the pitch.

Based on current league standings and recent form, Feyenoord are projected to win with implied probabilities of roughly 70–75% from odds near 1.35, while Sparta’s chance sits below 15% at around 8.50 and the draw covers the remaining margin. Value seekers may look at Feyenoord -1.5 on the handicap at approximately 1.95, given Feyenoord’s strong goal difference and Sparta’s negative defensive record.

In recent Eredivisie meetings over the last few seasons, Feyenoord have dominated Sparta Rotterdam, typically winning most encounters and often by more than one goal, especially at De Kuip. Sparta’s rare positive results in this Rotterdam derby have generally come at home, reinforcing Feyenoord’s historical advantage when they host this fixture.