Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

In a Dutch Eredivisie match held on May 18, 2025, Fortuna Sittard and FC Utrecht played to a 0-0 draw at the Fortuna Sittard Stadion. The game saw a fairly even split in possession, with Fortuna Sittard holding 49.5% and FC Utrecht having 50.5%. Fortuna Sittard registered 12 total shots, but only 3 were on target, while FC Utrecht managed 5 shots on target from their 13 total attempts. Defensively, Fortuna Sittard's goalkeeper made 5 saves, compared to FC Utrecht's goalkeeper who made 2 saves. Fouls were a significant factor, with FC Utrecht committing a high 21 fouls, resulting in 0 yellow cards, while Fortuna Sittard committed 8 fouls and received 2 yellow cards.
The pre-game AI prediction favored FC Utrecht to win, with a 42.9% probability, and the model did not expect a balanced game. However, the actual result was a draw, demonstrating the unpredictability of football. Fortuna Sittard's recent form has been mixed, with two draws, two wins, and one loss in their last five matches, including a heavy defeat to PSV Eindhoven. FC Utrecht's form is also inconsistent, with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five, including a 4-0 victory over Ajax Amsterdam.
Looking at previous head-to-head encounters, the results have been varied. FC Utrecht won on their home ground twice in the last 5 direct matches (4-0 and 2-1) but Fortuna Sittard managed to win twice too on FC Utrecht's ground (5-2 and 2-1). Also both teams draw a game on Fortuna Sittard's ground (0-0). This draw follows a similar pattern to their previous encounter in Sittard. Both teams employed a 4-2-3-1 formation, potentially contributing to the stalemate.
Considering their recent form and upcoming matches, both teams will need to improve their attacking efficiency to secure wins. Fortuna Sittard must capitalize on their home advantage, while FC Utrecht needs to convert their possession into goals. The high number of fouls committed by FC Utrecht suggests a need for better discipline in future matches. The result reflects a tight contest where neither team could break the deadlock, going against the AI's pre-game prediction.

On May 18, 2025, Fortuna Sittard will face FC Utrecht at the Fortuna Sittard Stadion in a Dutch Eredivisie match. According to AI predictions, FC Utrecht is favored to win with a 42.9% probability, while Fortuna Sittard has a 30.9% chance of securing a home victory. The likelihood of a draw stands at 26.2%. Fortuna Sittard's recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five games. Meanwhile, FC Utrecht has shown stronger performances, securing three wins, one loss, and one draw.
FC Utrecht's key player, midfielder Victor Jensen, will be instrumental in dictating the tempo of the game, while their reliable striker, Adrian Blake, will be a constant threat to Fortuna Sittard's defense. Fortuna Sittard will rely on their home support to boost their performance. However, FC Utrecht's higher team rate of 0.696 compared to Fortuna Sittard's 0.482 suggests a significant advantage. Historical head-to-head records reveal a mixed bag of results, but the AI leans towards FC Utrecht capitalizing on their current form and squad strength to secure a victory on the road.