Sparta Rotterdam vs. Ajax

Ajax is in first place in the Netherlands Eredivisie standings anchored by an outstanding defense. They're in a look-ahead spot with a game against a Top 10 team on deck, Willem II. Ajax is dominant at home but has to head out on the road here where they have 5 DRAWS in their last 13 away contests. Sparta Rotterdam is not going to get in a wide-open affair as they prefer a slower tempo scoring 11 goals in 13 games. They've turned things around splitting their last two matches, including a 3-0 win over ninth-ranked Willem II. In their last six games, they have three 1-0 defeats along with a 1-1 DRAW versus Groningen. And half of their last 10 home games have ended in ties. Play Sparta Rotterdam/Ajax to DRAW.