Feyenoord vs Fortuna Sittard: Eredivisie Title Defense Begins
Reigning champions Feyenoord will kick off their Eredivisie title defense against Fortuna Sittard at the De Kuip on August 13, 2023. After suffering a 1-0 defeat to PSV in the Johan Cruyff Shield, Feyenoord aims to bounce back and secure a victory in their first league match of the season. On the other hand, Fortuna Sittard, who finished 13th in the league last season, will look to build on their recent friendly wins and challenge the reigning champions.
Feyenoord’s Recent Form:
Feyenoord suffered their first defeat of the season in the Johan Cruyff Shield, but they had an impressive preseason, going unbeaten in five friendlies. Despite the setback, Feyenoord will rely on their home advantage and aim to continue their dominance over Fortuna Sittard.
Fortuna Sittard’s Recent Form:
Fortuna Sittard finished 13th in the league last season, accumulating 36 points from 34 games. In their preseason friendlies, they secured two consecutive victories, including a 3-2 win against VVV. Although they have struggled against Feyenoord in recent encounters, Fortuna Sittard has managed to find the back of the net in 11 of their last 13 meetings.
Prediction:
Considering Feyenoord’s strong home record and their recent success against Fortuna Sittard, it is expected that Feyenoord will secure a narrow victory. The predicted scoreline for the match is Feyenoord 2-1 Fortuna.
