Spakenburg vs Katwijk tips and predictions

Close encounter expected in Tweede Divisie

On 20 Tweede Divisie points, tenth placed Spakenburg host sixth placed Katwijk. The visitors will be looking to increase the gap, but will they be adding to their 27 points?

It's unlikely to be one-sided but Katwijk are picked to run out with the win. Their fans can expect some high calibre football as the visitors tackle this one.

The hosts are setting out to put some of their latest underpowered outings in the past as they try to tighten things up here. Spakenburg's performances against live opposition have caused them a few concerns. They conceded at least once in 12 of their last 13 home matches which is a fact that will give some confidence to backers of the visiting side.

In a match-up that has various opinions, there is plenty of sense in supporting the visitors. Katwijk have been victorious in 10 of their last 18 matches. Their best performances have been secured by their confidence in front of goal. They've scored two or more goals in 7 of their last 10 games. If the hosts show any overconfidence the visitors will expect to enjoy further success here. Their recent defensive displays could be a key for them too. They have conceded no more than once in 15 of their last 18 matches.

To be fair, it won't be a surprise to see them end up in deadlock. The sportsbooks are expecting both sides to get in on the act as they could be well matched. However, the odds-against for the BTTS No looks slightly more tempting here. As for the goal line, it's under 2.5 goals in this game considering the price on offer.

The hosts come off a 2-0 defeat last Saturday against Hardenberg.