Sparta Rotterdam – PEC Zwolle

Sparta Rotterdam fought back from a two‑goal deficit to share the spoils 2‑2 with PEC Zwolle on their own turf, leaving both sides still hovering near the bottom of the table. The hosts moved onto 12th place with five points after one win, two draws and three losses, while Zwolle slipped to 16th with four points from one win, one draw and four defeats. Both clubs have now scored ten and six goals respectively, but have also conceded 13 and 17, underlining the defensive frailties that have defined their seasons. The encounter marked the third meeting between the two this campaign, the previous two having produced a draw and a win for neither side, keeping the head‑to‑head perfectly balanced. With the points shared, Sparta remains just a point ahead of Zwolle as the relegation battle tightens.