Sparta Rotterdam Too Strong for VOC Rotterdam in 4-0 Friendly Drubbing

Sparta Rotterdam demonstrated their class and depth in a pre-season friendly against amateur side VOC Rotterdam on July 8, 2026, cruising to a comprehensive 4-0 win at the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion. The Eredivisie outfit controlled proceedings from start to finish.

VOC, playing a level below professional football, struggled to contain Sparta’s quick passing and movement. The opening goal arrived in the 14th minute when winger Vito van Crooij cut inside and fired a low shot past the helpless VOC keeper. Ten minutes later, striker Charles‑Andreas Brym doubled the lead with a header from a corner.

Second Half Dominance Continues

Sparta made multiple substitutions at the break, but the rhythm remained intact. Midfielder Arno Verschueren scored a superb third from 20 yards in the 58th minute, and substitute Luciano Slagveer added a fourth with a tap-in after a cross by Bryan van den Berg in the 73rd minute.

• Goals: Van Crooij, Brym, Verschueren, Slagveer.
• Possession: Sparta 65% – VOC 35%.
• Corners: Sparta 9 – VOC 1.

Pre-Season Notes

Head coach Maurice Steijn will be pleased with the sharpness of his squad, especially the attacking combinations. VOC Rotterdam, who plied their trade in the Derde Divisie, will take lessons from the game as they prepare for their own season. The outcome was never in doubt, but the scoreline highlights the gulf in class between the two sides.