PREVIEW: De Treffers Host Barendrecht in Tweede Divisie Clash

GROESBEEK, Netherlands (Interstat) — De Treffers will host Barendrecht on Saturday in a Tweede Divisie match with both sides looking to build momentum for the final stretch of the Dutch third-tier season.

The matchup at Sportpark De Treffers is a replay of a 2-2 draw from Oct. 18, suggesting another tightly contested affair. Interstat’s game simulator projects a 2-1 victory for the hosts.

De Treffers (9-6-8) enters with confidence after a notable 3-2 road victory over Almere City on March 14. The win highlighted their attacking capability and improved a home record that has been inconsistent this season. Their form at Sportpark De Treffers has been mixed, with a win, a draw and a loss in their last three outings there.

Barendrecht (8-8-7) arrives following a 2-2 home draw with VV Rijnsburgse Boys last Saturday. Their recent form shows an ability to score goals, netting multiple times in four of their last five matches, but a persistent struggle to secure clean sheets. Their last five results across all competitions read as two wins, two draws and one loss.

Historically, the teams have been evenly matched, as evidenced by their draw earlier this season. Key tactical battles will likely center on which defense can best contain the opposition’s attack. De Treffers will aim to leverage home advantage, while Barendrecht will rely on a potent offense that has produced 11 goals in its last five games.

A victory for De Treffers could solidify their mid-table standing and provide a springboard for a challenging upcoming schedule, which includes a trip to VV Rijnsburgse Boys on March 28. For Barendrecht, securing points on the road is crucial as they look to climb the table before hosting VV Katwijk next weekend.

Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. local time (1530 GMT) on Saturday, March 21, 2026. The match is organized by the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) as part of the Tweede Divisie competition.