AZ Alkmaar vs Twente

AZ Alkmaar
w l w w d
2 - 2
1.37
xG
0.46
Full Time
Twente
l w w w d
J. Clasie
13'
P. Koopmeiners
90'+5'
R. Owusu-Oduro
32'
S. Lammers
55'
Predictions
Stats
Odds
Predictions

Double chance : AZ Alkmaar or draw

AZ Alkmaar have been struggling lately, winning none of their recent games and losing four of their last five matches without scoring a single goal. Twente have been in much better form, winning three of their last five games and only losing once. Although AZ are at home, they are not playing well at all, and Twente look much more confident.

The recent history between these two teams is also heavily in Twente's favor. In the last six meetings, Twente have won five times, and these matches often saw several goals. With AZ in such poor form and Twente looking sharp, this match seems very open and Twente are expected to win.

Last Updated: 01 May 2026 07:22 AM
starting lineups
Ā 
R. Owusu-Oduro
Ā 
Mees de Wit
Ā 
Penetra
Ā 
W. Goes
Ā 
E. Dijkstra
7.3
Ā 
J. Clasie
Ā 
Kees Smit
Ā 
R. Daal
Ā 
S. Mijnans
Ā 
I. Jensen
Ā 
T. Parrott
Ā 
L. Unnerstall
Ā 
M. Rots
Ā 
R. Nijstad
Ā 
S. Lemkin
Ā 
Bart van Rooij
Ā 
T. van den Belt
Ā 
R. Zerrouki
Ā 
S. Orjasaeter
Ā 
K. Hlynsson
Ā 
D. Rots
7.3
Ā 
S. Lammers
field field
substitutes
Substitutes for AZ Alkmaar
P. Koopmeiners
60' Out: J. Clasie
60
Weslley Patati
' Out: I. Jensen
69
B. Kovacs
' Out: R. Daal
80
M. Meerdink
' Out: Penetra
80
Substitutes for Twente
M. Kjolo
' Out: T. van den Belt
71
A. Verschueren
' Out: D. Rots
71
R. van Wolfswinkel
79' Out: S. Lammers
79
M. Pjaca
' Out: S. Orjasaeter
79
R. Propper
' Out: K. Hlynsson
83
statistics
58 Ball Possession 42
2 Goals 2
1.37 Expected Goals 0.46
match facts

REFEREE

S. van der Eijk

STADIUM

AFAS Stadion

LOCATION

Alkmaar

  • AZ Alkmaar and Twente are set for an Eredivisie clash, with AZ holding a dominant 70% win rate in recent meetings, winning 7 of the last 10 matches against Twente.
  • AZ Alkmaar are in poor form, having lost 4 of their last 5 games, including a 4-0 defeat, and failing to score in the last 4 outings.
  • Twente approach the match on a strong run, with 3 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 away fixtures, including back-to-back away victories.
  • Although AZ have a slight edge in average goals (1.92 vs 1.74), their attack has struggled significantly in recent weeks.
  • Twente actually average more shots per game (15.20) than AZ (14.45), highlighting their offensive threat, even if goals have been less frequent.
  • The prediction strongly backs a home win or draw, with the "Double Chance: AZ or Draw" market offering attractive odds of 1.60 at Betano.
  • AZ's defense holds a clear statistical advantage (67% defensive rating), which could be vital in nullifying Twente's shot-heavy attack.
  • Head-to-head history heavily favors AZ (80% rating in prediction comparison), underscoring their psychological edge over Twente.
  • AZ's recent home form is concerning, with 0 wins and 3 losses in their last 5 at the AFAS Stadion, netting just 1 goal in that span.
  • Twente's recent away form is impressive, with 3 wins in their last 5 on the road, including wins in their last 2 trips.
  • Both teams average similar possession (54.16% for AZ, 53.85% for Twente), suggesting a midfield battle, but median stats show AZ edge slightly (51% to 49%).
  • The last meeting (November 2025) ended in a 1-0 win for AZ, continuing their trend of tight, low-scoring contests against Twente.
Last Updated: 01 May 2026 07:22 AM
head to head team stats
Total
Per Match
50 Corners 54
141 Fouls 133
24 Offsides 18
145 Shots 155
51 Shots on Goal 53
25 Yellow Cards 26
0 Red Cards 1
22 Goals 19
19 Goals Conceded 22
1 Clean Sheets 2
eredivisie standings
#
Team
PL
W
D
L
GD
PTS
#5
34
15
13
6
19
58
#7
34
14
10
10
7
52