26 September 2021 at 12:30

Referee: D. Higler

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

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Head-to-Head Record

AZ Alkmaar dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

AZ Alkmaar7wins
3draws10 meetings
GO Ahead Eagles0wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

4.1

Average goals per game

90%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (72%) — the odds may underestimate GO Ahead Eagles.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.2%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 75.9%Draw 19.1%Away 11.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.285.008.96
Max1.355.489.00
Over 2.5: 66.7%Under 2.5: 40.0%
Market favourite:AZ Alkmaar · Heavy favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market71.6%17.6%10.8%
Public market72.1%17.6%10.3%

AZ Alkmaar vs GO Ahead Eagles — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

AZ Alkmaar
Result vs. Market: AZ Alkmaar (76%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

AZ AlkmaarHalf-time:20GO Ahead Eagles
17Shots6
13Shots on target1

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
07/12/25AZ Alkmaar2–2Go Ahead Eagles1.42/5.04/6.41
04/05/25Go Ahead Eagles0–3AZ Alkmaar2.62/3.64/2.46
27/10/24AZ Alkmaar2–2Go Ahead Eagles1.52/4.33/5.85
12/05/24Go Ahead Eagles0–3AZ Alkmaar4.17/3.90/1.79
13/08/23AZ Alkmaar5–1Go Ahead Eagles1.33/4.95/8.50
25/01/23Go Ahead Eagles1–4AZ Alkmaar4.04/3.65/1.88
07/08/22AZ Alkmaar2–0Go Ahead Eagles1.40/4.84/7.80
13/02/22Go Ahead Eagles1–4AZ Alkmaar6.70/4.24/1.50
26/09/21AZ Alkmaar5–0Go Ahead Eagles1.32/5.24/8.99
24/09/16AZ Alkmaar2–2Go Ahead Eagles1.28/5.76/9.89

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: AZ Alkmaar

W 476D 208L 289
Over 2.562
Goals scored1756

Away Record: GO Ahead Eagles

W 99D 90L 181
Over 2.559
Goals scored469

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

AZ Alkmaar defeated GO Ahead Eagles 5:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by J. Karlsson 4′, D. de Wit 29′, J. Karlsson 83′ (pen.), Z. Aboukhlal 86′, T. Reijnders 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. AZ Alkmaar had 43% possession while GO Ahead Eagles held 57%. AZ Alkmaar had 17 shots (13 on target) compared to 6 (1 on target) for GO Ahead Eagles. AZ Alkmaar made 4 substitutions, GO Ahead Eagles made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Håkon Evjen 81′).

Match Events

Key match events between AZ Alkmaar and GO Ahead Eagles — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

AZ Alkmaar
GO Ahead Eagles
Kick Off
J. Karlsson

assist: V. Pavlidis

4′
D. de Wit

assist: Y. Sugawara

29′
39′
B. LucassenP. Rommens
Half Time
O. WijndalA. Witry
46′
62′
CardonaI. Lidberg
62′
R. OratmangoenO. Heil
62′
G. BotosY. Bourhane
A. GuðmundssonH. Evjen
66′
P. ChatzidiakosS. Beukema
71′
Penalty awarded81′
VAR
83′
L. BrouwersM. Berden
83′
V. PavlidisZ. Aboukhlal
84′
Z. Aboukhlal

assist: Y. Sugawara

86′
T. Reijnders

assist: F. Midtsjø

90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

AZ Alkmaar had 43% possession against GO Ahead Eagles's 57%. AZ Alkmaar registered 17 shots (13 on target) while GO Ahead Eagles managed 6 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 11–10.

13Shots on Goal1
3Shots off Goal4
17Total Shots6
1Blocked Shots1
12Shots insidebox3
5Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls10
5Corner Kicks2
2Offsides4
43%Ball Possession57%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves8
416Total passes574
335Passes accurate481
81%Passes %84%

Lineups

AZ Alkmaar lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Jansen, while GO Ahead Eagles deployed a 4-2-3-1 under K. van Wonderen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AZ Alkmaar is —, compared to 7.03 for GO Ahead Eagles. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. AZ Alkmaar's highest-rated starter is —, while GO Ahead Eagles's best-rated player is G. Nauber (7.17).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of AZ Alkmaar have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. GO Ahead Eagles's starters account for 4 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by G. Nauber (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

AZ Alkmaar deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against GO Ahead Eagles's 4-man backline averaging 7.03. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

AZ Alkmaar field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus GO Ahead Eagles's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

AZ Alkmaar start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for GO Ahead Eagles averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for AZ Alkmaar and 86% for GO Ahead Eagles. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

AZ Alkmaar's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for GO Ahead Eagles. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of AZ Alkmaar's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while GO Ahead Eagles average 30.0 (youngest: M. Deijl (28), oldest: G. Nauber (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

AZ Alkmaar's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 20 for GO Ahead Eagles. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

AZ Alkmaar4-2-3-14-2-3-1GO Ahead Eagles
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Vindahl4Indi3Chatzid.5Wijndal2Sugawara6Midtsjø28Guðmund.10Wit24Reijnde.9Pavlidis11Karlsson1Hahn3Nauber5Kuipers4Kramer20Deijl2Lucassen21Córdoba8Brouwers30Botos29Cardona11Oratman.

Substitutes

Coach: P. Jansen

Substitutes

Coach: K. van Wonderen

AZ AlkmaarPosition StrengthGO Ahead Eagles
Avg Rating
7.03
Defender (4 v 4)7.03
0G 0A4G 6A
AZ Alkmaar4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Vindahl
4DefenderB. Martins Indi
3DefenderP. Chatzidiakos
5DefenderO. Wijndal
2DefenderY. Sugawara
6MidfielderF. Midtsjø
28MidfielderA. Guðmundsson
10MidfielderD. de Wit
24MidfielderT. Reijnders
11MidfielderJ. Karlsson
9ForwardV. Pavlidis
GO Ahead Eagles4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperW. Hahn
3DefenderG. Nauber7.22G
5DefenderB. Kuipers
4DefenderJ. Kramer7.11G3A
20DefenderM. Deijl6.81G3A
2MidfielderB. Lucassen
21MidfielderIñigo Córdoba
8MidfielderL. Brouwers
30MidfielderG. Botos
11MidfielderR. Oratmangoen
29ForwardCardona

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, AZ Alkmaar have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. GO Ahead Eagles show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

AZ Alkmaar

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GO Ahead Eagles

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AZ Alkmaar vs GO Ahead Eagles Head to Head Results

AZ Alkmaar and GO Ahead Eagles have met 15 times — AZ Alkmaar won 10, GO Ahead Eagles won 1, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. AZ Alkmaar leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 50 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (38 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (73%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. AZ Alkmaar are currently unbeaten in the last 13 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2023.

10

AZ Alkmaar

4

Drawn

1

GO Ahead Eagles

Goals: 38Goals: 12

Recent Meetings (15)

23 Apr 2026GO Ahead Eagles0 – 0AZ Alkmaar
7 Dec 2025AZ Alkmaar2 – 2GO Ahead Eagles
4 May 2025GO Ahead Eagles0 – 3AZ Alkmaar
27 Oct 2024AZ Alkmaar2 – 2GO Ahead Eagles
12 May 2024GO Ahead Eagles0 – 3AZ Alkmaar
13 Aug 2023AZ Alkmaar5 – 1GO Ahead Eagles
25 Jan 2023GO Ahead Eagles1 – 4AZ Alkmaar
7 Aug 2022AZ Alkmaar2 – 0GO Ahead Eagles
13 Feb 2022GO Ahead Eagles1 – 4AZ Alkmaar
13 Jan 2017GO Ahead Eagles1 – 3AZ Alkmaar
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026