30 October 2021 at 19:00
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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
Away Record: PEC Zwolle
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
AZ Alkmaar defeated PEC Zwolle 3:2. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by M. De Wit 5′, M. De Wit 13′, D. de Wit 14′, V. Pavlidis 38′, V. Pavlidis 52′. 5 yellow cards were shown. AZ Alkmaar had 57% possession while PEC Zwolle held 43%. AZ Alkmaar had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for PEC Zwolle. AZ Alkmaar made 3 substitutions, PEC Zwolle made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between AZ Alkmaar and PEC Zwolle — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Pabai
assist: M. Pabai
assist: O. Wijndal
assist: J. Karlsson
Match Statistics
AZ Alkmaar had 57% possession against PEC Zwolle's 43%. AZ Alkmaar registered 17 shots (6 on target) while PEC Zwolle managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–1. Fouls committed: 8–15.
Lineups
AZ Alkmaar lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Jansen, while PEC Zwolle deployed a 4-3-3 under A. Langeler.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AZ Alkmaar is 6.97, compared to — for PEC Zwolle. 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 J. Clasie (6.97), while PEC Zwolle's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
AZ Alkmaar deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against PEC Zwolle's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 6.97, versus PEC Zwolle's 3 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 3 for PEC Zwolle 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 89% for AZ Alkmaar and —% for PEC Zwolle. 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 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for PEC Zwolle. 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 34.0 (youngest: J. Clasie (34), oldest: J. Clasie (34)), while PEC Zwolle average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 9 league appearances each, versus 0 for PEC Zwolle. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: P. Jansen
Substitutes
Coach: A. Langeler
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, AZ Alkmaar have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. PEC Zwolle show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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AZ Alkmaar vs PEC Zwolle Head to Head Results
AZ Alkmaar and PEC Zwolle have met 30 times — AZ Alkmaar won 17, PEC Zwolle won 4, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. AZ Alkmaar leads the head-to-head with 17 victories from 30 meetings. A combined 91 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.03 per match (65 for the home side, 26 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (60%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 18 games (60%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–0 in 2018.
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Drawn
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