16 January 2022 at 15:45
Betting Odds & Historical Data
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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: Fortuna Sittard
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Away Record: AZ Alkmaar
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
AZ Alkmaar defeated Fortuna Sittard 2:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by S. Beukema 14′, Y. Sugawara 61′, B. Rienstra 85′. Fortuna Sittard had 40% possession while AZ Alkmaar held 60%. Fortuna Sittard had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for AZ Alkmaar. Fortuna Sittard made 3 substitutions, AZ Alkmaar made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Fortuna Sittard and AZ Alkmaar — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Wijndal
assist: D. de Wit
assist: D. Duarte
Match Statistics
Fortuna Sittard had 40% possession against AZ Alkmaar's 60%. Fortuna Sittard registered 15 shots (5 on target) while AZ Alkmaar managed 10 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 8–5.
Lineups
Fortuna Sittard lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under S. Ultee, while AZ Alkmaar deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Jansen.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Fortuna Sittard is —, compared to 6.97 for AZ Alkmaar. 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. Fortuna Sittard's highest-rated starter is —, while AZ Alkmaar's best-rated player is J. Clasie (6.97).
Defensive Solidity
Fortuna Sittard deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against AZ Alkmaar'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
Fortuna Sittard field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus AZ Alkmaar's 5 rated 6.97. 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
Fortuna Sittard start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for AZ Alkmaar 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 Fortuna Sittard and 89% for AZ Alkmaar. 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
Fortuna Sittard's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for AZ Alkmaar. 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 Fortuna Sittard's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while AZ Alkmaar average 34.0 (youngest: J. Clasie (34), oldest: J. Clasie (34)). 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
Fortuna Sittard's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 9 for AZ Alkmaar. 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: S. Ultee
Substitutes
Coach: P. Jansen
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Fortuna Sittard have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. AZ Alkmaar show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar Head to Head Results
Fortuna Sittard and AZ Alkmaar have met 15 times — Fortuna Sittard won 2, AZ Alkmaar won 12, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. AZ Alkmaar leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 54 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.60 per match (15 for the home side, 39 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (47%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (73%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (15)
API data: 15 Mar 2026