22 January 2022 at 19:00

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Full Time
Referee: B. Nijhuis

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.

Historical data only — not for betting

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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
Cambuur0wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.7%

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 74.1%Draw 18.8%Away 12.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.335.007.50
Max1.375.508.50
Over 2.5: 69.4%Under 2.5: 37.0%
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 market70.8%17.8%11.4%
Public market70.5%17.0%12.5%
Δ0.3%0.8%1.1%

AZ Alkmaar vs Cambuur — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: AZ Alkmaar (74%)

Result differed from 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:00Cambuur
18Shots5
5Shots on target2

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
25/02/23AZ Alkmaar2–1Cambuur1.25/5.89/11.28
28/08/22Cambuur0–1AZ Alkmaar4.64/3.88/1.73
22/01/22AZ Alkmaar0–0Cambuur1.35/5.32/7.83
03/10/21Cambuur1–3AZ Alkmaar3.88/3.96/1.83
17/10/15Cambuur1–1AZ Alkmaar2.93/3.58/2.29
27/01/16AZ Alkmaar3–1Cambuur1.44/4.59/6.70
29/11/14Cambuur0–2AZ Alkmaar2.06/3.66/3.30
21/03/15AZ Alkmaar2–1Cambuur1.74/3.82/4.51
20/10/13AZ Alkmaar3–1Cambuur1.52/4.22/6.03
30/03/14Cambuur0–0AZ Alkmaar2.37/3.48/2.82

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: Cambuur

W 59D 61L 152
Over 2.559
Goals scored298

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

AZ Alkmaar and Cambuur drew 0:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. 2 yellow cards were shown. AZ Alkmaar had 64% possession while Cambuur held 36%. AZ Alkmaar had 18 shots (5 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Cambuur. AZ Alkmaar made 2 substitutions, Cambuur made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between AZ Alkmaar and Cambuur — 0 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

AZ Alkmaar
Cambuur
Kick Off
Half Time
58′
N. DoodemanM. Breij
58′
S. SyllaM. Gullit
V. PavlidisA. Guðmundsson
65′
H. EvjenT. Oosting
65′
74′
C. Mac-IntoschM. Tol
74′
P. JoostenT. Kiss
85′
R. MaulunJ. ter Heide
Full Time

Match Statistics

AZ Alkmaar had 64% possession against Cambuur's 36%. AZ Alkmaar registered 18 shots (5 on target) while Cambuur managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 18–0. Fouls committed: 6–7.

5Shots on Goal2
7Shots off Goal1
18Total Shots5
6Blocked Shots2
13Shots insidebox1
5Shots outsidebox4
6Fouls7
18Corner Kicks0
4Offsides0
64%Ball Possession36%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
588Total passes347
499Passes accurate259
85%Passes %75%

Lineups

AZ Alkmaar lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Jansen, while Cambuur deployed a 4-3-3 under H. de Jong.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AZ Alkmaar is 6.97, compared to — for Cambuur. 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 Cambuur's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

AZ Alkmaar deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Cambuur'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 Cambuur'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 Cambuur 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 Cambuur. 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 Cambuur. 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 Cambuur 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 Cambuur. 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 Alkmaar4-2-3-14-3-3Cambuur
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Vindahl15Witry5Wijndal2Sugawara31Beukema20Clasie6Midtsjø10Wit18Evjen9Pavlidis11Karlsson1Stevens3Mac-Int.4Schouten5Schmidt10Pauliss.20Maulun8Jacobs27Sylla28Uldriķis11Joosten17Doodeman

Substitutes

Coach: P. Jansen

Substitutes

Coach: H. de Jong

AZ AlkmaarPosition StrengthCambuur
6.97
Avg Rating
6.97Midfielder (5 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
AZ Alkmaar4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Vindahl
15DefenderA. Witry
5DefenderO. Wijndal
2DefenderY. Sugawara
31DefenderS. Beukema
20MidfielderJ. Clasie7.0
6MidfielderF. Midtsjø
10MidfielderD. de Wit
18MidfielderH. Evjen
11MidfielderJ. Karlsson
9ForwardV. Pavlidis
Cambuur4-3-3
1GoalkeeperS. Stevens
3DefenderC. Mac-Intosch
4DefenderE. Schouten
5DefenderD. Schmidt
27DefenderS. Sylla
10MidfielderM. Paulissen
20MidfielderR. Maulun
8MidfielderJ. Jacobs
28ForwardR. Uldriķis
11ForwardP. Joosten
17ForwardN. Doodeman

Recent Form

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

AZ Alkmaar

DWDWLW

Cambuur

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AZ Alkmaar vs Cambuur Head to Head Results

AZ Alkmaar and Cambuur have met 9 times — AZ Alkmaar won 7, Cambuur won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. AZ Alkmaar leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 9 meetings. A combined 23 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.56 per match (17 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. AZ Alkmaar are currently unbeaten in the last 9 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2021.

7

AZ Alkmaar

2

Drawn

0

Cambuur

Goals: 17Goals: 6

Recent Meetings (9)

25 Feb 2023AZ Alkmaar2 – 1Cambuur
28 Aug 2022Cambuur0 – 1AZ Alkmaar
3 Oct 2021Cambuur1 – 3AZ Alkmaar
27 Jan 2016AZ Alkmaar3 – 1Cambuur
17 Oct 2015Cambuur1 – 1AZ Alkmaar
21 Mar 2015AZ Alkmaar2 – 1Cambuur
29 Nov 2014Cambuur0 – 2AZ Alkmaar
30 Mar 2014Cambuur0 – 0AZ Alkmaar
20 Oct 2013AZ Alkmaar3 – 1Cambuur
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026