5 February 2022 at 19:00

Referee: A. Lindhout

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

PSV Eindhoven dominates

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

PSV Eindhoven7wins
1draws10 meetings
AZ Alkmaar2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.6

Average goals per game

90%

Games with 3+ goals

70%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (59%) — the odds may underestimate AZ Alkmaar.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.1%

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 61.7%Draw 24.0%Away 19.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.604.005.00
Max1.644.295.29
Over 2.5: 58.8%Under 2.5: 47.6%
Market favourite:PSV Eindhoven · Moderate 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 market59.1%22.6%18.3%
Public market59.3%22.6%18.1%

PSV Eindhoven vs AZ Alkmaar — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

AZ Alkmaar
Result vs. Market: PSV Eindhoven (62%)

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.

PSV EindhovenHalf-time:11AZ Alkmaar
15Shots12
4Shots on target3

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
07/03/26PSV Eindhoven2–1AZ Alkmaar1.33/5.50/8.00
09/11/25AZ Alkmaar1–5PSV Eindhoven3.00/4.00/2.10
11/01/25PSV Eindhoven2–2AZ Alkmaar1.38/5.17/6.83
19/10/24AZ Alkmaar1–2PSV Eindhoven4.21/4.01/1.75
06/04/24PSV Eindhoven5–1AZ Alkmaar1.44/4.76/6.70
17/12/23AZ Alkmaar0–4PSV Eindhoven4.02/3.83/1.83
28/05/23AZ Alkmaar1–2PSV Eindhoven2.62/3.68/2.42
12/11/22PSV Eindhoven0–1AZ Alkmaar1.52/4.49/6.07
05/02/22PSV Eindhoven1–2AZ Alkmaar1.62/4.16/5.18
11/09/21AZ Alkmaar0–3PSV Eindhoven3.25/3.84/2.08

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: PSV Eindhoven

W 755D 205L 150
Over 2.567
Goals scored2754

Away Record: AZ Alkmaar

W 476D 208L 289
Over 2.562
Goals scored1756

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

AZ Alkmaar defeated PSV Eindhoven 2:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by A. Obispo 19′, B. Martins Indi 40′, J. Karlsson 75′. 7 yellow cards were shown. PSV Eindhoven had 52% possession while AZ Alkmaar held 48%. PSV Eindhoven had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for AZ Alkmaar. PSV Eindhoven made 3 substitutions, AZ Alkmaar made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between PSV Eindhoven and AZ Alkmaar — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

PSV Eindhoven
AZ Alkmaar
Kick Off
A. Obispo

assist: C. Gakpo

19′
40′
B. Martins Indi

assist: O. Wijndal

Half Time
R. DōanY. Vertessen
61′
J. VeermanE. Zahavi
61′
67′
V. PavlidisZ. Aboukhlal
70′Fredrik Midtsjø
75′
B. Martins IndiS. Beukema
83′
J. ClasieT. Reijnders
P. MweneBruma
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

PSV Eindhoven had 52% possession against AZ Alkmaar's 48%. PSV Eindhoven registered 15 shots (4 on target) while AZ Alkmaar managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–5. Fouls committed: 10–10.

4Shots on Goal3
6Shots off Goal7
15Total Shots12
5Blocked Shots2
7Shots insidebox6
8Shots outsidebox6
10Fouls10
8Corner Kicks5
0Offsides1
52%Ball Possession48%
3Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
530Total passes485
402Passes accurate354
76%Passes %73%

Lineups

PSV Eindhoven lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under R. Schmidt, while AZ Alkmaar deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Jansen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for PSV Eindhoven is 7.05, 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. PSV Eindhoven's highest-rated starter is J. Veerman (7.97), while AZ Alkmaar's best-rated player is J. Clasie (6.97).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of PSV Eindhoven have contributed 11 goals and 23 assists this season, led by J. Veerman (8G). AZ Alkmaar's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

PSV Eindhoven deploy 4 defenders rated 7.01 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

PSV Eindhoven field 4 midfielders averaging 7.08, 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

PSV Eindhoven 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 86% for PSV Eindhoven 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

PSV Eindhoven's starters have collected 7 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 PSV Eindhoven's starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: A. Obispo (26), oldest: O. Boscagli (28)), 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

PSV Eindhoven's starters average 18 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.

PSV Eindhoven4-3-1-24-2-3-1AZ Alkmaar
GKDEFMIDFWD
38Mvogo29Mwene18Boscagli4Obispo3Teze27Götze17Júnior6Sangaré23Veerman25Dōan11Gakpo1Vindahl4Indi3Chatzid.5Wijndal2Sugawara20Clasie6Midtsjø10Wit18Evjen9Pavlidis11Karlsson

Substitutes

Coach: R. Schmidt

Substitutes

Coach: P. Jansen

PSV EindhovenPosition StrengthAZ Alkmaar
7.05
Avg Rating
6.97
7.01Defender (4 v 4)
3G 9A0G 0A
7.08Midfielder (4 v 5)6.97
8G 14A0G 0A
PSV Eindhoven4-3-1-2
38GoalkeeperY. Mvogo
29DefenderP. Mwene
4DefenderA. Obispo6.82G
3DefenderJ. Teze
17DefenderMauro Júnior7.21G9A
18MidfielderO. Boscagli6.2
27MidfielderM. Götze
6MidfielderI. Sangaré
23MidfielderJ. Veerman8.08G14A
25ForwardR. Dōan
11ForwardC. Gakpo
AZ Alkmaar4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Vindahl
4DefenderB. Martins Indi
3DefenderP. Chatzidiakos
5DefenderO. Wijndal
2DefenderY. Sugawara
20MidfielderJ. Clasie7.0
6MidfielderF. Midtsjø
10MidfielderD. de Wit
18MidfielderH. Evjen
11MidfielderJ. Karlsson
9ForwardV. Pavlidis

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, PSV Eindhoven have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. AZ Alkmaar show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

PSV Eindhoven

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AZ Alkmaar

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PSV Eindhoven vs AZ Alkmaar Head to Head Results

PSV Eindhoven and AZ Alkmaar have met 2 times — PSV Eindhoven won 2, AZ Alkmaar won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. PSV Eindhoven leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (7 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–5 in 2025.

2

PSV Eindhoven

0

Drawn

0

AZ Alkmaar

Goals: 7Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (2)

7 Mar 2026PSV Eindhoven2 – 1AZ Alkmaar
9 Nov 2025AZ Alkmaar1 – 5PSV Eindhoven
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026