2 April 2022 at 18:00
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
Even recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.1
Average goals per game
40%
Games with 3+ goals
50%
Both teams scored
Market Summary
Margin: 5.3%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
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 1.61 | 3.80 | 5.00 |
| Max | 1.64 | 4.20 | 5.48 |
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.
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional market | 59.2% | 23.1% | 17.7% |
| Public market | 58.6% | 22.5% | 18.9% |
| Δ | 0.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
AZ Alkmaar vs Vitesse — margin-removed probabilities
Result vs. Market
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.
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.
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Avg. odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/03/2423/24 | AZ Alkmaar | 2–0 | Vitesse | 1.27/5.71/10.76 |
| 03/09/2323/24 | Vitesse | 0–2 | AZ Alkmaar | 3.59/3.63/1.95 |
| 03/03/2322/23 | Vitesse | 0–1 | AZ Alkmaar | 3.19/3.41/2.26 |
| 07/01/2322/23 | AZ Alkmaar | 1–1 | Vitesse | 1.53/4.40/5.84 |
| 02/04/2221/22 | AZ Alkmaar | 3–1 | Vitesse | 1.62/4.07/5.24 |
| 28/11/2121/22 | Vitesse | 0–0 | AZ Alkmaar | 3.09/3.59/2.21 |
| 07/03/2120/21 | Vitesse | 2–1 | AZ Alkmaar | 3.36/3.84/2.05 |
| 23/12/2020/21 | AZ Alkmaar | 3–1 | Vitesse | 1.85/3.74/4.13 |
| 01/09/1919/20 | Vitesse | 2–1 | AZ Alkmaar | 2.32/3.65/2.84 |
| 26/08/1818/19 | AZ Alkmaar | 0–0 | Vitesse | 1.66/4.30/4.41 |
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: Vitesse
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
AZ Alkmaar defeated Vitesse 3:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by V. Pavlidis 32′, J. Rasmussen 56′ (o.g.), S. Tronstad 63′, J. Karlsson 83′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. AZ Alkmaar had 47% possession while Vitesse held 53%. AZ Alkmaar had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for Vitesse. AZ Alkmaar made 3 substitutions, Vitesse made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between AZ Alkmaar and Vitesse — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: L. Openda
Penalty
Match Statistics
AZ Alkmaar had 47% possession against Vitesse's 53%. AZ Alkmaar registered 9 shots (2 on target) while Vitesse managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–9. Fouls committed: 8–11.
Lineups
AZ Alkmaar lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Jansen, while Vitesse deployed a 3-5-2 under T. Letsch.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AZ Alkmaar is 6.97, compared to — for Vitesse. 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 Vitesse's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
AZ Alkmaar deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Vitesse's 3-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 Vitesse'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 2 for Vitesse 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 Vitesse. 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 Vitesse. 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 Vitesse 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 Vitesse. 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: T. Letsch
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, AZ Alkmaar have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Vitesse show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
AZ Alkmaar
Vitesse
AZ Alkmaar vs Vitesse Head to Head Results
AZ Alkmaar and Vitesse have met 30 times — AZ Alkmaar won 16, Vitesse won 6, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. AZ Alkmaar leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 30 meetings. A combined 86 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.87 per match (55 for the home side, 31 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (60%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 16 games (53%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. AZ Alkmaar are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–1 in 2022.
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AZ Alkmaar
8
Drawn
6
Vitesse
Recent Meetings (30)
API data: 15 Mar 2026