7 August 2022 at 14:45

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.

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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
GO Ahead Eagles0wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

4.1

Average goals per game

90%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (50%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (68%) — the odds may underestimate GO Ahead Eagles.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.0%

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 71.4%Draw 20.7%Away 12.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.384.507.50
Max1.425.018.00
Over 2.5: 60.6%Under 2.5: 45.5%
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 market68.4%19.4%12.3%
Public market68.2%19.1%12.7%

AZ Alkmaar vs GO Ahead Eagles — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

AZ Alkmaar
Result vs. Market: AZ Alkmaar (71%)

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.

AZ AlkmaarHalf-time:00GO Ahead Eagles
19Shots8
8Shots 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
07/12/25AZ Alkmaar2–2Go Ahead Eagles1.42/5.04/6.41
04/05/25Go Ahead Eagles0–3AZ Alkmaar2.62/3.64/2.46
27/10/24AZ Alkmaar2–2Go Ahead Eagles1.52/4.33/5.85
12/05/24Go Ahead Eagles0–3AZ Alkmaar4.17/3.90/1.79
13/08/23AZ Alkmaar5–1Go Ahead Eagles1.33/4.95/8.50
25/01/23Go Ahead Eagles1–4AZ Alkmaar4.04/3.65/1.88
07/08/22AZ Alkmaar2–0Go Ahead Eagles1.40/4.84/7.80
13/02/22Go Ahead Eagles1–4AZ Alkmaar6.70/4.24/1.50
26/09/21AZ Alkmaar5–0Go Ahead Eagles1.32/5.24/8.99
24/09/16AZ Alkmaar2–2Go Ahead Eagles1.28/5.76/9.89

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: GO Ahead Eagles

W 99D 90L 181
Over 2.559
Goals scored469

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

AZ Alkmaar defeated GO Ahead Eagles 2:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by V. Pavlidis 70′, M. van Brederode 86′. 2 yellow cards were shown. AZ Alkmaar had 65% possession while GO Ahead Eagles held 35%. AZ Alkmaar had 19 shots (8 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for GO Ahead Eagles. AZ Alkmaar made 5 substitutions, GO Ahead Eagles made 2. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Dani de Wit 80′).

Match Events

Key match events between AZ Alkmaar and GO Ahead Eagles — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

AZ Alkmaar
GO Ahead Eagles
Kick Off
Half Time
M. KerkezM. de Wit
62′
P. HatzidiakosA. Witry
62′
66′
O. EdvardsenB. Adekanye
V. Pavlidis

assist: A. Witry

70′
76′
W. WillumssonP. Saathof
Card upgrade80′
VAR
H. EvjenM. Lahdo
84′
V. PavlidisY. Barası
84′
M. van Brederode

assist: Y. Barası

86′
D. de WitP. Koopmeiners
90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

AZ Alkmaar had 65% possession against GO Ahead Eagles's 35%. AZ Alkmaar registered 19 shots (8 on target) while GO Ahead Eagles managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 8–11.

8Shots on Goal2
5Shots off Goal3
19Total Shots8
6Blocked Shots3
13Shots insidebox6
6Shots outsidebox2
8Fouls11
7Corner Kicks3
5Offsides1
65%Ball Possession35%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves6
574Total passes315
483Passes accurate233
84%Passes %74%

Lineups

AZ Alkmaar lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Jansen, while GO Ahead Eagles deployed a 4-4-2 under R. Hake.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AZ Alkmaar is 6.83, compared to 6.77 for GO Ahead Eagles. 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 GO Ahead Eagles's best-rated player is O. Edvardsen (7.00).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of AZ Alkmaar have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. GO Ahead Eagles's starters account for 3 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by M. Deijl (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

AZ Alkmaar deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against GO Ahead Eagles's 4-man backline averaging 6.82. 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 GO Ahead Eagles's 4 rated 6.88. 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 GO Ahead Eagles averaging 6.49. 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 75% for GO Ahead Eagles. 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 7 for GO Ahead Eagles. 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 33.0 (youngest: H. Verhulst (32), oldest: J. Clasie (34)), while GO Ahead Eagles average 27.0 (youngest: E. Linthorst (25), oldest: F. Stokkers (29)). 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 5 league appearances each, versus 16 for GO Ahead Eagles. 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 Alkmaar4-2-3-14-4-2GO Ahead Eagles
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Verhulst3Hatzidi.31Beukema4Indi5Kerkez6Reijnde.8Clasie18Evjen10Wit33Bredero.9Pavlidis1Lange2Deijl25Amofa4Fontán5Kuipers18Willums.21Llansana8Linthor.23Edvards.9Lidberg27Stokkers

Substitutes

Coach: P. Jansen

Substitutes

Coach: R. Hake

AZ AlkmaarPosition StrengthGO Ahead Eagles
6.83
Avg Rating
6.77
6.70Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.82
0G 0A1G 3A
6.97Midfielder (5 v 4)6.88
0G 0A1G 2A
Forward (1 v 2)6.49
0G 0A1G 0A
AZ Alkmaar4-2-3-1
12GoalkeeperH. Verhulst6.7
3DefenderP. Hatzidiakos
31DefenderS. Beukema
4DefenderB. Martins Indi
5DefenderM. Kerkez
6MidfielderT. Reijnders
8MidfielderJ. Clasie7.0
18MidfielderH. Evjen
10MidfielderD. de Wit
33MidfielderM. van Brederode
9ForwardV. Pavlidis
GO Ahead Eagles4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJ. de Lange
2DefenderM. Deijl6.81G3A
25DefenderJ. Amofa
4DefenderJosé Fontán
5DefenderB. Kuipers
18MidfielderW. Willumsson
21MidfielderE. Llansana
8MidfielderE. Linthorst6.81G2A
23MidfielderO. Edvardsen7.0
9ForwardI. Lidberg
27ForwardF. Stokkers6.51G

Recent Form

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

AZ Alkmaar

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GO Ahead Eagles

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AZ Alkmaar vs GO Ahead Eagles Head to Head Results

AZ Alkmaar and GO Ahead Eagles have met 15 times — AZ Alkmaar won 10, GO Ahead Eagles won 1, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. AZ Alkmaar leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 53 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.53 per match (41 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (80%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. AZ Alkmaar are currently unbeaten in the last 13 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2023.

10

AZ Alkmaar

4

Drawn

1

GO Ahead Eagles

Goals: 41Goals: 12

Recent Meetings (15)

23 Apr 2026GO Ahead Eagles0 – 0AZ Alkmaar
7 Dec 2025AZ Alkmaar2 – 2GO Ahead Eagles
4 May 2025GO Ahead Eagles0 – 3AZ Alkmaar
27 Oct 2024AZ Alkmaar2 – 2GO Ahead Eagles
12 May 2024GO Ahead Eagles0 – 3AZ Alkmaar
13 Aug 2023AZ Alkmaar5 – 1GO Ahead Eagles
25 Jan 2023GO Ahead Eagles1 – 4AZ Alkmaar
13 Feb 2022GO Ahead Eagles1 – 4AZ Alkmaar
26 Sept 2021AZ Alkmaar5 – 0GO Ahead Eagles
13 Jan 2017GO Ahead Eagles1 – 3AZ Alkmaar
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026