1 October 2022 at 16:45

14
Full Time
Referee: J. Manschot

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 record

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

Groningen3wins
2draws10 meetings
AZ Alkmaar5wins

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

30%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (20%) — the odds may underestimate Groningen.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.9%

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 20.1%Draw 27.2%Away 57.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min4.753.601.72
Max5.253.811.77
Over 2.5: 51.8%Under 2.5: 51.8%
Market favourite:AZ Alkmaar · 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 market19.7%25.5%54.9%
Public market18.1%26.5%55.4%
Δ1.5%1.0%0.5%

Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

AZ Alkmaar
Result vs. Market: AZ Alkmaar (57%)

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.

GroningenHalf-time:12AZ Alkmaar
14Shots13
2Shots on target7

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
22/03/26Groningen3–0AZ Alkmaar2.55/3.70/2.55
10/08/25AZ Alkmaar4–1Groningen1.52/4.35/6.00
11/05/25AZ Alkmaar3–0Groningen1.62/4.14/5.10
25/08/24Groningen0–0AZ Alkmaar3.69/3.68/1.94
11/03/23AZ Alkmaar1–0Groningen1.33/5.12/9.69
01/10/22Groningen1–4AZ Alkmaar4.98/3.67/1.74
21/12/21AZ Alkmaar1–0Groningen1.34/4.99/9.44
24/10/21Groningen2–0AZ Alkmaar4.51/3.72/1.77
13/05/21Groningen0–0AZ Alkmaar5.83/4.08/1.58
06/12/20AZ Alkmaar1–2Groningen1.48/4.34/6.84

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: Groningen

W 335D 255L 418
Over 2.552
Goals scored1324

Away Record: AZ Alkmaar

W 476D 208L 289
Over 2.562
Goals scored1756

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

AZ Alkmaar defeated Groningen 4:1. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by D. de Wit 3′, J. Karlsson 19′, R. Pepi 42′, M. Kerkez 61′, M. Lahdo 85′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Groningen had 56% possession while AZ Alkmaar held 44%. Groningen had 14 shots (2 on target) compared to 13 (7 on target) for AZ Alkmaar. Groningen made 5 substitutions, AZ Alkmaar made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Groningen and AZ Alkmaar — 5 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Groningen
AZ Alkmaar
Kick Off
L. van GelderenD. Dankerlui
12′
19′
J. Karlsson

assist: T. Reijnders

38′
D. de WitR. Bazoer
R. Pepi

assist: N. Kasanwirjo

42′
Half Time
46′
J. KarlssonM. Lahdo
61′
M. Kerkez

assist: T. Reijnders

R. OratmangoenC. Ngonge
63′
77′
M. van BrederodeP. Koopmeiners
R. PepiR. Lundqvist
81′
L. DuarteN. Musampa
82′
I. MäättäL. Valente
82′
85′
M. Lahdo

assist: P. Koopmeiners

89′
M. KerkezZ. Vanheusden
Full Time

Match Statistics

Groningen had 56% possession against AZ Alkmaar's 44%. Groningen registered 14 shots (2 on target) while AZ Alkmaar managed 13 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 1–1. Fouls committed: 7–11.

2Shots on Goal7
7Shots off Goal3
14Total Shots13
5Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox10
10Shots outsidebox3
7Fouls11
1Corner Kicks1
1Offsides2
56%Ball Possession44%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves1
477Total passes380
397Passes accurate289
83%Passes %76%

Lineups

Groningen lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under F. Wormuth, while AZ Alkmaar deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Jansen.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Groningen is —, compared to 6.70 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. Groningen's highest-rated starter is —, while AZ Alkmaar's best-rated player is J. Clasie (6.97).

Defensive Solidity

Groningen deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against AZ Alkmaar's 4-man backline averaging 6.44. 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

Groningen field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus AZ Alkmaar's 3 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

Groningen start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 Groningen and 90% 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

Groningen'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 Groningen's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while AZ Alkmaar average 29.0 (youngest: M. Dekker (21), 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

Groningen's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 5 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.

Groningen4-4-24-3-3AZ Alkmaar
GKDEFMIDFWD
20Verrips19Gelderen21Kasanwi.12Balker18Määttä7Suslov4Pelupes.6Duarte34Oratman.9Pepi23Krüger12Verhulst3Hatzidi.31Beukema22Dekker5Kerkez6Reijnde.10Wit8Clasie2Sugawara11Karlsson19Bredero.

Substitutes

Coach: F. Wormuth

Substitutes

Coach: P. Jansen

GroningenPosition StrengthAZ Alkmaar
Avg Rating
6.70
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.44
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 3)6.97
0G 0A0G 0A
Groningen4-4-2
20GoalkeeperM. Verrips
19DefenderL. van Gelderen
21DefenderN. Kasanwirjo
12DefenderR. Balker
18DefenderI. Määttä
7MidfielderT. Suslov
4MidfielderJ. Pelupessy
6MidfielderL. Duarte
34MidfielderR. Oratmangoen
9ForwardR. Pepi
23ForwardF. Krüger
AZ Alkmaar4-3-3
12GoalkeeperH. Verhulst6.7
3DefenderP. Hatzidiakos
31DefenderS. Beukema
22DefenderM. Dekker6.4
5DefenderM. Kerkez
6MidfielderT. Reijnders
10MidfielderD. de Wit
8MidfielderJ. Clasie7.0
2ForwardY. Sugawara
11ForwardJ. Karlsson
19ForwardM. van Brederode

Recent Form

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

Groningen

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AZ Alkmaar

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Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar Head to Head Results

Groningen and AZ Alkmaar have met 33 times — Groningen won 9, AZ Alkmaar won 15, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. AZ Alkmaar leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 33 meetings. A combined 82 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.48 per match (34 for the home side, 48 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (42%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (45%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2015.

9

Groningen

9

Drawn

15

AZ Alkmaar

Goals: 34Goals: 48

Recent Meetings (33)

22 Mar 2026Groningen3 – 0AZ Alkmaar
10 Aug 2025AZ Alkmaar4 – 1Groningen
11 May 2025AZ Alkmaar3 – 0Groningen
18 Dec 2024AZ Alkmaar3 – 1Groningen
25 Aug 2024Groningen0 – 0AZ Alkmaar
11 Mar 2023AZ Alkmaar1 – 0Groningen
21 Dec 2021AZ Alkmaar1 – 0Groningen
24 Oct 2021Groningen2 – 0AZ Alkmaar
13 May 2021Groningen0 – 0AZ Alkmaar
6 Dec 2020AZ Alkmaar1 – 2Groningen
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026