AFAS Stadion, Alkmaar12 February 2020 at 17:30
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Referee: Pol van Boekel

Match Events

AZ Alkmaar
NAC Breda
Kick Off
35′
M. El Allouchi

assist: R. Schouten

Half Time
58′
Nacho MonsalveC. Rosler
60′
R. Schouten

assist: F. Stokkers

61′
J. van der GaagJavi Noblejas
O. Idrissi

assist: S. Wuytens

65′
D. de WitY. Sugawara
68′
T. OuwejanF. Druijf
76′
J. SvenssonZ. Aboukhlal
83′
86′
T. HayeY. Azzagari
86′
Javi Noblejas

assist: F. Stokkers

Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal6
7Shots off Goal5
15Total Shots16
3Blocked Shots5
9Shots insidebox10
6Shots outsidebox6
6Fouls9
10Corner Kicks7
2Offsides2
72%Ball Possession28%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
744Total passes283
664Passes accurate183
89%Passes %65%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for AZ Alkmaar is 6.90, compared to — for NAC Breda. 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 (6.90), while NAC Breda's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

AZ Alkmaar deploy 4 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against NAC Breda's 5-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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus NAC Breda's 4 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 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for NAC Breda 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 53% for AZ Alkmaar and —% for NAC Breda. 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 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for NAC Breda. 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 NAC Breda 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 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for NAC Breda. 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 Alkmaar4-3-35-4-1NAC Breda
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Bizot30Wuytens2Svensson5Ouwejan20Clasie6Midtsjø10Wit8Koopmei.11Idrissi9Boadu7Stengs1Olij12Anholt3Riera4Monsalve2Schouten20Hecke33Haye6Verschu.11Allouchi22Gaag9Stokkers

Substitutes

Coach: A. Slot

Substitutes

Coach: P. Hyballa

AZ AlkmaarPosition StrengthNAC Breda
6.90
Avg Rating
6.90Defender (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
AZ Alkmaar4-3-3
1GoalkeeperM. Bizot
30DefenderS. Wuytens
2DefenderJ. Svensson
5DefenderT. Ouwejan
20DefenderJ. Clasie6.9
6MidfielderF. Midtsjø
10MidfielderD. de Wit
8MidfielderT. Koopmeiners
11ForwardO. Idrissi
9ForwardM. Boadu
7ForwardC. Stengs
NAC Breda5-4-1
1GoalkeeperN. Olij
12DefenderP. van Anholt
3DefenderRoger Riera
2DefenderR. Schouten
20DefenderJ. van Hecke
22DefenderJ. van der Gaag
4MidfielderNacho Monsalve
33MidfielderT. Haye
6MidfielderA. Verschueren
11MidfielderM. El Allouchi
9ForwardF. Stokkers

Match Summary

NAC Breda defeated AZ Alkmaar 3:1. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2019. Goals were scored by M. El Allouchi 35′, R. Schouten 60′, O. Idrissi 65′, Javi Noblejas 86′. 2 yellow cards were shown. AZ Alkmaar had 72% possession while NAC Breda held 28%. AZ Alkmaar had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 16 (6 on target) for NAC Breda. AZ Alkmaar made 3 substitutions, NAC Breda made 3.

Rivalry since 2025

AZ Alkmaar vs NAC Breda Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
AZ Alkmaar
1
wins
Drawn
0
NAC Breda
0
wins
Total goals
1 · 1.0/match
Both scored
0/1 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/1 · 0%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 01 v 2025All 1 meetings

Recent Form

AZ Alkmaar

DDWDWL

NAC Breda

LLDDLL

Match Prediction

AZ Alkmaar

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

NAC Breda

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : AZ Alkmaar or draw

40%Form60%
45%Attack55%
100%Defence0%
100%Head-to-head0%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 4 May 2026