Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 31/10

Ajax and AZ Alkmaar meet again. The clash, valid for the Eredivisie 2026/27, takes place this 31/10 (Saturday), at Johan Cruyff Arena, at 20:00.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Ajax have won 3 time(s). AZ Alkmaar have won 2. Ajax are the favourites with a 52.91% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar.

Overview Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar

Ajax are favourites, with a 52.91% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V. win are at 4.167 and a draw at 4.55.

In the Netherlands League, Ajax have accumulated 6 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 29 goal(s) scored and 13 conceded. Julian Brandt leads the scoring chart with 6 goal(s). Meanwhile, AZ Alkmaar have accumulated 6 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 20 goal(s) scored and 12 conceded, with Ro-Zangelo Daal as top scorer with 5 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Ajax and AZ Alkmaar

In 38 clashes between Ajax and AZ Alkmaar, the record is balanced: 15 win(s) for each side and 8 draw(s). The most recent was on 08/02/2026, in the Eredivisie. Score: AZ Alkmaar 1-1 Ajax.

A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.

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Ajax: current form

Ajax's attack is firing: an average of 2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.

See their performance in this edition of the Eredivisie:

• 6 win(s), 3 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
• Performance: 2.1 point(s) per match
• 29 goals scored (2.9 per match)
• Top scorer: Julian Brandt (6 goal(s))

AZ Alkmaar: current form

For the visitors, AZ Alkmaar have played 10 match(es) in the Netherlands League.

See their performance:

• 6 win(s), 2 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
• Performance: 2 point(s) per match
• 20 goals scored (2 per match)
• Top scorer: Ro-Zangelo Daal (5 goal(s))

Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar key players

In the Eredivisie, Julian Brandt carries Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V.'s attack with 6 goal(s).

The playmaker is Oscar Gluh, leading in assists with 4. In the whole season, Mika Godts has 17 goal(s).

On the other side, Ro-Zangelo Daal is the name that frightens the most for The Cheeseheads with 5 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.

In terms of playmaking, Mateo Chávez García leads in assists with 3. In the whole season, Troy Parrott has accumulated 17 goal(s).

Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar statistics in the Eredivisie

Ajax have an average of 9.8 corners and 2 cards per match. AZ Alkmaar have 11.4 corners and 1.4 cards. Check the numbers for Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar below.

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AZ Alkmaar

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Points & Results

• 2.10
  PPG
  2
• 60%
  Wins
  60%
• 90%
  First to Score
  70%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 2.90
  Scored/game
  2
• 1.30
  Conceded/game
  1.20
• 2.40
  xG
  2.01
• 1.19
  xGA
  1.09

Trends

• 80%
  Both Score
  50%
• 20%
  Clean Sheet
  30%
• 0%
  Failed to Score
  20%

Correct score prediction for Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar

Goal averages above the norm and Ajax as favourites in the odds. A match with goals and a home win. Correct result: Ajax 3-1 AZ Alkmaar. The correct result option is unpredictable by nature. Bet responsibly.

Where to watch Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar

Check out where to watch the live match between AZ Alkmaar and Ajax:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Ajax and AZ Alkmaar

The line-ups for Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V. line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V. line-up

The AZ Alkmaar starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar

Match: Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 31/10/2026

Time: 20:00 (Brasília time)

Venue: Johan Cruyff Arena

Broadcast: none scheduled

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