AZ Alkmaar and Heerenveen face each other on Sunday 04.12.2026, at 15:45 (UK Time), in a Eredivisie 2025/26 match. The game will take place at AZ Alkmaar's home ground, the AFAS Stadion (Victorie Stadion).
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V. and Sportclub Heerenveen N.V., grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for AZ Alkmaar vs Heerenveen
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1st Half Under 1.5 Goals
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AZ Alkmaar preview
AZ Alkmaar heads into the match with the following record in the Eredivisie: in 29 matches, Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V. secured 13 victories, 6 draws, and 10 losses, maintaining an average of 1.55 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Cheeseheads's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 28 victories so far.
AZ Alkmaar has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 97 goals, of which 49 were scored in the Eredivisie, resulting in an average of 1.69 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Troy Parrott, who has found the back of the net 15 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Kees Smit has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, AZ Alkmaar has conceded 45 goals in the Eredivisie (an average of 1.55 per game) and 62 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.27 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Heerenveen preview
Heerenveen comes into the game with 29 matches played so far in the Eredivisie. They have secured 12 victories, 8 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.52 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 15 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses.
Sportclub Heerenveen N.V.'s attack has been highly effective, scoring 63 goals during this period. Of that total, 53 were netted in the Eredivisie, with an average of 1.83 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.91.
The Super Frisians's offensive system is led by Jacob Trenskow, the team's top scorer this season. The danish midfielder has found the back of the net 12 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Joris van Overeem. The midfielder has contributed with 8 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 47 goals with an average of 1.62 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 54 goals in 33 matches, averaging 1.64 per match.
Head to head: AZ Alkmaar vs Heerenveen
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
AZ Alkmaar
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W L W W |
1.8 |
| Home | W W W W W |
3 |
| Away | L L W L L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 45% | 50% | 40% |
| Goals | 3.24 | 3.71 | 2.8 |
| Scored | 1.69 | 2.21 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.55 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 66% | 79% | 53% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 21% | 27% |
| Failed To Score | 10% | 0% | 20% |
| 1st to Score | 59% | 79% | 40% |
|
xG
|
1.71 | 1.77 | 1.67 |
|
xGA
|
1.39 | 1.32 | 1.47 |
Heerenveen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W W W |
2.6 |
| Home | W W W W D |
2.6 |
| Away | D W L W L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 41% | 47% | 36% |
| Goals | 3.45 | 3.6 | 3.29 |
| Scored | 1.83 | 2.07 | 1.57 |
| Conceded | 1.62 | 1.53 | 1.71 |
| Both Teams to Score | 72% | 80% | 64% |
| Without Conceding | 10% | 7% | 14% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 13% | 21% |
| 1st to Score | 59% | 47% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.72 | 1.85 | 1.58 |
|
xGA
|
1.49 | 1.3 | 1.69 |
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