Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 18/10

Cambuur and AZ Alkmaar have a track record that never disappoints football fans.

The two teams meet this 18/10 (Sunday), at Cambuurstadion, at 13:30, and the Eredivisie 2026/27 gets another chapter of this rivalry.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Cambuur have won 2 time(s) and score 1.6 goals per match. Meanwhile, AZ Alkmaar have won 2 time(s). AZ Alkmaar have a 65.49% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar.

Overview Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar

AZ Alkmaar are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 1.527 and a 65.49% chance of winning. Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V.'s performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a The Yellow-Blues win are 7.7 and a draw is 9.

In the Dutch League, Cambuur have 2 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 4 defeat(s), with 11 goal(s) scored and 19 conceded. The top scorer is Rafik el Arguioui, with 4 goal(s). On the other side, AZ Alkmaar have 6 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 18 goal(s) scored and 8 conceded. Ro-Zangelo Daal is the top scorer with 4 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Cambuur and AZ Alkmaar

In 11 clashes, AZ Alkmaar have the advantage over Cambuur: 7 win(s) against 0 and 4 draw(s). The most recent was on 25/02/2023, in the Eredivisie, the match score was: AZ Alkmaar 2-1 Cambuur.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

Check out all the predictions for the Eredivisie and see all the analysis before you bet.

Cambuur: current form

Cambuur have played 8 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

See the team's performance in the Netherlands League 2026/27:

• 2 win(s), 2 draw(s), 4 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1 point(s) per match
• 11 goals scored (1.38 per match)
• Top scorer: Rafik el Arguioui (4 goal(s))

AZ Alkmaar: current form

On the other side, AZ Alkmaar are also in great form: a 75% win rate and 2.38 points per match in 8 matches in the Eredivisie.

In their last 5 across all competitions: 2 win(s) and 2 defeat(s).

See more of their performance in the Dutch League:

• 6 win(s), 1 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
• Performance: 2.38 point(s) per match
• 18 goals scored (2.25 per match)
• Top scorer: Ro-Zangelo Daal (4 goal(s))

Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar key players

In the Eredivisie, Rafik el Arguioui carries The Yellow-Blues's attack with 4 goal(s).

The playmaker is Nicolas Binder, leading in assists with 2. In the whole season, Ichem Ferrah has 12 goal(s).

On the other side, Ro-Zangelo Daal is the name that frightens the most for The Cheeseheads with 4 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).

Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar statistics in the Eredivisie

Cambuur have an average of 9.76 corners and 1.75 cards per match. AZ Alkmaar have 12 corners and 1.13 cards. Check the numbers for Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar below.

Cambuur

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AZ Alkmaar

Away

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OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1
  PPG
  2.38
• 25%
  Wins
  75%
• 50%
  First to Score
  88%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.38
  Scored/game
  2.25
• 2.38
  Conceded/game
  1
• 1.26
  xG
  2.18
• 1.64
  xGA
  0.98

Trends

• 63%
  Both Score
  50%
• 25%
  Clean Sheet
  38%
• 13%
  Failed to Score
  13%

Correct score prediction for Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar

AZ Alkmaar dominate the head-to-head record and also arrive with good attacking capacity. Correct result: Cambuur 3-1 AZ Alkmaar. Guessing the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar

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

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Cambuur and AZ Alkmaar

The line-ups for Cambuur 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.

The Yellow-Blues 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 Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar

Match: Cambuur vs AZ Alkmaar

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 18/10/2026

Time: 13:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Cambuurstadion

Broadcast: none scheduled

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