Main prediction: AZ Alkmaar to win

Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half

Other market: over 10.5 corners

Fortuna Sittard host AZ Alkmaar this 22/08 (Saturday), at Fortuna Sittard Stadion, at 15:30, in another chapter of the Netherlands League.

In their last 5 duels across all competitions, Fortuna Sittard have won 2 time(s). AZ Alkmaar have won 3. AZ Alkmaar are the favourites with a 19% chance according to the bookmakers.

See the prediction Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar, where to watch and the probable line-ups.

Prediction for Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar

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Overview Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar

AZ Alkmaar are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 1.7 and a 19% chance of winning. Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V.'s performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a Fortuna Sittard B.V. win are 5.405 and a draw is 4.762.

In the Dutch League, Fortuna Sittard have 1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 5 goal(s) scored and 3 conceded. The top scorer is Ole Romeny, with 1 goal(s). On the other side, AZ Alkmaar have 2 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 6 goal(s) scored and 1 conceded. Peer Koopmeiners is the top scorer with 1 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Fortuna Sittard and AZ Alkmaar

In 16 clashes, AZ Alkmaar have the advantage over Fortuna Sittard: 13 win(s) against 2 and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 04/04/2026, in the Eredivisie, the match score was: AZ Alkmaar 2-0 Fortuna Sittard.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Fortuna Sittard 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.

Fortuna Sittard: current form

Fortuna Sittard have played only 2 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).

In the Netherlands League the situation is this:

1 win(s), 1 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Ole Romeny (1 goal(s))

AZ Alkmaar: current form

Meanwhile, AZ Alkmaar have played only 2 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 3 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

2 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

2.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Peer Koopmeiners (1 goal(s))

Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar key players

In the Eredivisie, Ole Romeny carries Fortuna Sittard B.V.'s attack with 1 goal(s).

The playmaker is Jasper Dahlhaus, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Kaj Sierhuis has 12 goal(s).

On the other side, Peer Koopmeiners is the name that frightens the most for The Cheeseheads with 1 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.

In terms of playmaking, Kees Smit leads in assists with 2. In the whole season, Troy Parrott has accumulated 17 goal(s).

Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar statistics in the Eredivisie

Few matches into the league yet. Fortuna Sittard have an average of 11 corners and 0.5 cards per match. AZ Alkmaar have 14 corners and 1 cards. Check the statistics for Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar in the table below.

Home Team

Fortuna Sittard Team Logo

Fortuna Sittard

Netherlands - Eredivisie

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W D L W L

1.4

Home W W L D L

1.4

Away D L L L W

0.8

Away Team

AZ Alkmaar Team Logo

AZ Alkmaar

Netherlands - Eredivisie

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W W D D

2.2

Home W D D W D

1.8

Away W W D D L

1.6

More tips for Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie:

👉 Our prediction is: Draw

This matchup between Fortuna Sittard and AZ Alkmaar has all the makings of a hard-fought stalemate, so our top tip for the match is to bet on the draw on the 1X2 market.

Neither side is particularly appealing to bet on to win given their uneven form of late. And we also see great value in the 3.8 odds for a draw, which is hard to pass up.

👉 Our prediction is: Over 2.5 goals in the match

Fortuna Sittard and AZ Alkmaar are two attacking sides who have what it takes to make this an entertaining and eventful match.

That's why we highly recommend taking the bet of over 2.5 goals. The bet wins if there are 3 or more goals scored in the match, and if there are 2 goals or fewer, the bet loses.

Correct score prediction for Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar

AZ Alkmaar arrive for this match with numbers well above average. Their favoritism in the odds is a consequence of this. Probable score: Fortuna Sittard 0-3 AZ Alkmaar. No analysis guarantees the correct score. Bet with awareness and within your limits.

Where to watch Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar

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

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Fortuna Sittard and AZ Alkmaar

The line-ups for Fortuna Sittard 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.

Fortuna Sittard B.V. line-up

  • 2

    Siebe Wylin

    Defender

  • 5

    Yassin Oukili

    Midfielder

  • 6

    Syb van Ottele

    Defender

  • 8

    Jasper Dahlhaus

    Defender

  • 10

    Ole Romeny

    Forward

  • 12

    Ivo Pinto

    Defender

  • 23

    Philip Brittijn

    Midfielder

  • 25

    Lequincio Zeefuik

    Forward

  • 28

    Justin Hubner

    Defender

  • 31

    Mattijs Branderhorst

    Goalkeeper

  • 52

    Mohammed Amine Ihattaren

    Midfielder

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V. line-up

  • 3

    Wouter Goes

    Defender

  • 5

    Mateo Chávez García

    Defender

  • 6

    Peer Koopmeiners

    Midfielder

  • 7

    Weslley Pinto Batista

    Forward

  • 10

    Kees Smit

    Midfielder

  • 11

    Ro-Zangelo Daal

    Forward

  • 16

    Lewis Schouten

    Defender

  • 21

    Dave Kwakman

    Midfielder

  • 22

    Elijah Dijkstra

    Defender

  • 28

    Jari De Busser

    Goalkeeper

  • 35

    Mexx Meerdink

    Forward

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

Match details for Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar

Match: Fortuna Sittard vs AZ Alkmaar

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 22/08/2026

Time: 15:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Fortuna Sittard Stadion

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published on 19 August 2026, at 20:13 Last updated on 22 August 2026, at 04:24
Author: Amauri Barbosa

Sports betting analyst with over 15 years of experience. At APWin, he writes football predictions, reviews bookmakers and explains the reasoning behind every bet.