Groningen and AZ Alkmaar face each other on Sunday 03.22.2026, at 15:45 (UK Time), in a Eredivisie 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Groningen's home ground, the Euroborg (De Groene Kathedraal).
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between F.C. Groningen B.V. and Alkmaar Zaanstreek 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 Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar
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AZ Alkmaar Clean Sheet: No
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Groningen preview
Groningen heads into the match with the following record in the Eredivisie: in 27 matches, F.C. Groningen B.V. secured 10 victories, 5 draws, and 12 losses, maintaining an average of 1.3 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Pride of the North's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 10 victories so far.
Groningen has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 39 goals, of which 37 were scored in the Eredivisie, resulting in an average of 1.37 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Thom van Bergen, who has found the back of the net 7 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Younes Taha El Idrissi has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, Groningen has conceded 37 goals in the Eredivisie (an average of 1.37 per game) and 42 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.5 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
AZ Alkmaar preview
AZ Alkmaar comes into the game with 27 matches played so far in the Eredivisie. They have secured 12 victories, 6 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.56 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 27 wins, 7 draws, and 13 losses.
Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V.'s attack has been highly effective, scoring 95 goals during this period. Of that total, 47 were netted in the Eredivisie, with an average of 1.74 goals per game. The overall season average is 2.02.
The Cheeseheads's offensive system is led by Troy Parrott, the team's top scorer this season. The irish forward has found the back of the net 15 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Kees Smit. The midfielder has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 42 goals with an average of 1.56 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 59 goals in 47 matches, averaging 1.26 per match.
Head to head: Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Groningen
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W L L L |
0.8 |
| Home | W L L L D |
0.8 |
| Away | D L L L W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 38% | 36% |
| Goals | 2.74 | 2.62 | 2.86 |
| Scored | 1.37 | 1.54 | 1.21 |
| Conceded | 1.37 | 1.08 | 1.64 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 54% | 57% |
| Without Conceding | 26% | 31% | 21% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 23% | 21% |
| 1st to Score | 52% | 54% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.75 | 1.82 | 1.68 |
|
xGA
|
1.29 | 1.15 | 1.42 |
AZ Alkmaar
Netherlands - Eredivisie
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W L W |
2.4 |
| Home | W W W W W |
3 |
| Away | W L L L W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 46% | 43% |
| Goals | 3.3 | 3.85 | 2.79 |
| Scored | 1.74 | 2.23 | 1.29 |
| Conceded | 1.56 | 1.62 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 85% | 57% |
| Without Conceding | 22% | 15% | 29% |
| Failed To Score | 7% | 0% | 14% |
| 1st to Score | 52% | 77% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.71 | 1.77 | 1.65 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.34 | 1.47 |
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