Main prediction: AZ Alkmaar to win
Alternative tip: AZ Alkmaar to win and both teams to score
Other market: 10 or more corners
The season is still early days and Utrecht are back on the pitch this 15/08 (Saturday).
The clash is against AZ Alkmaar, at Stadion Galgenwaard, at 17:45, in the Eredivisie.
Only a few matches into the league so far. In their last 5 across all competitions, Utrecht have won 3 time(s) and AZ Alkmaar have won 2. AZ Alkmaar are the clear favourites with a 34% chance at the sportsbooks.
See where to watch, the probable line-ups and the best prediction for Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar.
Prediction for Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar
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Overview Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar are the favourites in the clash, with odds of 2.51 and a 34% chance of winning. Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V.'s performance this season justifies this status. The odds for a F.C. Utrecht B.V. win are 2.899 and a draw is 4.082.
In the Dutch League, Utrecht have 0 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 1 goal(s) scored and 2 conceded. The top scorer is Adrian Blake, with 1 goal(s). On the other side, AZ Alkmaar have 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded. Ro-Zangelo Daal is the top scorer with 1 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Utrecht and AZ Alkmaar
In 32 clashes, Utrecht have the advantage over AZ Alkmaar: 12 win(s) against 11 and 9 draw(s). The most recent was on 01/03/2026, in the Eredivisie. Utrecht won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
Check out all the predictions for the Eredivisie and see all the analysis before you bet.
Utrecht: current form
Utrecht have played only 1 match(es) in the Eredivisie.
With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).
In the Netherlands League the situation is this:
0 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Adrian Blake (1 goal(s))
AZ Alkmaar: current form
Meanwhile, AZ Alkmaar have played only 1 match(es) in the Eredivisie.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 2 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
2.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Ro-Zangelo Daal (1 goal(s))
Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar key players
In the Eredivisie, Adrian Blake carries F.C. Utrecht B.V.'s attack with 1 goal(s).
The playmaker is Davy van den Berg, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Gjivai Zechiël has 9 goal(s).
On the other side, Ro-Zangelo Daal 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 1. In the whole season, Troy Parrott has accumulated 17 goal(s).
Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar statistics in the Eredivisie
Few matches into the league yet. Utrecht have an average of 6 corners and 2 cards per match. AZ Alkmaar have 16 corners and 0 cards. Check the statistics for Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar in the table below.
Utrecht
Netherlands - Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar
Netherlands - Eredivisie
More tips for Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar
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Correct score prediction for Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar arrive with a better campaign and good attacking power. The visitors' favoritism in the odds is backed by the numbers. Exact score: Utrecht 1-2 AZ Alkmaar. Score prognosis involves high uncertainty. Bet calmly.
Where to watch Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar
Check out where to watch the live match between AZ Alkmaar and Utrecht:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Utrecht and AZ Alkmaar
The line-ups for Utrecht 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.
F.C. Utrecht B.V. line-up
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2
Siebe Horemans
Defender
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8
Joris van Overeem
Midfielder
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9
David Min
Forward
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10
Yoann Cathline
Forward
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11
Ángel Alarcón Galiot
Forward
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20
Dani de Wit
Midfielder
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23
Niclas Vesterlund
Defender
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25
Michael Brouwer
Goalkeeper
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44
Mike Eerdhuijzen
Defender
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53
Ferdinand Pohl
Defender
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92
Arthur Zagre
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Alkmaar Zaanstreek N.V. line-up
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3
Wouter Goes
Defender
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6
Peer Koopmeiners
Midfielder
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7
Weslley Pinto Batista
Forward
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10
Kees Smit
Midfielder
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11
Ro-Zangelo Daal
Forward
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15
Mateo Chávez García
Defender
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16
Lewis Schouten
Defender
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21
Dave Kwakman
Midfielder
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22
Elijah Dijkstra
Defender
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28
Jari De Busser
Goalkeeper
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35
Mexx Meerdink
Forward
The AZ Alkmaar starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar
Match: Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar
Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27
Date: 15/08/2026
Time: 17:45 (Brasília time)
Venue: Stadion Galgenwaard
Broadcast: none scheduled
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