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Scoring Trends

AZ Alkmaar

NAC Breda

2.13

Goals Scored

0.63

1.13

Goals Conceded

2.06 Expected Goals (xG) 0.88

100%

Over 1.5

75%

88%

Over 2.5

38%

Over 3.5

25%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

AZ Alkmaar hold a slight statistical advantage, though this match remains competitive. Recent suggest an open game with likely chances at both ends.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. Scoring trends strongly favor an Over 2.5 Goals match. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win55%

Draw25%

Away Win20%

Goals & Scoring

Both Teams to Score51%

Over 1.5 Goals76%

Over 2.5 Goals60%

Match Events

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No live events recorded yet.

Previous Encounters

31 Aug 25 ERE

NAC Breda

0:1

✓ AZ Alkmaar

24 Apr 25 ERE

AZ Alkmaar

1:1

NAC Breda

15 Dec 24 ERE

NAC Breda

1:2

✓ AZ Alkmaar

12 Feb 20 KNV

AZ Alkmaar

1:3

✓ NAC Breda

08 Feb 19 ERE

NAC Breda

0:3

✓ AZ Alkmaar

Recent Form (Last 5)

AZ Alkmaar

Home Team

03 May

AZ Alkmaar

2 : 2

Twente

23 Apr

G.A. Eagles

0 : 0

AZ Alkmaar

19 Apr

AZ Alkmaar

5 : 1

Nijmegen

16 Apr

AZ Alkmaar

2 : 2

Shakhtar

12 Apr

AZ Alkmaar

3 : 0

Heerenveen

NAC Breda

Away Team

02 May

Utrecht

2 : 0

NAC Breda

25 Apr

NAC Breda

0 : 2

Ajax

12 Apr

Sittard

1 : 1

NAC Breda

05 Apr

NAC Breda

0 : 0

Sparta Rotterdam

21 Mar

Zwolle

2 : 1

NAC Breda

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	PSV	32	25	3	4	92:43	78
2	Feyenoord	32	18	7	7	67:43	61
3	Nijmegen	32	15	11	6	74:50	56
4	Ajax	32	14	13	5	61:39	55
5	Twente	32	14	13	5	54:35	55
6	AZ Alkmaar	32	14	8	10	54:47	50
7	Heerenveen	32	14	8	10	57:51	50
8	Utrecht	32	13	8	11	51:41	47
9	Sparta Rotterdam	32	12	7	13	38:55	43
10	Groningen	32	12	6	14	45:43	42
11	G.A. Eagles	32	8	14	10	52:47	38
12	Zwolle	32	9	10	13	42:66	37
13	Sittard	32	10	6	16	46:59	36
14	Excelsior	32	9	7	16	39:53	34
15	Telstar	32	7	10	15	44:54	31
16	FC Volendam	32	8	7	17	33:52	31
17	NAC Breda	32	5	10	17	30:55	25
18	Heracles	32	5	4	23	34:80	19

Match Preview: AZ Alkmaar vs NAC Breda

The upcoming fixture between AZ Alkmaar and NAC Breda promises to be an engaging encounter in Eredivisie. Scheduled for Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 12:30 UTC, the match will take place at AFAS Stadion. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

The context of this match is defined by the current standings and the ambitions of both squads. AZ Alkmaar will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while NAC Breda aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

History suggests that matches between AZ Alkmaar and NAC Breda are competitively fought. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

Tactically, this game could be decided in the midfield battles. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. AZ Alkmaar will try to assert dominance early, whereas NAC Breda might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

The match atmosphere is expected to be electric, and tracking the game minute-by-minute adds to the excitement. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Modern football is often defined by the underlying numbers. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either AZ Alkmaar or NAC Breda. Momentum is crucial in Eredivisie, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.