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Scoring Trends

AZ Alkmaar

Excelsior

2.5

Goals Scored

1.63

1.13

Goals Conceded

1.25

1.88 Expected Goals (xG) 1.38

100%

Over 1.5

88%

Over 2.5

50%

Over 3.5

38%

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. Considering both teams' scoring consistency, goals on both ends seem highly likely. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win43%

Draw30%

Away Win27%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes60%

Over 1.5 Goals84%

Over 2.5 Goals63%

Match Events

46'

Sub

Weslley Patati In: Sadiq I.

Out: Weslley Patati

63'

Sub

Jensen I. In: Daal R.

Out: Jensen I.

64'

Sub

Hansson E. In: de Regt G.

Out: Hansson E.

Previous Encounters

14 Feb 26 ERE

Excelsior

1:2

✓ AZ Alkmaar

21 Jan 26 ERE

AZ Alkmaar

1:1

Excelsior

13 Jul 24 CLU

AZ Alkmaar ✓

8:0

Excelsior

10 Mar 24 ERE

AZ Alkmaar ✓

4:0

Excelsior

04 Nov 23 ERE

Excelsior

1:1

AZ Alkmaar

Recent Form (Last 5)

AZ Alkmaar

Home Team

10 May

Feyenoord

1 : 1

AZ Alkmaar

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

Excelsior

Away Team

10 May

Excelsior

1 : 1

FC Volendam

02 May

Groningen

2 : 3

Excelsior

26 Apr

Excelsior

5 : 0

Utrecht

12 Apr

Zwolle

2 : 2

Excelsior

04 Apr

Excelsior

0 : 2

Nijmegen

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	PSV	33	26	3	4	96:44	81
2	Feyenoord	33	18	8	7	68:44	62
3	Twente	33	15	13	5	58:35	58
4	Nijmegen	33	15	11	7	75:52	56
5	Ajax	33	14	13	6	62:41	55
6	AZ Alkmaar	33	14	9	10	55:48	51
7	Utrecht	33	14	8	11	53:42	50
8	Heerenveen	33	14	8	11	57:53	50
9	Groningen	33	13	6	14	47:44	45
10	Sparta Rotterdam	33	12	7	14	38:59	43
11	Sittard	33	11	6	16	49:61	39
12	G.A. Eagles	33	8	14	11	53:51	38
13	Zwolle	33	9	10	14	44:69	37
14	Excelsior	33	9	8	16	40:54	35
15	Telstar	33	8	10	15	47:54	34
16	FC Volendam	33	8	8	17	34:53	32
17	NAC Breda	33	6	10	17	32:55	28
18	Heracles	33	5	4	24	34:83	19

Match Preview: AZ Alkmaar vs Excelsior

AZ Alkmaar welcomes Excelsior for what is shaping up to be a crucial match in Eredivisie. Scheduled for Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 17:45 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

Entering this game, both AZ Alkmaar and Excelsior are focused on their respective objectives for the season. AZ Alkmaar will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Excelsior 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 Excelsior 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 Excelsior 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

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. 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 Excelsior. 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.