Heracles vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction 13 April 2025
πAn exciting clash is on the horizon as Heracles face AZ Alkmaar in the 29th round of the Eredivisie. Both teams are determined to improve their standings, promising a tense encounter. Heracles sit mid-table and aim to secure their position in the safe zone. Their recent matches have shown inconsistency, which could play a crucial role in the upcoming fixture. Meanwhile, AZ Alkmaar are battling for European competition spots and have no intention of giving up without a fight. The intrigue is heightened by the scoring trends of both teams.
Head-to-Head
πStatistical preview of official encounters between Heracles and AZ Alkmaar:
- 36 matches played;
- home wins - 7, away wins - 27, draws - 2;
- goals scored - 42 versus 86;
- average total in the first half - 1.5, second half - 2.06;
- average total goals per match - 3.56.
The last game took place on 27 February 2025 at Heracles' ground, ending in a 2-2 draw.
Head-to-head statistics Heracles - AZ Alkmaar

Heracles Almelo Team Overview
Heracles Almelo have shown mixed results this season, currently sitting in 10th place with 7 wins and 11 draws. In their last ten outings, they have secured four victories, yet consistency remains elusive. Despite this, Heracles often deliver strong performances at home, scoring in nearly every match but also making defensive errors that lead to conceding almost as many goals. Their recent encounter against AZ Alkmaar ended in a 2-2 draw, highlighting their ability to challenge stronger opponents even amidst their current form struggles.
Match Results: Heracles Almelo

AZ Alkmaar Team Overview
AZ Alkmaar are firmly in the top six of the Eredivisie and are looking to solidify their position for a spot in European competitions. The team performs well on the road, rarely suffering defeats away from home. Over their last ten matches, they have secured three wins and four draws. Their attack remains one of their strongest assets, consistently scoring more than one goal per game even when playing away. A noteworthy trend is that AZ Alkmaar seldom lose to Heracles, regardless of the venue.
Match Results: AZ Alkmaar
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- home team wins - 7, away team wins - 27, draws - 2.
Statistics: Heracles Almelo vs AZ Alkmaar
- number of matches played in the tournament: 28 vs 28;
- number of wins: 7 vs 13;
- win percentage: 25% vs 46%;
- number of losses: 10 vs 8;
- number of draws: 11 vs 7.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 4 vs 3;
- number of losses: 3 vs 3;
- number of draws: 3 vs 4.
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in their last 5 games against AZ Alkmaar (Eredivisie).
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in their last 17 home games.
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in 16 of last 17 games.
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in their last 13 home games (Eredivisie).
- Heracles Almelo won with a +1.5 handicap in 11 of last 12 games (Eredivisie).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.17, the guests - 2.39;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.56;
- both teams scored: overall - 21; at the home team's field - 9.
Statistics: Heracles Almelo vs AZ Alkmaar
- average total in the tournament: 2.96 vs 2.82;
- average total goals scored: 1.25 vs 1.68;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.68 vs 0.64;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.57 vs 1.04;
- Heracles Almelo: average total at home in the tournament - 1.86;
- AZ Alkmaar: average total away in the tournament - 1.57;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 2.33) vs 1.5 (away - 1.83).
- AZ Alkmaar have scored over 1.5 goals in 8 of last 9 away games against Heracles Almelo.
Prediction on corners
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; at home field - 5.33.
AZ Alkmaar: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.93, away - 5.71;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7; away - 6.17.
- AZ Alkmaar have taken over 5.5 corners in 7 of last 8 games against Heracles Almelo.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.5 (1.75 for home team and 1.75 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3.75 (2.06 for home team and 1.69 for away team).
Heracles Almelo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.57; at home - 1.71;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2; at home - 2.33.
AZ Alkmaar: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.57, away - 1.93;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.4; away - 2.67.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 36;
- both teams scored all-time - 21 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 9 times.
Statistics: Heracles Almelo vs AZ Alkmaar
- number of matches played in the tournament: 28 vs 28;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 17 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Heracles Almelo at home - 12 (86%);
- number of BTTS matches for AZ Alkmaar away - 8 (57%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Heracles Almelo at home - 4 (67%);
- BTTS matches for AZ Alkmaar away - 6 (100%).
- Heracles Almelo have scored and conceded in their last 8 home games (Eredivisie).
- AZ Alkmaar have scored and conceded in their last 6 away games.