AZ Alkmaar vs Ajax Prediction 14 January 2026
🔊 The upcoming clash between AZ Alkmaar and Ajax promises to be a true spectacle. Both sides are in good form: the hosts have won four out of their last ten matches, while the visitors have claimed victory six times over the same stretch. The attacking potential of both teams is impressive, with an average scoring rate exceeding two goals per game. Their playing styles also encourage open competition: Alkmaar prefers to dominate possession, while Ajax relies on quick counterattacks. This encounter will be a real test for both defenses.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 18 October 2025, ending in a 0-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that match (Ajax were the home side):
- possession: 61% vs 39%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 4;
- fouls: 3 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between AZ Alkmaar and Ajax:
- 45 matches played;
- home wins - 16, away wins - 21, draws - 8;
- goals scored - 57 for the hosts, 82 for the visitors;
- average goals in the first half - 1.09, in the second half - 2;
- average total goals per match - 3.09.
Head-to-head statistics AZ Alkmaar - Ajax
AZ Alkmaar Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Eredivisie, with AZ Alkmaar hosting Volendam. The game concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (AZ Alkmaar vs Volendam):
- possession percentage: 49% vs 51%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 2;
- fouls: 10 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 8 vs 2.
AZ Alkmaar are showing decent form, having won four of their last ten matches and securing a stable position. The team favors an attacking style, maintaining possession and creating numerous chances in front of the opposition's goal. In their last five encounters, they've secured two wins and suffered one loss, indicating some inconsistency. Nonetheless, their ability to score more than one goal per game is impressive. Their most recent head-to-head with Ajax ended in a 2-0 victory for Alkmaar, which could serve as extra motivation for the hosts to improve their results in the upcoming game.
Match Results: AZ Alkmaar
Ajax Amsterdam Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Eredivisie, with Ajax traveling to face Telstar. The game concluded with a 3-2 victory for Ajax.
Here are the match statistics (Ajax vs Telstar):
- possession: 65% vs 35%;
- corners: 3 vs 8;
- fouls: 6 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 10 vs 3.
Ajax are showcasing impressive form, securing six wins in their last ten matches while only suffering three defeats. The team effectively utilizes a fast-paced counter-attacking style, creating numerous dangerous opportunities in front of opponents' goals. Winning four of their last five fixtures highlights the team's consistency. Their most recent match ended in victory, underscoring the club's high level of preparation. It's worth noting Ajax's trend in away games-over 2.5 goals have been scored in 10 consecutive away matches, alongside an unbeaten streak of seven official games.
Match Results: Ajax Amsterdam
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 45;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 7; for visitors away - 8; number of draws - 7;
- Average first-half total: 1.09;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.47, while the visitors net 0.62.
First-Half Stats: AZ Alkmaar (home) vs Ajax Amsterdam (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 0;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 0 vs 0;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 5;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 4 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.6 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.9) vs 1.8 (scored - 1.2, conceded - 0.6).
- AZ Alkmaar scored in the 1st half in 14 of last 16 home games.
- Ajax Amsterdam conceded in the 1st half in 11 of last 12 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.27, the guests - 1.82;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 3.09;
- both teams scored: overall - 22; at the home team's field - 11.
- Ajax Amsterdam have scored under 1.5 goals in 7 of last 8 games against AZ Alkmaar.
Prediction on corners
AZ Alkmaar: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5; at home field - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.5; at home field - 7.6.
Ajax Amsterdam: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4, away - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.3; away - 4.67.
- Under 10.5 corners in last 7 AZ Alkmaar home games against Ajax Amsterdam.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 45;
- both teams scored all-time - 22 times;
- on the home team’s field - 11 times.
- Ajax Amsterdam have scored and conceded in 12 of last 13 away games.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The clash between AZ Alkmaar and Ajax promises to be eventful, given the impressive form of both sides. On one hand, the hosts show their ability to dominate in attack and control possession, while on the other, the visitors excel with quick counterattacks and consistent results. Considering the trends: Ajax's high average goals tally away from home and their unbeaten streak, as well as Alkmaar's strong scoring record at home, a bet on over 2.5 goals seems reasonable. An open game with numerous scoring opportunities at both ends is expected. A 2-2 draw in regulation time seems plausible.No comments
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