AZ Alkmaar vs Hapoel Beer Sheva Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 15 October 2026
📢 This is not the most high-profile match of the second round of the Europa League, but it matters a great deal to both sides. AZ Alkmaar and Hapoel Beer-Sheva both had poor starts to the competition, so a win here is important for each of them if they are to avoid falling behind the main group from the very beginning. The Dutch club will be clear favourites at their own AFAS Stadion, but the Israelis will clearly look to make a fight of it and take advantage of any mistakes from the hosts.
Head-to-Head
📊 AZ Alkmaar and Hapoel Beer-Sheva have never previously met.
AZ’s strong start has been overshadowed by two defeats on the road.
AZ Alkmaar have made a very confident start to the new Eredivisie season and are genuine contenders near the top of the table. After eight rounds, they have 19 points from a possible 24 and sit third, behind PSV only on goal difference. They are just one point off leaders Feyenoord.
Their only league defeat came in the previous round, when AZ travelled to Feyenoord and lost to their main title rivals 2-0. One setback against a record of six wins and one draw from eight matches gives little cause for concern.
In the opening round of the Europa League, AZ lost to Sunderland 1-0. The statistics painted a clear picture of Sunderland's superiority: 20 shots to AZ's 11 and an xG of 2.93 against 1.53. The Dutch side had the better of possession - 55% to 45% - but it did not translate into clear chances. The defeat was a fair reflection of the game.
Match Results: AZ Alkmaar
Hapoel continue to showcase their strong form on the European stage
Hapoel Beer Sheva have been looking solid in the Israeli league: after six rounds they sit fourth with 13 points - four wins, one draw and one defeat - just three points off the top. In the previous round they won away at Ironi Tiberias (2-0). They took control from the first minute, had 73% possession and barely let their opponents into the game, so the three points were a fair reflection of the performance.
In the first round of the UEFA Europa League, the Israelis faced a tough opponent in Dinamo Zagreb and were the better side: 66% possession, 15 shots to 7, and an xG of 1.02 against 0.41. However, they could not find a winner and the match ended goalless (0-0).
Match Results: Hapoel Beer Sheva
Latest news
AZ Alkmaar
❌ AZ have three confirmed absentees. Kees Smit and Jizz Hornkamp are recovering from injuries and are expected to return in October. Stije Resink remains sidelined with a knee injury until early January.
Hapoel Beer Sheva
✅ Hapoel have no injury or suspension concerns ahead of the match and come into the game with a fully fit squad.
⚽️ Goals Prediction
Hapoel Beer Sheva are in good form and regularly find ways to score even away from home. In 10 of their last 11 official away matches the Israelis scored at least once, and their average across those ten away games is 1.6 goals. Given that consistency in attack, we expect the visitors to trouble the AZ Alkmaar defence as well. Our bet is on Hapoel Beer Sheva to Score at 1.75*.
🚩 Corners Prediction
AZ Alkmaar are the superior side and will have home support behind them. We expect the Dutch side to enjoy more of the ball, put Hapoel's defence under sustained pressure and create plenty of threat around the opposition goal. That kind of game should give the hosts an advantage in corners too. Our bet is AZ Alkmaar Corners Handicap (-1.5).
🟨 Yellow Cards Prediction
Hapoel Beer Sheva face a difficult away trip against a more technical side, which means the visitors are likely to resort to tactical fouls regularly. Some of those fouls could inevitably result in bookings. Our bet is on Hapoel Beer Sheva to Receive More Yellow Cards.
*Odds are indicative and may vary across different bookmakers.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
According to the bookmakers, AZ Alkmaar should have no trouble in this match. However, we would not be so quick to write off Hapoel Beer-Sheva. The Israeli club are in good form, and their attack in particular has been finding ways to score regularly. AZ Alkmaar, meanwhile, are far from solid at the back and have been conceding consistently. Our main bet is Both Teams to Score - Yes. Predicted score: 3-1.
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