Heracles vs AZ Prediction 27 February 2025
🔊 In the upcoming match between Heracles Almelo and AZ Alkmaar, scheduled for February 27, spectators are in for an exciting showdown. This is a battle for a spot in the final of the KNVB Cup! The "Heraclids" from Almelo are renowned for their resilience on home turf, remaining unbeaten in nine consecutive matches, while the "Cheese Farmers" from Alkmaar boast an impressive unbeaten away streak. The odds point to the visitors as favorites, but the hosts are ready to put up a fight. The match promises to be eventful.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Heracles Almelo and AZ Alkmaar:
- played 35 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 7, for the away team - 26, draws - 2;
- number of goals - 40 against 84;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.46, in the 2nd half - 2.09;
- average total goals in the match - 3.54.
The last game took place on 01 December 2024 at the home ground of AZ Alkmaar and ended with a score of 1:0.
Head-to-head statistics Heracles - AZ

Heracles Almelo Team Overview
Heracles Almelo are showing confident play on their home ground, remaining unbeaten in their last nine home matches. Their attacking style allows them to score in 11 consecutive games, making the "Heraclids" a dangerous opponent for any visitor. This season, the team has shown consistent form: 5 wins, 4 draws, and only one loss in the last 10 matches. The average scoring rate is 1.5 goals per match, indicating strong attacking power. Notably, Elvin van de Looi's protégés have not conceded a single goal on their way to the cup semi-finals. They secured clean-sheet victories against Winterswijk, NEC, De Graafschap, and Utrecht.
Match Results: Heracles Almelo

AZ Alkmaar Team Overview
AZ Alkmaar continues to impress with their performance this season. The team is in excellent form, having secured 6 victories in their last 10 matches and only losing twice to opponents. Their attacking potential is reflected in an average of 1.9 goals per game, making the "Cheese Farmers" a formidable force on the road. In the last eight away matches, they have only suffered one defeat, highlighting their resilience and ability to adapt to different game conditions. Importantly, on their way to the cup semifinals, Maarten Martens' men defeated Ajax (2:0), who are currently leading in the Eredivisie.
Match Results: AZ Alkmaar
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 35;
- home team wins - 7, away team wins - 26, draws - 2.
- Heracles Almelo wins with a handicap of +1.5 in each of their last 13 home games.
- Heracles Almelo wins with a handicap of +1.5 in 9 of the last 10 games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.14, the guests - 2.4;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.54;
- both teams scored: overall - 20; at the home team's field - 8.
Statistics: Heracles Almelo vs AZ Alkmaar
- average total in the tournament: 1.5 vs 3.33;
- average total goals scored: 1.5 vs 2.67;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.75 vs 1;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.75 vs 1.67;
- Heracles Almelo: average total at home in the tournament - 1.5;
- AZ Alkmaar: average total away in the tournament - 0;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 1.67) vs 1.9 (away - 1.75).
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in each of the last 8 Heracles Almelo home games against AZ Alkmaar.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.26 (1.63 - for home team and 1.63 - for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at home team's field - 3.27 (1.8 - for home team and 1.47 - for away team).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 35;
- both teams scored all-time - 20 times;
- on the home team’s field - 8 times.
Editor's Prediction
The match between Heracles Almelo and AZ Alkmaar promises to be intense and eventful. Both teams are in good form and have their strengths: the "Heraclids" perform confidently at home, while the "Cheese Farmers" demonstrate high scoring ability on the road. Historically, their head-to-head encounters often end with a total of more than 2.5 goals, which is supported by current trends. Considering all factors and statistics, the most likely outcome seems to be a bet on total over 2.5 goals. This prediction is supported by both the history of their encounters and the current form of the teams.