Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction
🔊 In the upcoming Eredivisie clash, NEC Nijmegen are set to host AZ Alkmaar. Both teams are eager to solidify their standings in the league table. NEC, currently in 11th place, will look to capitalize on their home advantage despite recent setbacks. Meanwhile, AZ, sitting in 6th position, have been performing confidently this season and aim to build on their success. Statistics reveal that the hosts rarely lose at home, although they often make defensive errors. On the other hand, the visitors have not always been successful on the road, adding an element of intrigue to this encounter.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between NEC Nijmegen and AZ Alkmaar:
- 15 matches played;
- home wins - 4, away wins - 7, draws - 4;
- goals scored - 17 for NEC, 27 for AZ;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.47, in the second half - 1.47;
- average total goals per match - 2.93.
The most recent game took place on 17 August 2024 at AZ Alkmaar's home ground, ending in a 1-0 victory for them.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

NEC Nijmegen Team Overview
NEC Nijmegen have been inconsistent this season, currently sitting 11th in the table. Their recent form reflects this: 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. The team averages 1.5 goals per match but also concedes around 1.7. Impressively, they have scored in 24 of their last 25 home games, showcasing a strong attacking prowess on home soil. However, their defense often holds them back, which could be problematic against more organized opponents. Despite these challenges, NEC are eager to secure a victory to improve their standing and climb higher in the table.
Match Results: NEC Nijmegen

AZ Alkmaar Team Overview
AZ Alkmaar are currently sitting in 6th place in the Eredivisie, showcasing impressive form this season. They remain in contention for a Champions League qualification spot, trailing by just 5 points. With 6 wins in their last 10 matches, the team displays consistency and efficiency, averaging 1.9 goals per game while conceding only 1.4. However, despite their strong performances, AZ struggle on the road, failing to secure a win in 8 of their last 9 away fixtures. This could pose a challenge against NEC, who have been solid at home.
Match Results: AZ Alkmaar
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 15;
- Home wins - 4, Away wins - 7, Draws - 4.
Statistics: NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar
- Matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 25;
- Wins: 8 vs 13;
- Win percentage: 31% vs 52%;
- Losses: 13 vs 7;
- Draws: 5 vs 5.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 6;
- Losses: 4 vs 2;
- Draws: 3 vs 2.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's hosts average goals scored - 1.13, visitors - 1.8;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.93;
- Both teams scored: overall - 10 times; at the home team's ground - 4 times.
Statistics: NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar
- Average total in the tournament: 2.85 vs 2.72;
- Average goals scored: 1.42 vs 1.68;
- Average first-half total: 0.54 vs 0.6;
- Average second-half total: 0.88 vs 1.08;
- NEC Nijmegen: average home total in the tournament - 2.08;
- AZ Alkmaar: average away total in the tournament - 1.46;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.5 (home - 2.75) vs 1.9 (away - 1.6).
- NEC Nijmegen score less than 1.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 Eredivisie head-to-heads against AZ Alkmaar.
Corner Prediction
NEC Nijmegen: Statistics
- Season average total in the tournament - 5.27; at home - 5.31;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 3.9; at home - 3.25.
AZ Alkmaar: Statistics
- Season average total in the tournament - 5.68, away - 5.62;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.4; away - 6.
- NEC Nijmegen win fewer than 4.5 corners in 6 of their last 7 Eredivisie head-to-heads against AZ Alkmaar.
Card Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-heads - 2.54 (1.27 for hosts, and 1.27 for visitors);
- Average total yellow cards at hosts' ground - 3.28 (1.57 for hosts, and 1.71 for visitors).
NEC Nijmegen: Statistics
- Season average total in the tournament - 1.04; at home - 0.85;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.2; at home - 1.
AZ Alkmaar: Statistics
- Season average total in the tournament - 1.48, away - 1.77;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2; away - 2.4.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 15;
- Both teams scored overall - 10 times;
- At the home team's ground - 4 times.
Statistics: NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar
- Matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 25;
- Matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 12 vs 14;
- NEC Nijmegen's BTTS at home - 10 (77%);
- AZ Alkmaar's BTTS away - 7 (54%).
Last 10 Matches:
- BTTS matches: 6 vs 7;
- NEC Nijmegen's BTTS at home - 4 (100%);
- AZ Alkmaar's BTTS away - 5 (100%).
- NEC Nijmegen score and concede at home in their last seven Eredivisie matches.
- AZ Alkmaar score and concede away in their last five matches.
Editor's Prediction
In this match, NEC Nijmegen and AZ Alkmaar are both aiming for victory, but their current form and stats suggest a cautious approach is warranted. Considering the hosts rarely lose at home and the visitors struggle on the road, along with statistical trends, betting on both teams to score (yes) seems promising.