AZ Alkmaar vs GO Ahead Eagles Prediction, Tips & Odds
AZ Alkmaar vs GO Ahead Eagles
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The model favours AZ Alkmaar to win against GO Ahead Eagles, projecting a scoreline of 3-1. AZ Alkmaar currently sits at the top of the Eredivisie table after two matches, boasting a perfect record with six goals scored and only one conceded. Their strong goal difference of plus five highlights their offensive prowess and defensive solidity, making them a formidable opponent. On the other hand, GO Ahead Eagles has made a solid start to the season, currently in fourth place with one win from their only match played. They have also shown attacking potential, scoring four goals while conceding just one. However, the Eagles have played fewer matches, which may limit their momentum compared to AZ Alkmaar's more consistent form. The model indicates a high probability of an AZ Alkmaar victory, reflecting their current form of five consecutive wins across all competitions. While they are heavily favoured, a potential caveat is that if GO Ahead Eagles can replicate their strong attacking display from their previous match, they could pose a threat to AZ's defence. The full methodology behind this prediction is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, developed by The Daily Punt Analysis Team using an in-house model that evaluates expected goals and actual results throughout the season.
Betting Predictions
How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.
Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.
Combined goal output is high (3.8 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 12.5% probability.
AZ Alkmaar have been the stronger side, winning 53% of their matches.
Our model projects a 2-1 AZ Alkmaar win as the most likely scoreline at 12.5% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature AZ Alkmaar clean sheets, in line with their 28% clean-sheet rate this season.
Lines averaged across 1 bookmaker. AZ Alkmaar are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.
Best Betting Odds
AZ Alkmaar vs GO Ahead Eagles| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 1.47 | 4.75 | 5.50 | — | — | — | — | |
| 1.58 | 4.50 | 5.42 | 1.40 | 2.75 | 1.57 | 2.34 | |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 10 Meetings (AZ Alkmaar leads 6-0)In the last 10 matches between AZ Alkmaar and GO Ahead Eagles, AZ Alkmaar has won 6 times, while there have been 4 draws and GO Ahead Eagles has yet to secure a victory. The scorelines indicate a generally dominant performance by AZ Alkmaar, with several heavy wins, including a 5-1 result and multiple 3-0 victories. The matches have shown a tendency for high-scoring games, particularly in favor of AZ Alkmaar, while GO Ahead Eagles has struggled to find the net, with only one of their matches ending in a draw. The absence of wins for GO Ahead Eagles in this stretch underscores a significant imbalance in their encounters.
Eredivisie Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AZ Alkmaar | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 6 | WW |
| 2 |  Groningen | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 6 | WW |
| 3 | GO Ahead Eagles | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 4 | DW |
| 4 |  Fortuna Sittard | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 | WD |
| 5 |  Ajax | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | DW |
| 6 |  PSV Eindhoven | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | WD |
| 16 |  ADO Den Haag | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 0 | LL |
| 17 |  Willem II | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 0 | LL |
| 18 |  Cambuur | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 | -6 | 0 | LL |
Venue Record
Current season at home / on the roadKey Statistics
2026 SeasonAZ Alkmaar have won 13 of their last 20 matches at home, drawing 5 and losing 2. Their recent home fixtures include beat AZ Alkmaar 2-0 and beat AZ Alkmaar 3-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 17W 8D 7L from the last 32 games (53% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
GO Ahead Eagles have won 2 of their last 11 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 6. Their recent away fixtures include beat Luton 0-1 and lost to Lommel United 2-1.
Overall, the wider run reads 9W 6D 10L from the last 25 games (36% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.
Lineups
Lineups not yet announced
Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
0 playersAZ Alkmaar
No reported absences
GO Ahead Eagles
No reported absences
Betting Strategy
High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.
Yellow Card Prediction
The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.
Corner Prediction
AZ Alkmaar have averaged 3.7 corners per match at home; GO Ahead Eagles 4.7 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.2 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.
Player Stats Bet
AZ Alkmaar have generated 1.82 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 53% of them. They put 5.0 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. AZ Alkmaar player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.
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The Daily Punt Analysis Team
Data-driven football predictions and betting tips
This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.
Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.
