Match Analysis: AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-10
- Time: 12:30 PM UTC
- Location: AFAS Stadion, Alkmaar, Netherlands
Game Overview
AZ Alkmaar hosts Groningen in the opening match of the 2025-26 Eredivisie season. Both teams aim to start strong, with AZ Alkmaar as clear favorites playing at home. The match will take place at the AFAS Stadion in Alkmaar.
Key Factors to Consider
- AZ Alkmaar has a strong home record and is motivated to win their first match of the season after previous less convincing results. Groningen is typically an underdog in this matchup and has struggled away from home recently.
- Historically, AZ Alkmaar has dominated recent meetings against Groningen, especially on home soil at AFAS Stadion. Head-to-head trends favor AZ Alkmaar for outright win and scoring advantage.
- No significant injury reports were noted in the latest updates for either team, implying both squads should be near full strength.
- The match is early in the season, so both teams may still be adjusting competitive rhythm. Weather or pitch conditions at AFAS Stadion are expected to be normal with no special impacts.
- AZ Alkmaar is highly motivated to start the season strongly to challenge for top Eredivisie positions. Groningen aims to avoid opening day defeat but faces challenges against a favored opponent.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | AZ Alkmaar: -197, Groningen: 475, Draw: 335 | AZ Alkmaar win | β β β β β 75% |
| Spread | AZ Alkmaar -1: -118, Groningen +1: -102 | AZ Alkmaar to cover -1 spread | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over 2.75: -110, Under 2.75: -110 | Under 2.75 goals | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | AZ Alkmaar 1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.75 5% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 2.75 at 5% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 5.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
AZ Alkmaar is predicted to win the match with a moderate margin, considering home advantage and squad strength.
Predicted Score: 2-0