Match Analysis: AZ Alkmaar vs FC Zwolle – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-24
- Time: 6:00 PM UTC
- Location: AFAS Stadion, Alkmaar, Netherlands
Game Overview
AZ Alkmaar hosts FC Zwolle in a Dutch Eredivisie Round 3 match, with AZ currently ranked 4th and Zwolle 11th. AZ Alkmaar has shown strong form recently, scoring 12 goals in their last 5 matches and remains unbeaten in the last 5 H2H encounters against Zwolle. Zwolle struggles with form, having lost their last 3 league matches.
Key Factors to Consider
- AZ Alkmaar has been in excellent attacking form with wins over strong opposition in the league and UEFA Conference League qualifiers. They have scored at least 2 goals in 9 of their last 10 home matches against Zwolle. FC Zwolle, conversely, has struggled with 3 consecutive losses in the league with limited goal output.
- AZ Alkmaar have dominated recent encounters, remaining unbeaten in the last 5 meetings with 4 wins and 1 draw. Historically at home, AZ scores multiple goals against Zwolle frequently.
- No specific injury reports were found for either side indicating key absences, suggesting both teams can field strong squads.
- The match is played at AZ Alkmaar's home ground, AFAS Stadion, which favors the home team significantly. Weather or other external disruptions have not been reported.
- AZ Alkmaar aims to consolidate a top-table position early in the season, buoyed by strong form and home advantage. Zwolle looks to recover from early-season losses and gain points away from home.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | AZ Alkmaar: -312, FC Zwolle: 620, Draw: 430 | AZ Alkmaar win | β β β β β 82% |
| Spread | AZ Alkmaar -1.5: -111, FC Zwolle +1.5: -109 | AZ Alkmaar -1.5 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | Over 3.25: -106, Under 3.25: -114 | Over 3.25 goals | β β β ββ 65% |
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 | Over 3.25 17% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 3.25 at 17% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 17.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
AZ Alkmaar is highly likely to win this match, leveraging home advantage, superior form, and dominance in recent head-to-head matches. Expect a multi-goal victory for AZ Alkmaar.
Predicted Score: 3-1