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PEC Zwolle vs AZ Alkmaar: Hosts Seek Home Advantage Against High-Flying AZ
PEC Zwolle face a stern test as they host AZ Alkmaar in the Eredivisie. While Zwolle have found home comforts, AZ's potent attack and overall league standing present a significant challenge.
This fixture pits Zwolle's improved home resilience against AZ's consistent attacking threat. PEC Zwolle will likely aim to play a compact game at home, trying to frustrate AZ and exploit any defensive lapses with quick transitions. AZ, on the other hand, will look to impose their possession-based style, using their superior passing accuracy and wider attacking play to break down Zwolle's shape. The battle for central midfield control will be crucial, with AZ typically dominating this area.
Team statistics
Team Stats Comparison
Key points
- • AZ Alkmaar average 1.9 goals per game overall, compared to PEC Zwolle's 1.2.
- • PEC Zwolle have won their last 3 home matches, conceding only 1 goal in total across those games.
- • AZ Alkmaar's overall shots on goal per game (6.3) is more than double PEC Zwolle's (2.8).
AI Prediction
AZ Alkmaar's superior attacking statistics and overall league position make them strong favourites. While PEC Zwolle are improved at home, AZ's offensive firepower should prove too much. Both teams have shown a propensity to concede and score, pointing towards an open game with goals at both ends.
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Team recent
PEC Zwolle Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AWAY | Twente | 1 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Excelsior | 1 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Fortuna Sittard | 1 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Feyenoord | 1 - 6 | |||||
HOME | Heerenveen | 2 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Groningen | 2 - 2 | |||||
HOME | Sparta Rotterdam | 1 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Heracles | 2 - 8 | |||||
HOME | NEC Nijmegen | 2 - 2 | |||||
AWAY | NAC Breda | 2 - 2 |
PEC Zwolle have shown a Jekyll and Hyde tendency this season, with their home form a stark contrast to their struggles on the road. At home, they've managed a respectable win rate, averaging nearly a goal per game and conceding less than their season average. Their last home outing was a dominant 1-0 victory, showcasing a tighter defensive effort and a more focused attack. However, their overall season record paints a picture of a team that concedes too many goals, with a significant number of losses indicating fragility.
AZ Alkmaar Team recent
| Match date | H/A | VS | Score | Results | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | Cor 9.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HOME | FC Volendam | 1 - 0 | |||||
AWAY | Fortuna Sittard | 3 - 4 | |||||
HOME | GO Ahead Eagles | 2 - 2 | |||||
AWAY | Twente | 0 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Heerenveen | 1 - 3 | |||||
HOME | PSV Eindhoven | 1 - 5 | |||||
AWAY | Sparta Rotterdam | 1 - 0 | |||||
HOME | Utrecht | 4 - 1 | |||||
AWAY | Ajax | 2 - 0 | |||||
HOME | Telstar | 2 - 1 |
AZ Alkmaar arrive as clear favourites, boasting a strong offensive unit that averages nearly two goals per game across the season. Their overall statistics highlight a team that dominates possession and generates a high volume of shots, often testing opposition goalkeepers. While their recent away form has seen a dip with two losses in their last three away matches, their last outing was a high-scoring affair, though they conceded four. AZ's ability to generate chances is undeniable, but their defence has shown occasional vulnerability.
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Lineups
PEC Zwolle
(4-3-3)
AZ Alkmaar
(4-2-3-1)
Injuries / suspensions
PEC Zwolle Injuries / suspensions
AZ Alkmaar Injuries / suspensions