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AZ vs Waalwijk Prediction – Eredivisie
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Here you will find the best prediction for AZ vs Waalwijk for the Eredivisie, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our in-depth analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this clash between AZ and Waalwijk.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between AZ vs Waalwijk
The best prediction for AZ vs Waalwijk in the Eredivisie is a victory for AZ. Considering the quality difference between the two teams, AZ Alkmaar is favoured to succeed in this encounter. RKC Waalwijk has struggled defensively, making a bet on AZ winning the first half a sound choice. The home side is expected to dominate the match and secure the three points with relative ease.
The best prediction for AZ vs Waalwijk
AZ to win at half time
Match preview: AZ vs Waalwijk
AZ and Waalwijk clash at the AFAS Stadion for the 25th round of the Eredivisie. The previous encounter saw AZ triumph 3-0 away when the teams last met on 30-08-2024. Historically, the results at this venue favour AZ, who has won three of the last four fixtures here against Waalwijk. In the most recent match at this ground on 13-04-2024, AZ emerged victorious with a scoreline of 3-2, with goals from I. Sadiq (75’), Yukinari Sugawara (66’), and Vangelis Pavlidis (77’) for AZ, while David Min scored twice for Waalwijk (3’ and 42’). Notably, both teams display contrasting home and away performance, necessitating close attention to their respective form.
Team analysis: AZ
The home team approaches this fixture after recording 13 wins, 6 draws, and 7 defeats in their league matches thus far. AZ shows a stronger performance at home, as reflected by their record over the last 30 matches, which comprises 3 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses as visitors, scoring 26 goals and conceding 29, contrasted with 12 wins, 1 draw, and only 2 defeats at home, where they scored 27 goals and conceded 10. In the league, AZ has amassed 16 points from 30 available, with 5 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses at home in their last 10 matches. The most frequently encountered result at half-time during these home matches has been 0-0, occurring in 5 of their 12 games. Their attack has been consistent, finding the net in 9 of their last 10 league fixtures. Out of 26 games played in this competition, they have only managed to turn a match around once after conceding the first goal in 6 encounters.
AZ Alkmaar comes into this match with positive expectations, having established a strong position in the league table while demonstrating good form throughout the season. Their effective attacking strategy will be crucial in securing a home victory. With reliable performances, AZ aims to earn three points to maintain their challenge for European competition qualification.
Team analysis: Waalwijk
The visiting team enters this encounter with a record of 4 wins, 5 draws, and 17 losses in their league fixtures to date. Waalwijk has struggled, particularly in away matches, where they have achieved only 2 wins, 3 draws, and suffered 10 defeats in their last 30 outings, scoring 17 goals and conceding 33. At home, their record stands at 5 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses, where they netted a total of 24 goals while conceding 25. In their last 10 league games, Waalwijk has only secured 1 win, accumulating 6 points from a possible 30. Among the common results at half-time for their away fixtures, a scoreline of 1-0 has been prevalent (5 out of 13 games). Defensive weaknesses have plagued their campaign, with goals conceded in 8 of their last 10 matches, although their attack has managed to find the net in 7 of those games. Statistically, a high number of goals are expected, as 13 of their last 13 league encounters have concluded with over 1.5 goals. In their 26 league games, Waalwijk conceded the first goal 19 times and only managed to turn the result around once. Notably, out of their last 13 away matches, 7 of their 15 goals have been scored between the 76th and 90th minutes.
RKC Waalwijk faces a challenging situation in the league, currently sitting near the bottom of the table with just four wins to their name. The team exhibits difficulties in both defence and attack, and they will need to enhance their performance, particularly defensively, to stand a chance against a stronger opponent like AZ.
