Prediction AZ Alkmaar - ADO Den Haag today 02:00 09/08/2026.

Netherlands Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar

AZ Alkmaar

20:00FT
ADO Den Haag

ADO Den Haag

HDP FT
AZ Alkmaar
ADO Den Haag
Opening
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+1
Pre-match
0
0
O/U FT
Over
Under
Opening
3
u
Pre-match
2.5
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1X2 FT
1
X
2
Opening
Pre-match

AZ AlkmaarAZ Alkmaar
Positive40%
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AZ Alkmaar demonstrated confidence when defeating strong opponents like PSV Eindhoven (4-0) and Olympiacos Piraeus (3-2), showcasing their ability to surge ahead in crucial matches.
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Alkmaar maintains a stable goal-scoring performance with 2.3 goals per game, particularly in matches against weaker opponents such as Racing Genk (4-0) and Almere City FC (2-1)
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The defense was focused in several matches where they kept a clean sheet, such as when facing Racing Genk (4-0) and Almere City FC (2-1), demonstrating relatively solid defensive capabilities.
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The 4-2-3-1 formation has been widely used in the last three games, demonstrating a balance between defense and attack, with the presence of striker Troy Parrott
Neutral30%
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AZ Alkmaar has experienced 5 draws in their last 10 games, showing a lack of decisiveness in important situations when facing teams like KAA Gent (3-3) and Feyenoord (1-1)
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The lineup is stable with key players such as Peer Koopmeiners, Elijah Dijkstra, and Ro Zangelo Daal in central roles, but lacks flexibility in the striker position due to the absence of Jizz Hornkamp
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Match discipline was relatively good with only 6 yellow cards in 10 matches, but there was no notable individual performance by the players.
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The tactical formation is flexible but has not been consistently applied, especially when switching from 3-4-3 to 4-2-3-1 in recent matches
Negative30%
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AZ Alkmaar's only loss in their last 10 matches against Anderlecht was 0-1, reflecting defensive instability as they were unable to score and conceded a goal in the second half.
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The inconsistency in draws (5 matches) shows unstable winning ability, with only 4 wins out of 10 matches.
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The absence of Jizz Hornkamp is a significant loss, causing AZ Alkmaar to rely too heavily on Troy Parrott, who hasn't been able to maintain a consistent goal-scoring performance
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The defense lacked solidity when facing teams with strong attacking styles, as seen in the draw against NAC Breda (3-3) and FC Twente Enschede (2-2)
ADO Den HaagADO Den Haag
Positive50%
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Den Haag is showing stable and impressive form with 8 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 10 games, demonstrating their ability to maintain good results in consecutive matches.
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Den Haag has an outstanding goal-scoring record with 30 goals (an average of 3 goals per game) and kept a clean sheet in 3 matches, reflecting a balance between attacking and defensive play.
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Stable personnel strength with key players such as Kilian Nikie’mma, Daryl van Mieghem, Juho Kilo, and Evan Rottier regularly playing, creating cohesion and unity in the team lineup.
Neutral30%
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Despite a high level of performance, Den Haag still faces difficulties in some tense matches, such as the 0-1 loss to Dordrecht and the 0-0 draw with Asteras Aktor, showing a lack of stability in matches with special characteristics.
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Den Haag's disciplinary record still has weaknesses, demonstrated by receiving a total of 12 yellow cards (an average of 1.2 per game), particularly 4 yellow cards in the match against Jong Ajax Youth.
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The change in the flexible tactical formation (from 4-3-3 to 4-1-3-2) demonstrates diversity, but also reflects the dependence on the coach's adaptability in specific matches
Negative20%
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The injury of Illaijh de Ruijter (defender) due to a jumpers knee injury is a major disadvantage, directly affecting the defense and forcing Den Haag to adjust their tactics to compensate for the gap
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The average goal-conceding rate is 0.9 goals per game, although not too high, but the only loss (0-1 against Dordrecht) shows that the defensive ability can still be breached in important matches
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The ability to maintain form in tense matches or against stronger opponents is limited, as evidenced by their only loss to Dordrecht and a 0-0 draw with Asteras Aktor
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The match between Alkmaar and Den Haag promises to be a battle between Alkmaar's controlled, organized style of play and Den Haag's sharp and effective counter-attacking ability. Alkmaar frequently controls the game through a tight defensive system and the ability to transition the ball from the midfield area, while Den Haag relies on speed, quick movements, and the ability to exploit space to create breakthroughs. Both teams possess individuals capable of shaping the match, but the balance between control and counter-attacking will be the decisive factor, especially as both teams tend to create many scoring opportunities in previous encounters. Each team's defensive capabilities will be key to limiting the opponent's fast counterattacks while maintaining a game that is not overly open to avoid surprises.
Prediction for the match between AZ Alkmaar and ADO Den Haag is 2-1.
Expert Prediction:
ADO Den Haag+1.25 @1.85