AZ Alkmaar
Football Netherlands - Eredivisie AFAS Stadion Mon 26 May 00:00
FC Twente
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  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

AZ Look the Smart Pick

AZ Alkmaar clash with Twente in this Europa Conference League play-off final at AFAS Stadion.

If you agree with our verdict that AZ will have the edge when clashing with Twente, then you can back the home team at 1.60. We’re expecting a return with this Full-Time Result bet.

AZ Won Previous H2H Clash

AZ Alkmaar won their last game 4-1. This was recorded at AFAS Stadion against Heerenveen. The Alkmaar outfit had 43% of possession and eight shots on target, with Mexx Meerdink scoring a hat-trick and Alexandre Penetra also among the goals.

FC Twente secured a 3-2 in extra time home win over NEC Nijmegen at De Grolsch Veste in their previous game. Joseph Oosting's side recorded 42% possession and had seven shots on goal, with Michal Sadilek, Sem Steijn and Younes Taha finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

AZ have won three on the bounce against Twente. In the last clash, away side AZ landed a 3-2 victory at De Grolsch Veste. The previous 10 H2H games have included five wins for AZ, four triumphs for Twente and a single draw.

Eredivisie G W D L GF GA GD GD P
4 AZ Alkmaar logo AZ Alkmaar 4 3 1 0 9 4 5 9:4 10
13 Twente logo Twente 5 1 1 3 4 7 -3 4:7 4
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AZ Alkmaar – Last 10 League Games

AZ have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 6.6 shots on goal and 15.8 attempts. The Cheeseheads have averaged 53.3% possession, 467.2 passes and 7.5 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.2 goals from 2.5 shots on goal, 10.4 attempts and 4.1 corners.

Mexx Meerdink is the top scorer with 6 goals, while Sven Mijnans, Ernest Poku and Troy Parrott each have 2. Leading assistor is Sven Mijnans with 4, while goalie Rome Owusu-Oduro has recorded 2 clean sheets.

Twente – Last 10 League Games

Twente have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, averaging 11.5 attempts, 4.1 shots on goal and 1.5 goals. The Enschede team average 48.9% possession, 402.6 passes, 5.3 corners awarded and 4.7 corners against them, while 2.0 goals have been conceded from 4.4 shots on goal and 13.4 attempts.

Sem Steijn has top scored with 5, while Michal Sadilek, Ricky van Wolfswinkel and Michel Vlap are next on 2. Sem Steijn has been the top assist maker on 3, with Lars Unnerstall notching 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

AZ Alkmaar confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Rome Owusu-Oduro (GK), Seiya Maikuma, Wouter Goes, Alexandre Penetra, David Moeller Wolfe, Peer Koopmeiners, Kees Smit, Ernest Poku, Sven Mijnans, Ruben van Bommel, Mexx Meerdink.

Twente confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Przemyslaw Tyton (GK), Bart van Rooij, Mees Hilgers, Max Bruns, Bas Kuipers, Mathias Kjoeloe, Michal Sadilek, Daan Rots, Sem Steijn, Michel Vlap, Ricky van Wolfswinkel.

AZ Alkmaar vs Twente Prediction & Betting Tips

AZ look like a spot of value at 1.60 when it comes to the latest betting. They should be able to deliver a victory in this Eredivisie game based on the information available and we’re feeling confident.

Having the inside track for injuries and accessing the form guide are important before coming up with football predictions. It’s also key to identify the key numbers and that is why our experts take a data-led approach.

Key AZ Alkmaar vs Twente league stats:

  • AZ have won 4 of their last 5 games.
  • AZ have won the last 3 games between these teams.

AZ to Win Probability

According to the bookies, our pick has a 62.5% chance of landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

AZ Alkmaar AZ Alkmaar logo 2 - 0 Twente logo Twente

AZ are available to back at 7.50 to secure a 2-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Ricky van Wolfswinkel Over 0.5 Shots On Target

Ricky van Wolfswinkel (Twente) has had one or more shots on goal in three consecutive Eredivisie matches. He should be capable of covering the line when it comes to this player prop and odds of 1.79 are now available.

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Sven Mijnans to Score

Sven Mijnans (AZ) has netted two goals in his past five Eredivisie matches. We believe this is the best of the player props, with a healthy 4.20 available when it comes to betting him to score at any time.

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Corners Prediction

AZ Alkmaar Under 5.5 Corners

The 5.5 corners line has not been covered by AZ Alkmaar in their past two games, with the corner count against Twente going under 5.5 in their last five away matches. The AZ Team Corners line looks to be too big given the stats and 1.95 is available to wager.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
AZ Alkmaar Logo AZ Alkmaar
Total
11.60 7.50 4.10
Home
10.10 7.10 3.00
Away
10.40 6.10 4.30
Twente Logo Twente
Total
10.00 5.30 4.70
Home
9.40 4.80 4.60
Away
9.90 5.00 4.90
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Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result AZ
Both Team To Score No
Team Corners AZ Under 5.5

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AZ Alkmaar vs Twente Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

AZ Betting Favourites to Win

With a 63% prospect of triumphing according to the 1x2 odds, AZ Alkmaar are favourites to come out on top in this Eredivisie clash and they’re available at 1.58 with the bookmakers. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, FC Twente are trading at 5.30.

If AZ beat Twente by two or more goals, then the 2.02 about them on the Asian Handicap -1 pays out. A one-goal win and you have the insurance of getting a full refund.

For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at 1.70 on the BTTS market.

No matter what Eredivisie game is taking place, you will find hundreds of markets being offered. Peruse the various choices that are presented at the best football betting sites.

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Mexx Meerdink is the First Goalscorer Favourite

Favourite Mexx Meerdink is priced at 4.40 to be the first player on the scoresheet, while there’s also the chance to back him to score any time at odds of 2.23.

Player Goals
Mexx Meerdink (AZ)
Troy Parrott (AZ)
Sem Steijn (Twente)
Ruben van Bommel (AZ)
Player Shots On Target
Sem Steijn (Twente)
Ruben van Bommel (AZ)
Sven Mijnans (AZ)
Ricky van Wolfswinkel (Twente)
Player Shots
Mexx Meerdink (AZ)
Troy Parrott (AZ)
Sem Steijn (Twente)
Ruben van Bommel (AZ)
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Team Stats
AZ Alkmaar logo AZ Alkmaar League Stats
Twente logo Twente League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
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Possession
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Top Scorers & Assists
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AZ Alkmaar vs Twente Lineups & Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to AZ Alkmaar vs Twente team news.

We’re on hand to provide you with full details of the latest Eredivisie squads.

AZ Alkmaar Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Twente Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

AZ Alkmaar Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Rome Owusu-Oduro
16 Seiya Maikuma 3 Wouter Goes 5 Alexandre Penetra 18 David Moeller Wolfe
6 Peer Koopmeiners 26 Kees Smit
21 Ernest Poku 10 Sven Mijnans 7 Ruben van Bommel
35 Mexx Meerdink
22 Przemyslaw Tyton
28 Bart van Rooij 2 Mees Hilgers 38 Max Bruns 5 Bas Kuipers
4 Mathias Kjoeloe 23 Michal Sadilek
11 Daan Rots 14 Sem Steijn 18 Michel Vlap
9 R. van Wolfswinkel

Twente Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

AZ Alkmaar Substitutes

  • 8Jordy Clasie
  • 9Troy Parrott
  • 11Ibrahim Sadiq
  • 12Hobie Verhulst
  • 22Maxim Dekker
  • 23Mayckel Lahdo
  • 24Lewis Schouten
  • 27Ro-Zangelo Daal
  • 28Zico Buurmeester
  • 30Denso Kasius
  • 34Mees de Wit
  • 41Jeroen Zoet

Twente Substitutes

  • 3Gustaf Lagerbielke
  • 8Taylor Booth
  • 19Younes Taha
  • 21Sam Karssies
  • 25L. Vennegoor of
  • 29Harrie Kuster
  • 30Sayfallah Ltaief
  • 31Yannick Gerritsen
  • 32Arno Verschueren
  • 37Naci Unuvar
  • 41Gijs Besselink
  • 47Gerald Alders

Previous AZ Alkmaar Lineups

23 May Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar 4-1 SC Heerenveen
18 May Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar 1-1 Almere
15 May Eredivisie
Twente 2-3 AZ Alkmaar
11 May Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar 3-0 Groningen
04 May Eredivisie
Go Ahead E. 0-3 AZ Alkmaar
25 Apr Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar 1-1 NAC Breda

Previous Twente Lineups

23 May Eredivisie
Twente 3-2 NEC Nijmegen
18 May Eredivisie
Ajax 2-0 Twente
15 May Eredivisie
Twente 2-3 AZ Alkmaar
11 May Eredivisie
Twente 2-0 Utrecht
04 May Eredivisie
Sp. Rotterdam 0-2 Twente
25 Apr Eredivisie
Twente 1-3 PSV

Injuries & Suspensions

AZ Alkmaar Injury Table
Type Name Info
Troy Parrott Knee
Twente Injury Table
Type Name Info
Alec Van Hoorenbeeck Red card (direc
Stav Lemkin Other
Mathias Kjoeloe Knee
Sam Lammers Shoulder
Netherlands FlagEredivisie Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Feyenoord 5 5 0 0 11:1 15
2 PSV 5 4 0 1 17:8 12
3 Ajax 5 3 2 0 10:4 11
4 AZ Alkmaar 4 3 1 0 9:4 10
5 NEC Nijmegen 5 3 0 2 17:9 9
6 Utrecht 5 3 0 2 11:4 9
7 Groningen 5 3 0 2 10:9 9
8 Sp. Rotterdam 5 3 0 2 7:11 9
9 Fortuna Sittard 5 2 1 2 9:9 7
10 PEC Zwolle 4 2 0 2 4:5 6
11 Go Ahead E. 5 1 3 1 9:9 6
12 Volendam 5 0 4 1 6:9 4
13 Twente 5 1 1 3 4:7 4
14 Telstar 5 1 1 3 5:9 4
15 NAC Breda 5 1 1 3 4:9 4
16 Excelsior 5 1 0 4 3:12 3
17 SC Heerenveen 5 0 2 3 5:8 2
18 Heracles 5 0 0 5 2:16 0
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Ajax 3 3 0 0 7:1 9
2 Feyenoord 3 3 0 0 5:0 9
3 NEC Nijmegen 3 2 0 1 11:5 6
4 Utrecht 3 2 0 1 8:2 6
5 PSV 3 2 0 1 10:5 6
6 Groningen 2 2 0 0 6:1 6
7 Fortuna Sittard 2 1 1 0 5:4 4
8 Go Ahead E. 3 1 1 1 5:5 4
9 AZ Alkmaar 1 1 0 0 4:1 3
10 NAC Breda 2 1 0 1 2:2 3
11 Excelsior 3 1 0 2 2:3 3
12 PEC Zwolle 2 1 0 1 1:2 3
13 Sp. Rotterdam 2 1 0 1 2:5 3
14 Volendam 2 0 2 0 3:3 2
15 SC Heerenveen 3 0 2 1 4:5 2
16 Twente 2 0 1 1 2:4 1
17 Telstar 3 0 1 2 3:7 1
18 Heracles 2 0 0 2 2:6 0