AZ Alkmaar vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 April

AZ Alkmaar

W L W L W

14th place in Group A

2-2

16/04/2026 12:45

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

D W W L W

6th place in Group A

UEFA Europa Conference League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for AZ Alkmaar vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk on 16 April 2026 (kick-off: 12:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full AZ Alkmaar vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk preview before placing your bet.

AZ Alkmaar will face FC Shakhtar Donetsk in UEFA Europa Conference League on April 16, 2026 at 12:45.
AZ Alkmaar are currently 14th with 10 points after 6 matches.
FC Shakhtar Donetsk sit 6th with 13 points from 6 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.93.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

12:45

2026-04-16

AZ Alkmaar vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk - Prediction & Odds

AZ Alkmaar

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

2026-04-16 12:45

STANDINGS UP TO 16/04/2026

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Strasbourg	16	6	5	1	0	11	5	6
02 Rakow Czestochowa	14	6	4	2	0	9	2	7
03 AEK Athens	13	6	4	1	1	14	7	7
04 AC Sparta Prague	13	6	4	1	1	10	3	7
05 Rayo Vallecano	13	6	4	1	1	13	7	6
06 FC Shakhtar Donetsk	13	6	4	1	1	10	5	5
07 FSV Mainz 05	13	6	4	1	1	7	3	4
08 AEK Larnaca	12	6	3	3	0	7	1	6
09 Lausanne Sports	11	6	3	2	1	6	3	3
10 Crystal Palace	10	6	3	1	2	11	6	5
11 Lech Poznan	10	6	3	1	2	12	8	4
12 Samsunspor	10	6	3	1	2	10	6	4
13 NK Publikum Celje	10	6	3	1	2	8	7	1
14 AZ Alkmaar	10	6	3	1	2	7	7	0
15 Fiorentina	9	6	3	0	3	8	5	3
16 Rijeka	9	6	2	3	1	5	2	3
17 Jagiellonia Bialystok	9	6	2	3	1	5	4	1
18 Omonia Nicosia FC	8	6	2	2	2	5	4	1
19 FC Noah	8	6	2	2	2	6	7	-1
20 KF Drita Gjilan	8	6	2	2	2	4	8	-4
21 KuPs	7	6	1	4	1	6	5	1
22 FK Shkendija 79	7	6	2	1	3	4	5	-1
23 HSK Zrinjski Mostar	7	6	2	1	3	8	10	-2
24 Sigma Olomouc	7	6	2	1	3	7	9	-2
25 CS Universitatea Craiova	7	6	2	1	3	6	8	-2
26 Lincoln Red Imps FC	7	6	2	1	3	7	15	-8
27 Dynamo Kyiv	6	6	2	0	4	9	9	0
28 Legia Warszawa	6	6	2	0	4	8	8	0
29 Slovan Bratislava	6	6	2	0	4	5	9	-4
30 Breidablik	5	6	1	2	3	6	11	-5
31 Shamrock Rovers	4	6	1	1	4	7	13	-6
32 Hacken	3	6	0	3	3	5	8	-3
33 Hamrun Spartans	3	6	1	0	5	4	11	-7
34 Shelbourne	2	6	0	2	4	0	7	-7
35 Aberdeen	2	6	0	2	4	3	14	-11
36 Rapid Wien	1	6	0	1	5	3	14	-11

Head To Head

09/04/2026 15:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

3 - 0

AZ Alkmaar

UEFA ECL

08/07/2023 08:30

AZ Alkmaar

3 - 3

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

INT CF

16/03/2005 15:30

AZ Alkmaar

2 - 1

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UEFA EL

10/03/2005 13:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

1 - 3

AZ Alkmaar

UEFA EL

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

50%

Draw

25%

AZ Alkmaar

25%

AZ Alkmaar Last 6 matches

12/04/2026 10:45

AZ Alkmaar 3 - 0 SC Heerenveen

HOL D1

09/04/2026 15:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 3 - 0 AZ Alkmaar

UEFA ECL

04/04/2026 13:00

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 0 Fortuna Sittard

HOL D1

22/03/2026 11:45

Groningen 3 - 0 AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

19/03/2026 16:00

AC Sparta Prague 0 - 4 AZ Alkmaar

UEFA ECL

15/03/2026 09:30

AZ Alkmaar 4 - 0 Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches FC Shakhtar Donetsk

13/04/2026 06:00

LNZ Cherkasy 2 - 2 FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UKR D1

09/04/2026 15:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 3 - 0 AZ Alkmaar

UEFA ECL

05/04/2026 08:30

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 3 - 0 Rukh Vynnyky

UKR D1

19/03/2026 16:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 2 Lech Poznan

UEFA ECL

15/03/2026 12:00

FC Shakhtar Donetsk 1 - 0 Metalist 1925 Kharkiv

UKR D1

12/03/2026 13:45

Lech Poznan 1 - 3 FC Shakhtar Donetsk

UEFA ECL

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues UEFA Europa Conference...

Played games

AZ Alkmaar

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.06

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.06

Scored

Avg. per game

1.64

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.21

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 18 matches

YesNo

14 (78%)4 (22%)

In last 18 matches

NoYes

13 (93%)1 (7%)

AZ Alkmaar

Recent matches

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Under /Over

(78%)14 4(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(93%)13 1(7%)

Under /Over

(28%)5 13(72%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(21%)3 11(79%)

Under /Over

(72%)13 5(28%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(64%)9 5(36%)

/Yes

(28%)5 13(72%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(71%)10 4(29%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

AZ Alkmaar

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Shots

AZ Alkmaar

Total shots

15.78 avg / game

Blocked

73 total

Avg. 4.06

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Total shots

15.36 avg / game

Blocked

58 total

Avg. 4.83

AZ Alkmaar Pass FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Total passes

8770

Avg. 487 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

7805

Avg. 558 / game

Accurate

88%

Ball possession

64%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

AZ Alkmaar

Played games

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.56

Clean sheets

0.29

5.78

104

Corners

5.79

16.72

301

Throw-ins

257

18.36

1.56

Offsides

2.07

2.39

GK saves

2.07

AZ Alkmaar

DISCIPLINARY

FC Shakhtar Donetsk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.33

2.29

0.11

0.07

12.06

217

Fouls

132

9.43

12.17

219

Tackles

148

10.57

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How We Build the AZ Alkmaar vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for AZ Alkmaar vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk on 16 April 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this UEFA Europa Conference League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

AZ Alkmaar vs FC Shakhtar Donetsk Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess AZ Alkmaar's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FC Shakhtar Donetsk's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

UEFA Europa Conference League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live UEFA Europa Conference League standings and the UEFA Europa Conference League form table to understand exactly where AZ Alkmaar and FC Shakhtar Donetsk sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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