AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

AZ Alkmaar

W D W W D

No standing data

3-1

18/12/2024 16:00

Groningen

L D W L W

No standing data

KNVB Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen on 18 December 2024 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen preview before placing your bet.

AZ Alkmaar will face Groningen in KNVB Cup on December 18, 2024 at 16:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.48.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

16:00

2024-12-18

AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen - Prediction & Odds

AZ Alkmaar

Groningen

2024-12-18 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/12/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of AZ Alkmaar and Groningen in the KNVB Cup football standings for the 2024-2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

25/08/2024 06:15

Groningen

0 - 0

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

11/03/2023 15:00

AZ Alkmaar

1 - 0

Groningen

HOL D1

01/10/2022 12:45

Groningen

1 - 4

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

21/12/2021 16:00

AZ Alkmaar

1 - 0

Groningen

HOL D1

24/10/2021 14:00

Groningen

2 - 0

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

13/05/2021 08:30

Groningen

0 - 0

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

Groningen

50%

Draw

33%

AZ Alkmaar

17%

AZ Alkmaar Last 6 matches

15/12/2024 15:00

NAC Breda 1 - 2 AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

12/12/2024 13:45

Ludogorets Razgrad 2 - 2 AZ Alkmaar

UEFA EL

08/12/2024 09:30

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 1 AFC Ajax

HOL D1

01/12/2024 09:30

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 0 Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

28/11/2024 13:45

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 1 Galatasaray

UEFA EL

24/11/2024 09:30

Sparta Rotterdam 1 - 2 AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Groningen

15/12/2024 09:30

FC Twente Enschede 2 - 0 Groningen

HOL D1

08/12/2024 07:15

Groningen 0 - 0 PEC Zwolle

HOL D1

30/11/2024 13:45

Groningen 2 - 0 Willem II

HOL D1

23/11/2024 16:00

PSV Eindhoven 5 - 0 Groningen

HOL D1

09/11/2024 11:30

Groningen 1 - 0 Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

03/11/2024 09:30

NEC Nijmegen 6 - 0 Groningen

HOL D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues KNVB Cup

Played games

AZ Alkmaar

Groningen

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.83

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.21

Scored

Avg. per game

1.28

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.58

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 53 matches

YesNo

46 (87%)7 (13%)

In last 53 matches

NoYes

24 (67%)12 (33%)

AZ Alkmaar

Recent matches

Groningen

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)26 10(28%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)20 16(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

AZ Alkmaar

Groningen

Shots

AZ Alkmaar

Total shots

14.92 avg / game

Blocked

154 total

Avg. 3.67

Groningen

Total shots

11.11 avg / game

Blocked

74 total

Avg. 3.08

AZ Alkmaar Pass Groningen

Total passes

24813

Avg. 468 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

14966

Avg. 416 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

AZ Alkmaar

Played games

Groningen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.19

6.09

323

Corners

152

4.22

18.40

975

Throw-ins

708

19.67

1.49

Offsides

1.14

2.13

113

GK saves

107

2.97

AZ Alkmaar

DISCIPLINARY

Groningen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.75

1.67

0.11

0.17

11.49

609

Fouls

342

9.50

17.47

926

Tackles

618

17.17

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen on 18 December 2024 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 KNVB Cup 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 Groningen 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 Groningen'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.

KNVB Cup 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 KNVB Cup standings and the KNVB Cup form table to understand exactly where AZ Alkmaar and Groningen sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our KNVB Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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