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 20:00

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: 20:00) 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.

Our algorithm prediction: AZ Alkmaar to win with probability 60%.
Head-to-head history favors AZ Alkmaar, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Groningen have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

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

20:00

2024-12-18

AZ Alkmaar vs Groningen - Prediction & Odds

AZ Alkmaar

Groningen

2024-12-18 20:00

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 10:15

Groningen

0 - 0

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

11/03/2023 19:00

AZ Alkmaar

1 - 0

Groningen

HOL D1

01/10/2022 16:45

Groningen

1 - 4

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

21/12/2021 20:00

AZ Alkmaar

1 - 0

Groningen

HOL D1

24/10/2021 18:00

Groningen

2 - 0

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

13/05/2021 12:30

Groningen

0 - 0

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

AZ Alkmaar

50%

Draw

33%

Groningen

17%

AZ Alkmaar Last 6 matches

15/12/2024 19:00

NAC Breda 1 - 2 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

12/12/2024 17:45

Ludogorets Razgrad 2 - 2 AZ Alkmaar UEFA EL

08/12/2024 13:30

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 1 AFC Ajax HOL D1

01/12/2024 13:30

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

28/11/2024 17:45

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 1 Galatasaray UEFA EL

24/11/2024 13:30

Sparta Rotterdam 1 - 2 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Groningen

15/12/2024 13:30

FC Twente Enschede 2 - 0 Groningen HOL D1

08/12/2024 11:15

Groningen 0 - 0 PEC Zwolle HOL D1

30/11/2024 17:45

Groningen 2 - 0 Willem II HOL D1

23/11/2024 20:00

PSV Eindhoven 5 - 0 Groningen HOL D1

09/11/2024 15:30

Groningen 1 - 0 Sparta Rotterdam HOL D1

03/11/2024 13:30

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

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

317

Avg. per game

1.06

Conceded

194

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored

216

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

224

Avg. per game

0.82

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

202 (67%)98 (33%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

149 (54%)125 (46%)

AZ Alkmaar

Recent matches

Groningen

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

AZ Alkmaar

Groningen

Shots

AZ Alkmaar

Total shots

13.82 avg / game

Blocked

806 total

Avg. 3.61

Groningen

Total shots

12.06 avg / game

Blocked

642 total

Avg. 3.51

AZ Alkmaar Pass Groningen

Total passes

125982

Avg. 498 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

86165

Avg. 416 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

AZ Alkmaar

300

Played games

Groningen

274

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

0.26

5.43

1629

Corners

1226

4.47

14.18

4255

Throw-ins

3400

12.41

1.65

496

Offsides

338

1.23

2.08

623

GK saves

639

2.33

AZ Alkmaar

DISCIPLINARY

Groningen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.59

476

359

1.31

0.05

0.09

9.84

2951

Fouls

2258

8.24

12.65

3795

Tackles

3207

11.70

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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