AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 September

AZ Alkmaar

L W W W W

4th place in Holland Eredivisie

2-0

17/09/2023 10:45

Sparta Rotterdam

L W W L W

8th place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam on 17 September 2023 (kick-off: 10:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam preview before placing your bet.

AZ Alkmaar are currently 4th with 65 points after 34 matches.
Sparta Rotterdam sit 8th with 49 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: AZ Alkmaar to win with probability 61%.
Head-to-head history favors AZ Alkmaar, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Sparta Rotterdam 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

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Weather

10:45

2023-09-17

AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam - Prediction & Odds

AZ Alkmaar

Sparta Rotterdam

2023-09-17 10:45

STANDINGS UP TO 17/09/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 PSV Eindhoven	91	34	29	4	1	111	21	90
02 Feyenoord	84	34	26	6	2	92	26	66
03 FC Twente Enschede	69	34	21	6	7	69	36	33
04 AZ Alkmaar	65	34	19	8	7	70	39	31
05 AFC Ajax	56	34	15	11	8	74	61	13
06 NEC Nijmegen	53	34	14	11	9	68	51	17
07 FC Utrecht	50	34	13	11	10	49	47	2
08 Sparta Rotterdam	49	34	14	7	13	51	48	3
09 Go Ahead Eagles	46	34	12	10	12	47	46	1
10 Fortuna Sittard	38	34	9	11	14	37	56	-19
11 SC Heerenveen	37	34	10	7	17	53	70	-17
12 PEC Zwolle	36	34	9	9	16	45	67	-22
13 Almere City FC	34	34	7	13	14	33	59	-26
14 Heracles Almelo	33	34	9	6	19	41	74	-33
15 RKC Waalwijk	29	34	7	8	19	38	56	-18
16 Excelsior SBV	29	34	6	11	17	50	73	-23
17 Volendam	19	34	4	7	23	34	88	-54
18 Vitesse Arnhem	6	34	6	6	22	30	74	-44

Head To Head

08/04/2023 14:00

AZ Alkmaar

0 - 1

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

14/08/2022 10:45

Sparta Rotterdam

2 - 3

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

30/04/2022 15:00

Sparta Rotterdam

1 - 1

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

05/12/2021 09:30

AZ Alkmaar

3 - 1

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

10/04/2021 14:00

AZ Alkmaar

2 - 0

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

04/10/2020 08:30

Sparta Rotterdam

4 - 4

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

AZ Alkmaar

50%

Draw

33%

Sparta Rotterdam

17%

AZ Alkmaar Last 6 matches

03/09/2023 10:45

Vitesse Arnhem 0 - 2 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

31/08/2023 13:00

Brann 3 - 3 AZ Alkmaar UEFA ECL

24/08/2023 14:45

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 1 Brann UEFA ECL

20/08/2023 10:45

RKC Waalwijk 1 - 3 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

17/08/2023 14:45

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 0 FC Santa Coloma UEFA ECL

13/08/2023 08:30

AZ Alkmaar 5 - 1 Go Ahead Eagles HOL D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Sparta Rotterdam

01/09/2023 14:00

Sparta Rotterdam 1 - 1 NEC Nijmegen HOL D1

27/08/2023 10:45

SC Heerenveen 1 - 3 Sparta Rotterdam HOL D1

20/08/2023 08:30

Sparta Rotterdam 2 - 2 Feyenoord HOL D1

12/08/2023 15:00

PEC Zwolle 1 - 2 Sparta Rotterdam HOL D1

05/08/2023 07:00

Sparta Rotterdam 1 - 0 RKC Waalwijk INT CF

01/08/2023 08:30

ADO Den Haag 1 - 2 Sparta Rotterdam INT CF

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Holland Eredivisie

Played games

Goals

Scored

591

Avg. per game

1.97

Conceded

349

Avg. per game

1.16

Scored

405

Avg. per game

1.52

Conceded

355

Avg. per game

1.33

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

260 (87%)40 (13%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

202 (76%)64 (24%)

AZ Alkmaar

Recent matches

Sparta Rotterdam

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(64%)29 16(36%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

AZ Alkmaar

Sparta Rotterdam

Shots

AZ Alkmaar

Total shots

13.84 avg / game

Blocked

805 total

Avg. 3.61

Sparta Rotterdam

Total shots

12.56 avg / game

Blocked

618 total

Avg. 3.32

AZ Alkmaar Pass Sparta Rotterdam

Total passes

125977

Avg. 498 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

85234

Avg. 410 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

AZ Alkmaar

300

Played games

Sparta Rotterdam

266

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

0.29

5.42

1626

Corners

1119

4.21

14.13

4240

Throw-ins

3948

14.84

1.64

492

Offsides

298

1.12

2.10

629

GK saves

736

2.77

AZ Alkmaar

DISCIPLINARY

Sparta Rotterdam

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.59

476

329

1.24

0.05

0.06

9.84

2953

Fouls

2109

7.93

12.63

3788

Tackles

3224

12.12

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How We Build the AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam on 17 September 2023 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 Holland Eredivisie 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 Sparta Rotterdam 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 Sparta Rotterdam'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.

Holland Eredivisie 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 Holland Eredivisie standings and the Holland Eredivisie form table to understand exactly where AZ Alkmaar and Sparta Rotterdam sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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