AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 February

AZ Alkmaar

W W D D D

7th place in Holland Eredivisie

3-1

22/02/2026 11:45

Sparta Rotterdam

D L L D L

10th place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam on 22 February 2026 (kick-off: 11:45) 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 will face Sparta Rotterdam in Holland Eredivisie on February 22, 2026 at 11:45.
AZ Alkmaar are currently 7th with 52 points after 34 matches.
Sparta Rotterdam sit 10th with 43 points from 34 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 1.83.

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

11:45

2026-02-22

AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam - Prediction & Odds

AZ Alkmaar

Sparta Rotterdam

2026-02-22 11:45

STANDINGS UP TO 22/02/2026

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

01 PSV Eindhoven	84	34	27	3	4	101	45	56
02 Feyenoord	65	34	19	8	7	70	44	26
03 NEC Nijmegen	59	34	16	11	7	77	53	24
04 FC Twente Enschede	58	34	15	13	6	59	40	19
05 AFC Ajax	56	34	14	14	6	62	41	21
06 FC Utrecht	53	34	15	8	11	55	42	13
07 AZ Alkmaar	52	34	14	10	10	58	51	7
08 SC Heerenveen	51	34	14	9	11	57	53	4
09 Groningen	48	34	14	6	14	49	45	4
10 Sparta Rotterdam	43	34	12	7	15	40	62	-22
11 Fortuna Sittard	39	34	11	6	17	49	63	-14
12 Go Ahead Eagles	38	34	8	14	12	54	53	1
13 Excelsior SBV	38	34	10	8	16	43	56	-13
14 SC Telstar	37	34	9	10	15	49	55	-6
15 PEC Zwolle	37	34	9	10	15	44	71	-27
16 Volendam	32	34	8	8	18	35	55	-20
17 NAC Breda	29	34	6	11	17	35	58	-23
18 Heracles Almelo	19	34	5	4	25	35	85	-50

Head To Head

02/11/2025 09:30

Sparta Rotterdam

0 - 1

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

26/01/2025 11:45

AZ Alkmaar

1 - 2

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

24/11/2024 09:30

Sparta Rotterdam

1 - 2

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

02/03/2024 16:00

Sparta Rotterdam

1 - 1

AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

17/09/2023 10:45

AZ Alkmaar

2 - 0

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

08/04/2023 14:00

AZ Alkmaar

0 - 1

Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

Sparta Rotterdam

17%

Draw

17%

AZ Alkmaar

67%

AZ Alkmaar Last 6 matches

14/02/2026 13:45

Excelsior SBV 1 - 2 AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

08/02/2026 09:30

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 1 AFC Ajax

HOL D1

03/02/2026 15:00

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 1 FC Twente Enschede

HOLC

31/01/2026 11:30

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 3 NEC Nijmegen

HOL D1

25/01/2026 07:15

SC Telstar 0 - 1 AZ Alkmaar

HOL D1

21/01/2026 13:45

AZ Alkmaar 1 - 1 Excelsior SBV

HOL D1

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Sparta Rotterdam

07/02/2026 16:00

Fortuna Sittard 2 - 2 Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

31/01/2026 16:00

Sparta Rotterdam 2 - 0 Groningen

HOL D1

25/01/2026 11:45

FC Utrecht 0 - 1 Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

18/01/2026 11:45

Feyenoord 3 - 4 Sparta Rotterdam

HOL D1

15/01/2026 16:00

Sparta Rotterdam 1 - 2 Volendam

HOLC

11/01/2026 11:45

Sparta Rotterdam 2 - 0 Heracles Almelo

HOL D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Holland Eredivisie

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

Played games

AZ Alkmaar

Sparta Rotterdam

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.76

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.79

Scored

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.29

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 34 matches

YesNo

20 (59%)14 (41%)

In last 34 matches

NoYes

18 (53%)16 (47%)

AZ Alkmaar

Recent matches

Sparta Rotterdam

Under /Over

(82%)28 6(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)26 8(24%)

Under /Over

(62%)21 13(38%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(21%)7 27(79%)

Under /Over

(47%)16 18(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(62%)21 13(38%)

/Yes

(65%)22 12(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)15 19(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

AZ Alkmaar

Sparta Rotterdam

Shots

AZ Alkmaar

Total shots

15.76 avg / game

Blocked

140 total

Avg. 4.38

Sparta Rotterdam

Total shots

13.06 avg / game

Blocked

105 total

Avg. 3.62

AZ Alkmaar Pass Sparta Rotterdam

Total passes

15554

Avg. 457 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

13461

Avg. 396 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

AZ Alkmaar

Played games

Sparta Rotterdam

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.26

Clean sheets

0.32

5.76

196

Corners

155

4.56

16.71

568

Throw-ins

537

15.79

1.21

Offsides

1.06

3.09

105

GK saves

140

4.12

AZ Alkmaar

DISCIPLINARY

Sparta Rotterdam

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.85

1.91

0.03

0.06

10.21

347

Fouls

335

9.85

11.12

378

Tackles

357

10.50

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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 22 February 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 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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