Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 March

Groningen

W D L L W

9th place in Holland Eredivisie

3-0

22/03/2026 15:45

AZ Alkmaar

W W D D D

7th place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar on 22 March 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar preview before placing your bet.

Groningen are currently 9th with 48 points after 34 matches.
AZ Alkmaar sit 7th with 52 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Groningen to win with probability 38%.
Head-to-head history favors AZ Alkmaar, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Groningen have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

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Score.

Live coef.

Weather

15:45

2026-03-22

Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar - Prediction & Odds

Groningen

AZ Alkmaar

2026-03-22 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 22/03/2026

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

10/08/2025 12:30

AZ Alkmaar

4 - 1

Groningen

HOL D1

11/05/2025 14:45

AZ Alkmaar

3 - 0

Groningen

HOL D1

18/12/2024 20:00

AZ Alkmaar

3 - 1

Groningen

HOLC

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

Groningen

Draw

17%

AZ Alkmaar

83%

Groningen Last 6 matches

13/03/2026 19:00

PEC Zwolle 1 - 1 Groningen HOL D1

07/03/2026 15:30

Groningen 3 - 1 AFC Ajax HOL D1

01/03/2026 13:30

Volendam 3 - 2 Groningen HOL D1

22/02/2026 11:15

FC Twente Enschede 2 - 1 Groningen HOL D1

14/02/2026 20:00

Groningen 1 - 2 FC Utrecht HOL D1

08/02/2026 15:45

Groningen 1 - 2 PSV Eindhoven HOL D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches AZ Alkmaar

15/03/2026 13:30

AZ Alkmaar 4 - 0 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

12/03/2026 17:45

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 1 AC Sparta Prague UEFA ECL

07/03/2026 19:00

PSV Eindhoven 2 - 1 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

04/03/2026 19:00

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 1 SC Telstar HOLC

01/03/2026 15:45

FC Utrecht 2 - 0 AZ Alkmaar HOL D1

26/02/2026 20:00

AZ Alkmaar 4 - 0 FC Noah UEFA ECL

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

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

Goals

Scored

216

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

224

Avg. per game

0.81

Scored

317

Avg. per game

1.06

Conceded

194

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 275 matches

YesNo

149 (54%)126 (46%)

In last 275 matches

NoYes

202 (67%)98 (33%)

Groningen

Recent matches

AZ Alkmaar

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

/Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Groningen

AZ Alkmaar

Shots

Groningen

Total shots

12.09 avg / game

Blocked

642 total

Avg. 3.51

AZ Alkmaar

Total shots

13.82 avg / game

Blocked

806 total

Avg. 3.61

Groningen Pass AZ Alkmaar

Total passes

86165

Avg. 416 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

125982

Avg. 498 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Groningen

275

Played games

AZ Alkmaar

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

0.31

4.48

1232

Corners

1629

5.43

12.36

3400

Throw-ins

4255

14.18

1.23

338

Offsides

496

1.65

2.32

639

GK saves

623

2.08

Groningen

DISCIPLINARY

AZ Alkmaar

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.31

359

476

1.59

0.09

0.05

8.21

2258

Fouls

2951

9.84

11.66

3207

Tackles

3795

12.65

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar on 22 March 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.

Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Groningen's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against AZ Alkmaar'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 Groningen and AZ Alkmaar sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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