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

Betiball's prediction for Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar on 22 March 2026 (kick-off: 11:45) 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 vs AZ Alkmaar: Starting Lineups Time : 22/03/2026 11:45

Groningen
3 - 0
Finished
AZ Alkmaar
90+1' event Tyrique Mercera
88' event Tyrique Mercera / Younes Taha
88' event Rui Jorge Monteiro Mendes / Tygo Land
77' event Wouter Prins / Marvin Peersman
76' event Tygo Land
58' event Thom van Bergen
57' event Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson / Tika de Jonge
36' event Marvin Peersman
event 82' Rion Ichihara / Peer Koopmeiners
event 79' Ro-Zangelo Daal
event 67' Ibrahim Sadiq / Isak Jensen
event 66' Mexx Meerdink / Wouter Goes
event 46' Elijah Dijkstra / Denso Kasius
event 46' Billy van Duijl / Alexandre Penetra
90+1' event Tyrique Mercera
event 82' Rion Ichihara / Peer Koopmeiners
88' event Tyrique Mercera / Younes Taha
event 79' Ro-Zangelo Daal
88' event Rui Jorge Monteiro Mendes / Tygo Land
event 67' Ibrahim Sadiq / Isak Jensen
77' event Wouter Prins / Marvin Peersman
event 66' Mexx Meerdink / Wouter Goes
76' event Tygo Land
event 46' Elijah Dijkstra / Denso Kasius
58' event Thom van Bergen
event 46' Billy van Duijl / Alexandre Penetra
57' event Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson / Tika de Jonge
36' event Marvin Peersman
Groningen Groningen
Substitutions
#9 Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson
#2 Wouter Prins
#16 Tyrique Mercera
#27 Rui Jorge Monteiro Mendes
#22 Sven Bouland
#20 Mats Seuntjens
#24 Dirk Baron
#48 Robin Kelder
#13 Lovro Stubljar
#15 Elvis van der Laan
#44 Jismerai Dillema
#34 Ryan Metu
Groningen Groningen AZ Alkmaar AZ Alkmaar
15Shots16
5Shots on Goal7
16Fouls8
2Corner Kick7
7Free kick16
1Offside2
1Yellow card1
27Aerial25
7Save1
10Successful Tackles22
9Interceptions11
20Long pass27
2Assist0
5Successful center4
5Shots off goal4
1Hit The Post0
14Head Success12
5Blocked5
10Tackle12
4Dribbles11
17Throw-in18
404Passes451
110Attacks82
36Dangerous attacks58
1Corner Kicks(HT)2
3BigChances4
1BigChancesMissed4
11ShotsInsideBox9
4ShotsOutsideBox7
43DuelsWon61
2.5ExpectedGoals1.73
1.55xGOT1.64
26Touches In Opposition Box39
10AccurateCrosses16
29GroundDuelsWon49
14AerialDuelsWon12
30Clearances13
AZ Alkmaar AZ Alkmaar
Substitutions
#11 Ibrahim Sadiq
#35 Mexx Meerdink
#23 Billy van Duijl
#22 Elijah Dijkstra
#18 Rion Ichihara
#33 Matej Sin
#12 Hobie Verhulst
#31 Daniel Deen
#24 Ayoub Oufkir
#20 Kasper Boogaard
#7 Patati Weslley
#45 Bendeguz Kovacs
Commentary
90+1' Tyrique Mercera - Groningen receive a yellow card
88' Groningen — substitution: Tyrique Mercera / Younes Taha
88' Groningen — substitution: Rui Jorge Monteiro Mendes / Tygo Land
82' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Rion Ichihara / Peer Koopmeiners
79' Ro-Zangelo Daal - AZ Alkmaar receive a yellow card
77' Groningen — substitution: Wouter Prins / Marvin Peersman
76' Goal! Tygo Land - Groningen
67' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Ibrahim Sadiq / Isak Jensen
66' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Mexx Meerdink / Wouter Goes
58' Goal! Thom van Bergen - Groningen
57' Groningen — substitution: Brynjolfur Darri Willumsson / Tika de Jonge
46' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Elijah Dijkstra / Denso Kasius
46' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Billy van Duijl / Alexandre Penetra
36' Penalty scored! Marvin Peersman - Groningen

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 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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Groningen and AZ Alkmaar 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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