NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 May

Betiball's prediction for NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar on 21 May 2023 (kick-off: 08:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar preview before placing your bet.

NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar: Starting Lineups Time : 21/05/2023 08:30

NEC Nijmegen
0 - 3
Finished
AZ Alkmaar
83' event Dirk Proper
80' event Landry Nany Dimata / Anthony Musaba
75' event Terry Lartey Sanniez / Philippe Sandler
67' event Ibrahim Cissoko / Magnus Mattsson
67' event Jordy Bruijn / Lasse Schone
42' event Lasse Schone
22' event Joris Kramer
event 85' Riechedly Bazoer / Jordy Clasie
event 85' Djordje Mihailovic / Jesper Karlsson
event 81' Zinho Vanheusden / Yukinari Sugawara
event 64' Mayckel Lahdo / Myron van Brederode
event 64' Dani De Wit / Sven Mijnans
event 50' Jesper Karlsson
event 43' Jordy Clasie
event 35' Jesper Karlsson Goal Disallowed
event 28' Jesper Karlsson
83' event Dirk Proper
event 85' Riechedly Bazoer / Jordy Clasie
80' event Landry Nany Dimata / Anthony Musaba
event 85' Djordje Mihailovic / Jesper Karlsson
75' event Terry Lartey Sanniez / Philippe Sandler
event 81' Zinho Vanheusden / Yukinari Sugawara
67' event Ibrahim Cissoko / Magnus Mattsson
event 64' Mayckel Lahdo / Myron van Brederode
67' event Jordy Bruijn / Lasse Schone
event 64' Dani De Wit / Sven Mijnans
42' event Lasse Schone
event 50' Jesper Karlsson
22' event Joris Kramer
event 43' Jordy Clasie
event 35' Jesper Karlsson Goal Disallowed
event 28' Jesper Karlsson
NEC Nijmegen NEC Nijmegen
Substitutions
#19 Landry Nany Dimata
#21 Ibrahim Cissoko
#6 Jordy Bruijn
#34 Terry Lartey Sanniez
#8 Andri Fannar Baldursson
#2 Ilias Bronkhorst
#1 Mattijs Branderhorst
#31 Rijk Janse
#4 Ivan Marquez Alvarez
NEC Nijmegen NEC Nijmegen AZ Alkmaar AZ Alkmaar
11Shots14
2Shots on Goal6
10Fouls7
3Corner Kick4
12Free kick10
0Offside6
2Yellow card0
1Red card0
22Aerial20
3Save2
14Successful Tackles19
11Interceptions8
0Assist3
5Shots off goal5
8Head Success13
4Blocked3
14Tackle19
11Dribbles8
12Throw-in18
374Passes564
103Attacks109
50Dangerous attacks47
0Corner Kicks(HT)2
AZ Alkmaar AZ Alkmaar
Substitutions
#27 Zinho Vanheusden
#25 Riechedly Bazoer
#10 Dani De Wit
#23 Mayckel Lahdo
#14 Djordje Mihailovic
#35 Mexx Meerdink
#34 Mees de Wit
#12 Hobie Verhulst
#28 Zico Buurmeester
#54 Daniel Deen
#46 Wouter Goes
Commentary
85' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Riechedly Bazoer / Jordy Clasie
85' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Djordje Mihailovic / Jesper Karlsson
83' Dirk Proper - NEC Nijmegen receive a red card
81' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Zinho Vanheusden / Yukinari Sugawara
80' NEC Nijmegen — substitution: Landry Nany Dimata / Anthony Musaba
75' NEC Nijmegen — substitution: Terry Lartey Sanniez / Philippe Sandler
67' NEC Nijmegen — substitution: Ibrahim Cissoko / Magnus Mattsson
67' NEC Nijmegen — substitution: Jordy Bruijn / Lasse Schone
64' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Mayckel Lahdo / Myron van Brederode
64' AZ Alkmaar — substitution: Dani De Wit / Sven Mijnans
50' Goal! Jesper Karlsson - AZ Alkmaar
43' Goal! Jordy Clasie - AZ Alkmaar
42' Lasse Schone - NEC Nijmegen receive a yellow card
35' VAR review - AZ Alkmaar
28' Goal! Jesper Karlsson - AZ Alkmaar
22' Joris Kramer - NEC Nijmegen receive a yellow card

How We Build the NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar on 21 May 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 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.

NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess NEC Nijmegen'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 NEC Nijmegen and AZ Alkmaar sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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