Based on last 50 matches in "Netherlands. Eredivisie", up to 10/01/2022
To build a prediction for the Groningen - AZ Alkmaar match, scheduled for 1 October 2022, several key factors could influence the outcome. Groningen have played 50 matches, in which they won 13 of them, drew 12 times and lost 25 matches. AZ Alkmaar, having played 50 matches, won 28 times, drew 10 matches and lost 12 defeats. In the league, Groningen average 1.1 goals scored per game and 1.5 conceded. AZ Alkmaar average 1.9 scored and 1.2 conceded. These sides last met on 20 December 2021 at AZ Alkmaar's ground, where the home side came out on top.
In 5 out of 7 last matches involving AZ Alkmaar, a draw was recorded in the first half.
1st Half - X2.2
In 6 out of 8 last matches involving Groningen and AZ Alkmaar against each other, a draw was recorded in the first half.
1st Half - X2.2
In 6 out of 8 last away matches, AZ Alkmaar concedes in the second half.
2nd Half - IT1O (0.5)2.16
In 21 out of 27 last matches involving AZ Alkmaar, both teams scored.
Both Teams To Score - Yes1.86
In 11 out of 14 last matches where AZ Alkmaar played away, both teams scored.
Both Teams To Score - Yes1.86
In 6 out of 8 last home matches, Groningen concedes in the first half.
1st Half - IT2O (0.5)1.79
AZ Alkmaar won in 6 out of 8 last matches.
W21.77
Groningen scores against AZ Alkmaar at home in 9 out of 10 last matches.
IT1O (0.5)1.55
In 8 out of 10 last matches, Groningen concedes in the second half.
2nd Half - IT2O (0.5)1.53
In 7 out of 9 last matches, AZ Alkmaar scores in the second half.
2nd Half - IT2O (0.5)1.53
Injuries & suspensions
The home side will be without several players from the rotation, with one more player a doubt. The away side will be missing one player from the first team. Several more AZ Alkmaar players may also miss out.
Referee statistics
The referee for this match is Йерун Мансхот (Netherlands). Over the last 100 matches, he has shown 303 yellow cards (averaging 3 per match) and 15 red cards (averaging 0.2 per match), so he cannot be considered overly strict. He has awarded a penalty in 22% of matches (22 out of 100).