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FC Volendam - AZ
Netherlands Eredivisie - Kras Stadion
Prediction 1
Over 2.5 Goals
151/100 (1.51)
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Prediction 2
AZ Alkmaar to Win
1/2 (1.50)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Volendam vs AZ Alkmaar Predictions and Best Odds
With one of the youngest teams in Eredivisie, Volendam has suddenly become a possible success story, and now is facing one of the title contenders to try and extend a good run of form.
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Over 2.5 Goals
This game looks like it a destined to become a goal bonanza so predicting an over 2.5 goals match seems like a reasonable thing to think about. History recorded only eight matches between these teams, and one was friendly. Alkmaar won 8-1 in 2016. That was the last game before they reconnected this season because Volendam has spent a long time in the Second Division. Nonetheless, only one game from the aforementioned ended with fewer than three goals scored. For the current season, both teams had the same number of over 2.5 goal matches standing at 12 including three out of their last five.
AZ Alkmaar to Win
A month ago these odds would probably be at a much modest rate than they are now because of Volendam's sudden surge in form. They were almost a guarantee for relegation until they started to win games. Three out of their four victories were earned in the last five matches they played. Alkmaar's unbeaten run has stretched for six games, and last week they had an incredible and rarely-seen match against Utrecht that finished 5-5. When it comes to their h2h record, Volendam has never beaten Alkmaar in those eight matches played dating back to their first encounter in 1996. Only a single game ended with a draw.
Latest Stats and Market Odds for the match between Volendam vs AZ Alkmaar
Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
Head to Head
30/10/22
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
AZ
FC Volendam
2
1
09/07/16
UK Friendlies UK
AZ
FC Volendam
8
1
Last Five - FC Volendam
29/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
FC Groningen
FC Volendam
2
3
W
26/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Ajax
FC Volendam
1
1
D
20/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Excelsior
FC Volendam
2
0
L
14/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
RKC
FC Volendam
1
2
W
11/01/23
Netherlands Cup Netherlands
Heerenveen
FC Volendam
2
0
L
Last Five - AZ
28/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
FC Utrecht
AZ
5
5
D
25/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Go Ahead Eagles
AZ
1
4
W
22/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Fortuna Sittard
AZ
1
3
W
14/01/23
Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
Heerenveen
AZ
0
2
W
11/01/23
Netherlands Cup Netherlands
Excelsior
AZ
1
4
W
Here is a look at the predictions that bookmakers have dealt with regarding this encounter:
Volendam odds: 5/1 (5.00) – 20%
Draw odds: 7/2 (4.50) – 22.2%
AZ Alkmaar odds: 4/7 (1.57) – 63.6%
The bookmakers predict Alkmaar win for obvious reasons, but with Volendam's continued growth form-wise, bettors will want to take a look at other options at the table: Vangelis Pavlidis scoring Anytime is priced at 11/8 (2.38) – 42.1%, and if you are looking for another Volendam's surprise result, why not going all the way to get possibly a better earning with the host Win alongside BTTS that will give you odds of 8/1 (8.00) – 12.5%.
Provisional Lineups, Preview, and Team News
Volendam
The home team features a very young squad that has an average age of only 22.4 years. It's a big squad consisting of 29 players, and with early struggles with the form they have gone far to give themselves a good chance of staying in Eredivisie. They have managed to score at least one goal in four of their last five games with three victories in the process that moved them out of the relegation zone, at least for now. Volendam doesn't have any injury issues for the match against AZ Alkmaar.
Provisional lineup: Stankovic, Murkin, Flint, Mirani, Mbuyamba, Plat, Twigt, Eiting, Da Silva, Muhren, Oristanio.
AZ Alkmaar
Different ambitions and goals are what separate AZ from its next opponent. They are not thinking about relegation, but rather taking the title away from one of the bigger clubs in the country, and currently, that's Feyenoord who leads the league. Drawing against Utrecht hurt the team, especially as it happened on their home turf, and now they need to win at Volendam so they can recapture their form and keep close tabs on the leaders. Dani de Wit and Sam Beukema are still injured, while Sem Westerveld and Bruno Martins Indi remain in doubt to play.
Provisional lineup: Ryan, Chatzidiakos, Clasie, Kerkez, Sugawara, Odgaard, Dekker, Mihailovic, Pavlidis, Reijnders, Karlsson.
Starting lineups
Starting lineups are usually released 60 minutes before kick-off.
FC Volendam
AZ
Player to Watch: Vangelis Pavlidis
After scoring a hat-trick against Utrecht, Vangelis Pavlidis has become Alkmaar's top scorer with nine goals this season. He is also credited with a couple of assists. The Greek center-forward remains an integral part of the visiting team as they are looking for another league win.
Netherlands Eredivisie
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | +/- | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Feyenoord | 19 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 27 | 42 |
| 2 | AZ | 19 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 40 |
| 3 |  PSV | 19 | 12 | 2 | 5 | 24 | 38 |
| 4 |  Ajax | 19 | 10 | 7 | 2 | 30 | 37 |
| 5 |  FC Twente | 19 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 19 | 36 |
| 6 |  Sparta Rotterdam | 20 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 34 |
| 7 |  FC Utrecht | 19 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 30 |
| 8 |  Heerenveen | 19 | 7 | 6 | 6 | -1 | 27 |
| 9 |  RKC | 19 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 25 |
| 10 |  NEC | 19 | 4 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 23 |
| 11 |  Fortuna Sittard | 20 | 6 | 5 | 9 | -8 | 23 |
| 12 |  Go Ahead Eagles | 19 | 4 | 7 | 8 | -8 | 19 |
| 13 |  Vitesse | 19 | 4 | 7 | 8 | -12 | 19 |
| 14 |  Excelsior | 19 | 6 | 1 | 12 | -23 | 19 |
| 15 | FC Volendam | 19 | 4 | 4 | 11 | -23 | 16 |
| 16 |  FC Emmen | 19 | 3 | 6 | 10 | -19 | 15 |
| 17 |  Cambuur Leeuwarden | 19 | 3 | 3 | 13 | -19 | 12 |
| 18 |  FC Groningen | 19 | 3 | 3 | 13 | -20 | 12 |
FAQ about Volendam vs AZ Alkmaar
- Where is the match venue? – The game will be played at Kras Stadion in Volendam
- Who will referee the game? – Martin Perez
- Who won the last time they played? – AZ Alkmaar won 2-1
