Runaway leaders PSV Eindhoven will clash with AZ Alkmaar in a gameweek 26 Eredivisie encounter at Philips Stadion, as they look to further move away from the chasing pack this weekend.
The hosts have established an unassailable lead at the top of the standings with 65 points, 17 more than their nearest challengers, Feyenoord, while the away side will continue their quest to clinch an European spot for next season.
Read on to find out more about the PSV VS AZ Alkmaar Preview, which is one of the many Dutch Eredivisie predictions & betting tips available on our platform.
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PSV vs AZ Alkmaar predictions: Smooth sailing for the hosts
Key stats
- PSV won their last two league outings.
- The hosts will be out to make three consecutive league victories.
- The visitors will go out in search of their fourth triumph across five matches in all competitions.
- PSV are unbeaten in the last six meetings between both teams (W5,D1).
Correct score prediction: PSV 3-1 AZ Alkmaar
PSV are enjoying a great run this term, a situation which is highlighted by their position at the top of the standings and the points gap between themselves and second-placed Feyenoord.
Although they suffered a shoicking 3-2 loss to NEC Nijmegen in the KNVB cup, they remain favourites to take all three points in this fixture, and further add to their points tally.
Given their superior form, and the vociferous support expected from their supporters, we reckon that the hosts will arn a 3-1 win on Saturday.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Walk in the park for PSV?
- HOME: 7/20 (1.35) – 74.0%
- DRAW: 19/4 (5.75) – 17.3%
- AWAY: 6/1 (7.00) – 14.2%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The bookies have queued behind PSV Eindhoven to take all three points and that is not surprising, given the form they have showed through the campaign so far.
As far as the numbers go, PSV are priced at 7/20 (1.35), with an implied probability of 74.0%, while the visiting side have longer odds of 6/1 (7.00) , with a 14.2% of success on Saturday.
For those who fancy a draw after regulation time, there is a juicy price of 19/4 (5.75), which means a 17.3% chance for that outcome, and that is guarantees a good return if AZ Alkmaar can hold their own and force the home side to a draw.
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Most recent H2Hs: PSV leading
PSV EIndhoven have completely dominated recent instalments of this encounter, winning five times and recording a draw in that time. AZ Alkmaar have not won against the home side since a 1-0 defeat of th hosts in November 2022.
Netherlands Eredivisie 09/11/25
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Netherlands Eredivisie 11/01/25
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Netherlands Eredivisie 19/10/24
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Netherlands Eredivisie 06/04/24
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Netherlands Eredivisie 17/12/23
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PSV preview: PSV are injury ravaged
While PSV are the favourites to earn all three points at the weekend, they will go into the encounter with some injury concerns, as there are several players on the sidelines.
Brazilian Mauro Junior is currently sidelined with a knee injury, while Nick Olij is recuperating from a groin injury. In addition Alassane Plea (knee), Anass Salah-Eddine (foot), Guus Till (muscle) and Ruben van Bommel (knee) are ruled out.
Predicted lineup: Kovar (GK), Dest, Obispo, Schouten, Sildillia, Veerman, Wanner, Perisic, Saibari, Man, Pepi
Last five matches
- 03/03/26: Nijmegen 3-2 PSV (KNVB)
- 28/02/26: Heracles 1-3 PSV (Eredivisie)
- 21/02/26: PSV 3-1 Heerenveen (Eredivisie)
- 13/02/26: FC Volendam 2-1 PSV (Eredivisie)
- 08/02/26: Groningen 1-2 PSV (Eredivisie)
AZ Alkmaar preview: Visitors hampered by absentees
Like the hosts, AZ Alkmaar also have injury issues of their own, as well as a case of suspnsion. Jordy Clasie is currently sidelined with an ankle injury, while Keet Smit is suspended due to yellow card offences.
Similarly, Mateo Chavez Garcia and Seiya Maikuma are also ruled out of Saturday's contest as a result of unspecified injuries, hence, they will not be called up for this fixture.
Predicted lineup: Owusu-Oduro (GK), Dijkstra, Goes, Penetra, De Wit, Koopmeiners, Boogaard, Daal, Mijnas, Jensen, Parrott
Last five matches
- 04/03/26: AZ Alkmaar 1-1 Telstar (KNVB)
- 0103/26: Utrecht 2-0 AZ Alkmaar (Conference League)
- 26/02/26: AZ Alkmaar 4-0 Noah (Conference League)
- 22/02/26: AZ Alkmaar 3-1 Sparta Rotterdam (Eredivisie)
- 19/02/26: Noah 1-0 AZ Alkmaar (Conference League)
Player to watch: Ismael Saibari
Moroccan international Ismael Saibari has been in blistering form, sharing scoring responsibilities with Guss Til, who is out injured at the moment. With Til out, he will be depended to lead the charge from the front.
Red hot Saibari in the colours of PSV Eindhoven. Photo: Imago | Credit: ANP