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UEFA Europa Conference League - AFAS Stadion
2nd Round
Prediction 1
BTTS
37/50 (1.74)
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Prediction 2
Over 2.5 Goals
20/23 (1.87)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change
AZ Alkmaar and West Ham meet at the AFAS Stadion in the Europa Conference League on Thursday, May 18th. The Hammers take a 2-1 lead to the Netherlands for the second-leg of the semi-finals this week. Read our Europa Conference League predictions and betting tips along with the latest odds for the fixture below in our detailed match preview.
Today's Predictions for AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham
Can West Ham complete the job to reach the final of the Europa Conference League at AZ’s expense on Thursday? Read our top AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham predictions for this week’s fixture below and when you’re finished here, head over to our football betting tips page for more expert picks.
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Both Teams to Score
The second leg of AZ and West Ham’s Conference League semi-final is on a knife-edge following last week’s 2-1 win for the Hammers and we expect both teams to find the net again in Thursday’s crucial encounter in the Netherlands. AZ have registered in 100% of their home games in the tournament so far, while West Ham have rattled the net at least once in every single fixture they’ve contested in the Conference League to date. More of the same is anticipated at the AFAS Stadion this week.
Over 2.5 Goals
With so much on the line this week and a place in the Conference League final up for grabs, we expect both teams to leave everything on the pitch at the AFAS Stadion, and an exciting contest could develop between two sides equally desperate to advance. 11 of AZ’s last 14 games in the competition – including last week’s semi-final first-leg – have featured over 2.5 goals while nine of West Ham’s 13 matches in the tournament have also seen at least three goals. More thrills and spills could be on the menu on Thursday, and our second AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham prediction recommends a stake on over 2.5 goals with that in mind.
Top Betting Odds and Stats for AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham
Check out our collection of key stats for Thursday’s contest featuring AZ Alkmaar – West Ham below alongside a tool to help you choose the most attractive odds.
Head to Head
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West Ham
AZ
2
1
Last Five - AZ
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Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
PSV
AZ
2
1
L
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Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
NEC
AZ
0
3
W
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West Ham
AZ
1
0
L
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Netherlands Eredivisie Netherlands
FC Emmen
AZ
1
5
W
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West Ham
AZ
2
1
L
Last Five - West Ham
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England Premier League EPL
Leicester
West Ham
2
1
L
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England Premier League EPL
Leeds
West Ham
1
3
W
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AZ
West Ham
0
1
W
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England Premier League EPL
Brentford
West Ham
2
0
L
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AZ
West Ham
1
2
W
Let's take a closer look at the latest markets, AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham odds and probability figures ahead of Thursday’s match below.
AZ Alkmaar odds: 17/10 (2.70) – 37%
Draw odds: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
West Ham odds: 149/100 (2.49) – 40.2%
West Ham have been priced as the bookmakers’ expected winners on Thursday, with the implied probability of an away victory currently hovering at 40.2%. Elsewhere, odds of 4/9 (1.44) can be snatched in the AZ double chance this week and that outcome has an implied probability of 69.2%. Alkmaar have lost only three times at home this term in all competitions.
AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham Team News & Injuries
Read all of the latest injury updates, AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham lineups and team news for Thursday’s Europa Conference League contest below.
AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar have few injury concerns this week though Sem Westerveld and Bruno Martins Indi are both considered doubtful. AZ, who favour a 4-2-3-1 formation, warmed up for Thursday's game with a resounding 5-1 win at home to Emmen in the Eredivisie at the weekend.
Predicted Lineup for AZ Alkmaar: Ryan – Sugawara, Beukeme, Hatzidiakos, de Wit – Clasie, Reijnders, Odgaard, Mijnans, van Brederode – Pavlidis
West Ham
Vladimir Coufal and Gianluca Sacamacca are listed as injured for West Ham. Michail Antonio is a doubt, though the striker, who scored in last week's first leg, should shake off a knock to be involved. The Irons rested a whole host of players against Brentford (0-2) at the weekend.
Predicted Lineup for West Ham: Areola – Kehrer, Zouma, Aguerd, Cresswell – Soucek, Rice, Bowen, Paqueta, Benrahma – Antonio
Player to Watch – Declan Rice
Declan Rice – as he so often is – was the driving force behind West Ham’s 2-1 win over AZ in last week’s semi-final first-leg and the hugely influential midfielder should be a key performer for the Irons again the Netherlands on Thursday. The 24-year-old rarely has an off day and Rice will be determined to lead by example again this week.
Starting Lineups
Official lineups are usually released approximately one hour before kick-off.
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AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham Coverage and Frequently Asked Questions
Who is AZ Alkmaar’s manager?
Pascal Jansen has been in charge of AZ Alkmaar since December 2020.
What time does this fixture kick off?
The game is scheduled to start at 20:00 BST.
Which club is favourite to win this week?
West Ham have been priced as favourites to prevail on Thursday by the bookmakers. Make sure to check out our expert AZ Alkmaar vs West Ham prediction near the top of this preview.
