Our FC Groningen vs AZ Prediction: 1-1
FC Groningen vs AZ in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 15:45 GMT kick-off on Sunday March 22, 2026. A 1-1 draw is our predicted outcome, with both teams expected to score, making BTTS a solid betting option.
Our prediction comes from detailed stats and betting data — scroll down for team performance trends and recent form insights.
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Recent Form Insights
FC Groningen's Last Match – PEC Zwolle vs FC Groningen
FC Groningen will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 1-1 Netherlands Eredivisie draw with PEC Zwolle on March 13. In that match, FC Groningen recorded 50% possession, attempting 6 shots on goal, with 7 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 PEC Zwolle | 50% | 8 (5) | 2.16 | 41 |
 FC Groningen | 50% | 6 (7) | 2.09 | 47 |
AZ's Last Match – Sparta Prague vs AZ
AZ will want to continue their winning form after a 4-0 UEFA Conference League victory over Sparta Prague, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, AZ saw 56% of the ball and created 10 goal attempts, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Sparta Prague | 44% | 4 (2) | 0.72 | 40 |
 AZ | 56% | 10 (4) | 1.9 | 38 |
FC Groningen vs AZ Stats
Key Stats
| FC Groningen | AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.67 | Attacking Strength | 0.86 |
| 0.94 | Defence Strength | 0.89 |
| 0.8 | Points Per Game | 1.9 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
FC Groningen are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while AZ average 2.2 scored and 0.9 conceded per game.
FC Groningen 12-15
AZ 22-9
What are the odds for this match?
FC Groningen to win: @2.5
Draw: @3.6
AZ to win: @2.5
Lineups
FC Groningen (4-4-2) : Hidde Jurjus, Marco Rente, Thijmen Blokzijl, Dies Janse, Marvin Peersman, David Van der Werff, Tygo Land, Jorg Schreuders, Tika De Jonge, Younes Taha El Idrissi, Thom Van Bergen
AZ (4-2-3-1) : Jeroen Zoet, Denso Kasius, Wouter Goes, Alexandre Penetra, Mees De Wit, Peer Koopmeiners, Kees Smit, Isak Jensen, Sven Mijnans, Ro-Zangelo Daal, Troy Parrott