Our AZ vs NEC Prediction: 3-3
AZ vs NEC in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 15:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 31, 2026. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 3-3 for the match between AZ and NEC.
Our prediction is supported by key AZ vs NEC stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
AZ's Last Match – AZ vs FC Volendam
AZ will want to continue their winning form after a 1-0 Netherlands Eredivisie victory over FC Volendam, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, AZ had 49% possession and 12 attempts at goal, with 8 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 AZ | 49% | 12 (8) | 2.38 | 61 |
 FC Volendam | 51% | 7 (2) | 0.47 | 46 |
NEC's Last Match – NEC vs Ajax
NEC will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 2-2 Netherlands Eredivisie draw with Ajax on December 20. In that match, NEC recorded 39% possession, attempting 7 shots on goal, with 6 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 NEC | 39% | 7 (6) | 2.04 | 54 |
 Ajax | 61% | 12 (8) | 2.01 | 62 |
AZ vs NEC Stats
Key Stats
| AZ | NEC | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.49 | Attacking Strength | 1.59 |
| 1.3 | Defence Strength | 1.14 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 2.1 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 8/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 2.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
AZ are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, while NEC average 2.4 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.
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