Our NEC vs AZ Prediction: 2-2
NEC vs AZ in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday March 29, 2025. Our analysis suggests a 2-2 stalemate, with both teams capable of scoring, reinforcing BTTS as a valuable choice.
This NEC vs AZ prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
NEC's Last Match – FC Utrecht vs NEC
NEC will hope to extend their good run following a 1-0 Netherlands Eredivisie win against FC Utrecht on March 15. In that match, NEC recorded 46% possession, attempting 8 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
FC Utrecht | 54% | 7 (3) | 1.3 | 77 |
NEC | 46% | 8 (3) | 1.56 | 57 |
AZ's Last Match – Ajax vs AZ
AZ will be determined to find a winning touch after a 2-2 Netherlands Eredivisie draw against Ajax on March 16. In that match, AZ had 46% possession and 6 attempts at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ajax | 54% | 10 (5) | 1.41 | 48 |
AZ | 46% | 6 (2) | 0.72 | 46 |
NEC vs AZ Stats
Key Stats
| NEC | AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.38 | Attacking Strength | 1.1 |
| 1.1 | Defence Strength | 0.8 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
NEC are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while AZ average 1.9 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
NEC 16-15
AZ 19-14
What are the odds for this match?
NEC to win: @3.25
Draw: @3.4
AZ to win: @2.15
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.9
Lineups
NEC (4-3-1-2) : Robin Roefs, Elefterois Lyratzis, Philippe Sandler, Bram Nuytinck, Calvin Verdonk, Sontje Hansen, Dirk Wanner Proper, Thomas Ouwejan, Lars Olden Larsen, Bryan Linssen, Vito Van Crooij
AZ (4-2-3-1) : Rome Jayden Owusu Oduro, Denso Kasius, Wouter Goes, Bruno Martins Indi, Ibrahim Sadiq, Peer Koopmeiners, David Moller Wolfe, Ernest Poku, Kristijan Belic, Zico Buurmeester, Troy Parrott