Our AZ vs Sparta Rotterdam Prediction: 1-2
AZ vs Sparta Rotterdam in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 15:45 GMT kick-off on Sunday February 22, 2026. A 1-2 result in favor of the away side is our top pick, yet with both teams creating chances, BTTS is a smart alternative bet.
Our prediction is supported by key AZ vs Sparta Rotterdam 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 – FC Noah vs AZ
AZ will be looking to bounce back after a 0-1 UEFA Conference League defeat against FC Noah on February 19. In that match, AZ had 70% possession and 7 attempts at goal, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 FC Noah | 30% | 11 (4) | 1.04 | 24 |
 AZ | 70% | 7 (4) | 0.53 | 45 |
Sparta Rotterdam's Last Match – Sparta Rotterdam vs NEC
Determined to get back to winning ways, Sparta Rotterdam must win after their 1-1 Netherlands Eredivisie draw against NEC on February 17. In that match, Sparta Rotterdam recorded 41% possession, firing 6 shots at goal, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Sparta Rotterdam | 41% | 6 (5) | 1.69 | 38 |
 NEC | 59% | 3 (5) | 0.98 | 56 |
AZ vs Sparta Rotterdam Stats
Key Stats
| AZ | Sparta Rotterdam | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.04 | Attacking Strength | 1.05 |
| 1.33 | Defence Strength | 0.69 |
| 1.7 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.6 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
AZ are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Sparta Rotterdam average 1.9 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
AZ 16-11
Sparta Rotterdam 19-12
What are the odds for this match?
AZ to win: @2
Draw: @3.6
Sparta Rotterdam to win: @3.7
Lineups
AZ (5-3-2) : Jeroen Zoet, Isak Jensen, Wouter Goes, Alexandre Penetra, Billy van Duijl, Mateo Chavez, Matej Sin, Kasper Boogaard, Peer Koopmeiners, Jizz Hornkamp, Troy Parrott
Sparta Rotterdam (4-2-3-1) : Joel Drommel, Lushendry Martes, Marvin Young, Bruno Martins Indi, Teo Quintero Leon, Joshua Kitolano, Pelle Clement, Mitchell Van Bergen, Ayoni Santos, Shunsuke Mito, Tobias Lauritsen
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