AZ vs Heracles Almelo Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
On 15 March 2026, AZ face Heracles Almelo at AFAS Stadion with kickoff scheduled for . This Netherlands Eredivisie encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
AZ have shown tactical flexibility in recent matches.
Heracles Almelo operate with a flexible back three.
Recent Form
AZ
WWDLW
Heracles Almelo
LLLLW
AZ come into this match full of confidence after an outstanding run of results. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.
In contrast, Heracles Almelo have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
Recent Form Home/Away
AZ (Home)
WDLDW
Heracles Almelo (Away)
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AZ form remains fairly steady regardless of location.
Heracles Almelo are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
AZ
----+
Heracles Almelo
-----
AZ have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
However, Heracles Almelo have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
AZ (Home)
----+
Heracles Almelo (Away)
-----
There is little difference in AZ's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Heracles Almelo's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
AZ
++-+-
Heracles Almelo
++-++
AZ's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
However, Heracles Almelo have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
AZ (Home)
+-+--
Heracles Almelo (Away)
+++-+
AZ's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
Heracles Almelo's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
AZ
+++++
Heracles Almelo
+--++
AZ show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
In contrast, Heracles Almelo usually manage to get on the scoresheet. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
AZ (Home)
+++++
Heracles Almelo (Away)
-++-+
There is little difference in AZ's scoring output across venues.
Heracles Almelo's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
On average AZ scores 2.1 and concedes 1.8 goals in home matches, while Heracles Almelo averagely scores 0.8 and concedes 2.8 goals in away matches.
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AZ vs Heracles Almelo Video Content
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AZ vs Heracles Almelo Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average AZ scores after every 8.9 shots, while Heracles Almelo gets averagely 16.1 shots in a game.
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AZ vs Heracles Almelo Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
AZ fielded the below lineup in the last match against Sparta Rotterdam: Zoet; Chavez, van Duijl, Penetra, Goes, Jensen; Koopmeiners, Boogaard, Sin; Parrott, Hornkamp
In their last match against PSV starting lineup of Heracles Almelo was the following:
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