AZ vs NAC Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
AZ welcome NAC to AFAS Stadion on 17 May 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Netherlands Eredivisie schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
AZ usually adopt an attacking approach.
NAC generally use a balanced tactical approach.
Recent Form
AZ
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NAC
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AZ come into this match full of confidence after an outstanding run of results. Confidence should be high going into the next match.
In contrast, NAC are currently going through a difficult run of form. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
Recent Form Home/Away
AZ (Home)
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NAC (Away)
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AZ's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
There is little difference in NAC's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
AZ
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NAC
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AZ have been outstanding defensively, keeping clean sheets consistently. Their defensive structure looks well organised.
In contrast, NAC are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
AZ (Home)
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NAC (Away)
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AZ show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
NAC show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
AZ
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NAC
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AZ regularly feature in high-scoring games. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
In contrast, NAC have been involved in low-scoring games recently. They often prioritise defensive structure.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
AZ (Home)
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NAC (Away)
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AZ's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
A rare pattern, with NAC's goals flowing more freely in away fixtures.
Scoring Consistency
AZ
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NAC
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AZ continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Meanwhile, NAC have shown mixed attacking reliability lately. Improving finishing could make a big difference.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
AZ (Home)
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NAC (Away)
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AZ's scoring rate is significantly higher at home than away.
NAC's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
On average AZ scores 2.3 and concedes 1.4 goals in home matches, while NAC averagely scores 0.8 and concedes 1.9 goals in away matches.
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AZ vs NAC Video Content
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AZ vs NAC Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average AZ scores after every 9.4 shots, while NAC gets averagely 11.8 shots in a game.
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AZ vs NAC Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
AZ fielded the below lineup in the last match against Go Ahead Eagles: Owusu Oduro; van Duijl, Penetra, Ichihara; Chavez, Mijnans, Sin, Dijkstra; Jensen, Meerdink, Patati
In their last match against Utrecht starting lineup of NAC was the following:
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