AZ vs Willem II Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
AZ welcome Willem II to AFAS Stadion on 11 September 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 prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Willem II aim for structural stability in their setup.
Recent Form
AZ
WWW
Willem II
LL
AZ are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. The team should continue to build on their recent results.
In contrast, Willem II have shown a clear dip in performances over recent games. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
Recent Form Home/Away
AZ (Home)
W
Willem II (Away)
L
A surprising trend, with AZ far more successful on the road.
There is little difference in Willem II's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
AZ
+-+
Willem II
--
AZ continue to show resilience at the back. The back line has been performing reliably.
In contrast, Willem II are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
AZ (Home)
+
Willem II (Away)
-
A huge contrast in clean sheet potential, heavily favouring home games for AZ.
There is little difference in Willem II's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
AZ
-+-
Willem II
++
AZ show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
In contrast, Willem II's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
AZ (Home)
-
Willem II (Away)
+
AZ's away games are significantly higher-scoring than at home.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Willem II.
Scoring Consistency
AZ
+++
Willem II
++
AZ have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Likewise, Willem II show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
AZ (Home)
+
Willem II (Away)
+
AZ's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
There is little difference in Willem II's scoring output across venues.
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AZ vs Willem II Video Content
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AZ vs Willem II Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average AZ scores after every 7.8 shots, while Willem II gets averagely 20.5 shots in a game.
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AZ vs Willem II Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
AZ fielded the below lineup in the last match against Fortuna Sittard: De Busser; Chavez, Schouten, Goes, Dijkstra; Koopmeiners, Kwakman; Daal, Smit, Patati; Meerdink
In their last match against NEC starting lineup of Willem II was the following: de Leeuw; Tjoe-a-On, Hoogma, Stam, Van Loon; Slory, Boogaard, Ciranni, Gurbuz; Haen; van Aalst
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