Heerenveen vs AZ Alkmaar Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half2 - 1
7
R. Daal
scored for AZ Alkmaar
21
N. Courtens
scored for Heerenveen
28
N. Courtens
was cautioned
30
R. Meerveld
scored for Heerenveen
2nd Half2 - 3
54
R. Daal
was cautioned
69
M. Meerdink
scored for AZ Alkmaar
83
A. Oufkir
scored for AZ Alkmaar
90+1
A. Oufkir
was cautioned
On 06 September 2026, Heerenveen face AZ at Abe Lenstra with kickoff scheduled for . This Netherlands Eredivisie encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
Heerenveen aim for structural stability in their setup.
AZ generally use a balanced tactical approach.
Recent Form
Heerenveen
LDLDW
AZ
WWWWW
Heerenveen show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
In contrast, AZ are in flying form, dominating recent fixtures. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.
Recent Form Home/Away
Heerenveen (Home)
LLW
AZ (Away)
WWW
There is little difference in Heerenveen's performance across venues.
A clear home bias is evident in AZ's recent performances.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Heerenveen
----+
AZ
--+-+
Heerenveen have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Meanwhile, AZ have struggled to maintain consistent defensive solidity. Concentration at the back will be key.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Heerenveen (Home)
--+
AZ (Away)
-+-
There is little difference in Heerenveen's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
AZ's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Heerenveen
++-+-
AZ
++-+-
Heerenveen's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Likewise, AZ regularly feature in high-scoring games. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Heerenveen (Home)
+--
AZ (Away)
+-+
Only small differences appear in Heerenveen's match tempo home versus away.
AZ's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Heerenveen
++-++
AZ
+++++
Heerenveen have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
However, AZ show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Heerenveen (Home)
+-+
AZ (Away)
+++
Heerenveen's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
There is little difference in AZ's scoring output across venues.
Match Information
Referee: Jeroen Manschot
Venue: Abe Lenstra
Heerenveen vs AZ Alkmaar Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.54
xG
1.6
45
Ball Posession (%)
55
3
Big Chances
2
1
Cautions
2
14
Shots
15
5
Shots on Goal
8
6
Shots Blocked
4
10
Shots inside Box
8
4
Shots outside Box
7
0
Hit Woodwork
0
9
Fouls
12
4
Corner Kicks
3
5
Saves
3
12
Free Kicks
9
1
Offsides
4
403
Passes Total
488
334
Passes Completed
444
108
Passes in the final 3rd Total
194
74
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
158
33
Touches in the Opposition Box
39
13
Tackles Total
24
8
Tackles Completed
16
20
Clearances
28
13
Crosses Total
10
6
Crosses Completed
3
1
Interceptions
6
Heerenveen vs AZ Alkmaar Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
22
B. Klaverboer
28
J. De Busser
19
V. Zagaritis
5
M. Chavez
3
M. Willemsen
4
L. Schouten
4
S. Kersten
3
W. Goes
45
O. Braude
22
E. Dijkstra
6
D. Proper
6
P. Koopmeiners
36
N. Courtens
8
J. Clasie
7
M. Rivera
11
R. Daal
10
R. Meerveld
21
D. Kwakman
20
J. Trenskow
7
W. Patati
9
D. Vente
9
M. Meerdink
Heerenveen vs AZ Alkmaar H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results