Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half0 - 1
23
A. Stepanov
was cautioned
45+1
P. Koopmeiners
scored for AZ Alkmaar
2nd Half1 - 4
46
F. Pohl
was cautioned
47
W. Patati
scored for AZ Alkmaar
49
M. Meerdink
scored for AZ Alkmaar
54
G. Offerhaus
was cautioned
56
W. Patati
was cautioned
62
A. Stepanov
scored for Utrecht
69
A. Zagre
was cautioned
84
A. Oufkir
scored for AZ Alkmaar
89
M. Chavez
was cautioned
On 15 August 2026, Utrecht face AZ at Galgenwaard with kickoff scheduled for . This Netherlands Eredivisie encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
Utrecht favour an offensive setup focused on creating chances.
AZ aim for structural stability in their setup.
Recent Form
Utrecht
LL
AZ
WW
Utrecht are struggling badly and finding it hard to turn things around. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.
In contrast, AZ have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.
Recent Form Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
L
AZ (Away)
W
There is little difference in Utrecht's performance across venues.
AZ show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Utrecht
--
AZ
-+
Utrecht have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
In contrast, AZ continue to show resilience at the back. They look fairly disciplined in defence.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
-
AZ (Away)
-
There is little difference in Utrecht's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
A huge contrast in clean sheet potential, heavily favouring home games for AZ.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Utrecht
++
AZ
+-
Utrecht are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
In contrast, AZ's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
+
AZ (Away)
+
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Utrecht.
A rare pattern, with AZ's goals flowing more freely in away fixtures.
Scoring Consistency
Utrecht
++
AZ
++
Utrecht have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Similarly, AZ have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Utrecht (Home)
+
AZ (Away)
+
There is little difference in Utrecht's scoring output across venues.
AZ's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Danny Makkelie
Venue: Galgenwaard
Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
0.84
xG
2.05
48
Ball Posession (%)
52
1
Big Chances
1
4
Cautions
2
8
Shots
24
2
Shots on Goal
9
2
Shots Blocked
6
6
Shots inside Box
11
2
Shots outside Box
13
0
Hit Woodwork
2
23
Fouls
14
3
Corner Kicks
9
5
Saves
1
14
Free Kicks
23
1
Offsides
0
363
Passes Total
428
306
Passes Completed
348
72
Passes in the final 3rd Total
113
47
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
96
17
Touches in the Opposition Box
23
23
Tackles Total
17
18
Tackles Completed
10
19
Clearances
23
19
Crosses Total
15
4
Crosses Completed
4
6
Interceptions
4
Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
1
V. Barkas
28
J. De Busser
92
A. Zagre
5
M. Chavez
44
M. Eerdhuijzen
16
L. Schouten
2
S. Horemans
3
W. Goes
23
N. Vesterlund
22
E. Dijkstra
6
G. Offerhaus
6
P. Koopmeiners
53
F. Pohl
21
D. Kwakman
10
Y. Cathline
11
R. Daal
20
D. De Wit
10
K. Smit
11
A. Alarcon
7
W. Patati
18
A. Stepanov
35
M. Meerdink
Utrecht vs AZ Alkmaar H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results