Sparta Rotterdam aim to claim a major scalp on Matchday 24 as they face AZ Alkmaar at AFAS Stadion, but with the Cheese Farmers showing signs of improvement of late, we predict a 2-1 home win. AZ come into the match in solid form (WLWDW), averaging 1.90 goals per game and conceding 1.40 overall. At home, Lee-Roy Echteld's men remain strong with 1.83 points per match and clean sheets in 33% of their outings. The absence of Mateo Chavez Garcia through suspension shouldn’t disrupt their rhythm too much, as their midfield depth continues to deliver consistency.
The Rotterdammers, on the other hand are undefeated in five and boosted by excellent away form— with the team taking 2.60 points per game on the road and scoring 2.60 goals per away match. Their defence travels well too, conceding just 1.20 goals in all away fixtures. Important midfielder Pelle Clement is unlikely to feature after a knock, which slightly affects Sparta’s control in midfield.
Taking everything into account, we predict a competitive contest with AZ’s home strength edging it. Therefore AZ to Win is our main betting tip for this Eredivisie matchup. Additionally, Over 1.5, and over 2.5 goals markets seem tempting, backed by both sides’ strong scoring trends.
This Netherlands Eredivisie match will be played on Sunday 22 February 2026 at 15:45.
What is our AZ vs Sparta Rotterdam prediction?
Our prediction for this match: AZ 2 - 1 Sparta Rotterdam
AZ vs Sparta Rotterdam Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-1 @ 750 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -188 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -450 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -188 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -175 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -600 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Troy Parrott @ -105 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Troy Parrott @ 375 Odds
- To be Booked: Teo Quintero @ 175 Odds
- Asian Handicap: AZ -0.5 @ -134 Odds
- European Handicap: Sparta Rotterdam +2 @ -275 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -400 Odds
- Draw No Bet: AZ to Win @ -300 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: AZ to Win/AZ to Win @ 175 Odds
- Clean Sheet: AZ - No @ -300 Odds
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View OfferAZ Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwdw | 1.70 |
| Home | wdlwd | 1.83 |
| Away | llww | 1.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.30 | 3.00 | 3.75 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 2.00 | 1.75 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 70% | 67% | 75% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.77 | 1.81 | 1.71 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.49 | 1.62 | 1.31 |
Sparta Rotterdam Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwdd | 2.00 |
| Home | lwlwd | 1.40 |
| Away | wwwwd | 2.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.10 | 2.40 | 3.80 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 1.20 | 2.60 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 1.20 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.76 | 1.74 | 1.78 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.59 | 1.35 | 1.83 |
AZ vs Sparta Rotterdam Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
AZ (56%)
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