AZ Alkmaar vs RKC Waalwijk Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 01 Apr 2025

Why RKC Make Sense on the Asian Handicap

RKC can thrive as the outsiders and we’ll take a +1.5 start that they beat AZ at Asian Handicap odds of +105. The win, draw and single goal defeat is on our side which amounts to an attractive bet.

7 Wins for AZ in Last 10 H2H Encounters

AZ Alkmaar drew on the road in their last game. A 3-3 scoreline was played out against NEC Nijmegen at Stadion De Goffert. Maarten Martens' team enjoyed 51% possession and five shots on target, with Ibrahim Sadiq, Ernest Poku and Troy Parrott scoring one goal apiece.

RKC Waalwijk have lost their previous four games. On their travels, they recently suffered a 2-0 defeat against PEC Zwolle at MAC3PARK Stadion. RKC were restricted to 41% possession and recorded two shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It has been four wins on the bounce for AZ when playing RKC. Their last encounter saw AZ enjoy a 3-0 away victory at Mandemakers Stadion. The previous 10 matches featuring these sides have resulted in seven AZ victories and three RKC wins.

4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 12.0 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal. AZ have had 50.5% possession, 474.8 passes and 5.7 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.2 goals from 9.9 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 3.6 corners.

Top scorer Troy Parrott has found the net 4 times, Zico Buurmeester 3, with Ibrahim Sadiq and Mexx Meerdink both scoring 2. Ernest Poku, Wouter Goes and Peer Koopmeiners have the most assists with 2, while goalie Rome Owusu-Oduro has recorded 4 clean sheets.

RKC have 3 victories, 5 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 1.5 goals from 14.6 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal. Henk Fraser's side average 48.7% possession, 419.5 passes, 5.8 corners awarded and 5.7 corners against them, while conceding 1.4 goals from 14.8 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal.

Oskar Zawada has scored 5 goals, followed by Yassin Oukili and Mohammed Ihattaren on 2. Richonell Margaret has been the top assist maker on 3, with Jeroen Houwen notching 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

AZ Alkmaar confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Rome Owusu-Oduro (GK), Elijah Dijkstra, Wouter Goes, Alexandre Penetra, David Moeller Wolfe, Peer Koopmeiners, Kees Smit, Zico Buurmeester, Ibrahim Sadiq, Troy Parrott, Mees de Wit.

RKC Waalwijk confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Jeroen Houwen (GK), Roshon van Eijma, Liam van Gelderen, Redouan El Yaakoubi, Julian Lelieveld, Yassin Oukili, Godfried Roemeratoe, Richard van der Venne, Aaron Meijers, Oskar Zawada, Michiel Kramer.

AZ Alkmaar vs RKC Waalwijk Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re going to have a wager on RKC considering they have a +1.5 goal start for this Eredivisie encounter. The betting odds of +105 look attractive and we expect to land a payout.

The football betting tips stem from knowing the team news and the latest form for each side. We work hard to unearth the most pertinent stats which can also act as a guide.

Key AZ Alkmaar vs RKC Waalwijk league stats:

• The +1.5 line has been covered by RKC in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The +1.5 line has been covered by RKC in 14 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by AZ in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by AZ in 18 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.5 line hasn’t been covered by AZ in 4 consecutive games.

RKC +1.5 Probability

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 48.8% chance of winning. However, our experts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

There are ways of betting on RKC to win by a certain number of goals thanks to the Winning Margin market, with this being a nice alternative to Asian Handicap.

Our Match Prediction

RKC Waalwijk Asian Hcp +1.5 @ +105 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

AZ Alkmaar 2 - 1 RKC

A 2-1 win in favor of AZ can be backed at odds of +700. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Corners Prediction

RKC Over 2.5 Corners -125

We’ve seen an average of 5.80 corners for RKC Waalwijk in their past 10 matches, while the previous three AZ Alkmaar games have involved them conceding over 2.5 corners. If you’re in agreement with our opinion that the RKC Waalwijk Team Corners line is on the low side, take the odds of -125 that they go over.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

AZ Alkmaar

Total

9.30 5.70 3.60

Home

8.40 6.00 2.40

Away

9.20 4.70 4.50

RKC

Total

11.50 5.80 5.70

Home

11.70 4.80 6.90

Away

11.90 4.30 7.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-138

AZ Alkmaar Corners

Over 7.5

-100

Under 7.5

-138

RKC Corners

Over 2.5

-120

Under 2.5

-120

Most Corners

1

-714

X

+850

2

+480

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AZ Alkmaar vs RKC Waalwijk Odds

AZ Alkmaar have short betting odds to win and they’re overwhelming -333 favourites for this Eredivisie clash. This means the bookies give them a 77% chance of winning the game. RKC Waalwijk are the +700 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

The expectation is that Over 2.5 Goals will be scored according to the latest odds.

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Full-Time Result

1

-333

X

+475

2

+700

Half-Time Result

1

-138

X

+175

2

+650

Double Chance

1X

-1205

12

-699

X2

+240

Draw No Bet

1

-1000

2

+600

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.5

-118

2 Hcp +1.5

+105

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+170

Over 2.5

-225

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-125

No

-105

AZ Alkmaar vs RKC Waalwijk Lineups & Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to AZ Alkmaar vs RKC Waalwijk team news.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the Eredivisie squads.

AZ Alkmaar Team Page RKC Waalwijk Team Page