AZ Alkmaar vs Twente Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 May 2025
AZ Look the Smart Pick
AZ Alkmaar clash with Twente in this Europa Conference League play-off final at AFAS Stadion.
If you agree with our verdict that AZ will have the edge when clashing with Twente, then you can back the home team at -167. We’re expecting a return with this Full-Time Result bet.
AZ Won Previous H2H Clash
AZ Alkmaar won their last game 4-1. This was recorded at AFAS Stadion against Heerenveen. The Alkmaar outfit had 43% of possession and eight shots on target, with Mexx Meerdink scoring a hat-trick and Alexandre Penetra also among the goals.
FC Twente secured a 3-2 in extra time home win over NEC Nijmegen at De Grolsch Veste in their previous game. Joseph Oosting's side recorded 42% possession and had seven shots on goal, with Michal Sadilek, Sem Steijn and Younes Taha finding the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
AZ have won three on the bounce against Twente. In the last clash, away side AZ landed a 3-2 victory at De Grolsch Veste. The previous 10 H2H games have included five wins for AZ, four triumphs for Twente and a single draw.
Eredivisie | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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8 | ![]() |
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6:3 | 4 |
10 | ![]() |
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 2:4 | 3 |
AZ have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 6.6 shots on goal and 15.8 attempts. The Cheeseheads have averaged 53.3% possession, 467.2 passes and 7.5 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.2 goals from 2.5 shots on goal, 10.4 attempts and 4.1 corners.
Mexx Meerdink is the top scorer with 6 goals, while Sven Mijnans, Ernest Poku and Troy Parrott each have 2. Leading assistor is Sven Mijnans with 4, while goalie Rome Owusu-Oduro has recorded 2 clean sheets.
Twente – Last 10 League GamesTwente have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, averaging 11.5 attempts, 4.1 shots on goal and 1.5 goals. The Enschede team average 48.9% possession, 402.6 passes, 5.3 corners awarded and 4.7 corners against them, while 2.0 goals have been conceded from 4.4 shots on goal and 13.4 attempts.
Sem Steijn has top scored with 5, while Michal Sadilek, Ricky van Wolfswinkel and Michel Vlap are next on 2. Sem Steijn has been the top assist maker on 3, with Lars Unnerstall notching 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
AZ Alkmaar confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Rome Owusu-Oduro (GK), Seiya Maikuma, Wouter Goes, Alexandre Penetra, David Moeller Wolfe, Peer Koopmeiners, Kees Smit, Ernest Poku, Sven Mijnans, Ruben van Bommel, Mexx Meerdink.
Twente confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Przemyslaw Tyton (GK), Bart van Rooij, Mees Hilgers, Max Bruns, Bas Kuipers, Mathias Kjoeloe, Michal Sadilek, Daan Rots, Sem Steijn, Michel Vlap, Ricky van Wolfswinkel.
AZ Alkmaar vs Twente Prediction & Betting Tips
AZ look like a spot of value at -167 when it comes to the latest betting. They should be able to deliver a victory in this Eredivisie game based on the information available and we’re feeling confident.
Having the inside track for injuries and accessing the form guide are important before coming up with football predictions. It’s also key to identify the key numbers and that is why our experts take a data-led approach.
Key AZ Alkmaar vs Twente league stats:
AZ to Win Probability
According to the bookies, our pick has a 62.5% chance of landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
There is a fantastic betting option which allows you to combine AZ to win with both teams to find the net. Simply head to the Result + BTTS market to secure bigger odds.

Correct Score Prediction
AZ are available to back at +650 to secure a 2-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Player Prop Picks
Ricky van Wolfswinkel (Twente) has had one or more shots on goal in three consecutive Eredivisie matches. He should be capable of covering the line when it comes to this player prop and odds of -127 are now available.


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Sven Mijnans (AZ) has netted two goals in his past five Eredivisie matches. We believe this is the best of the player props, with a healthy +320 available when it comes to betting him to score at any time.


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Corners Prediction
The 5.5 corners line has not been covered by AZ Alkmaar in their past two games, with the corner count against Twente going under 5.5 in their last five away matches. The AZ Team Corners line looks to be too big given the stats and -105 is available to wager.






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Bet Builder Tips
If you want to follow our bet builder, try AZ Alkmaar to win, both teams to score No along with AZ Alkmaar to record under 5.5 corners.
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AZ Alkmaar vs Twente Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
AZ Betting Favourites to Win
With a 63% prospect of triumphing according to the 1x2 odds, AZ Alkmaar are favourites to come out on top in this Eredivisie clash and they’re available at -172 with the bookmakers. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, FC Twente are trading at +430.
If AZ beat Twente by two or more goals, then the +102 about them on the Asian Handicap -1 pays out. A one-goal win and you have the insurance of getting a full refund.
For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at -143 on the BTTS market.
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Mexx Meerdink is the First Goalscorer Favourite
Favourite Mexx Meerdink is priced at +340 to be the first player on the scoresheet, while there’s also the chance to back him to score any time at odds of +123.












- Eredivisie: 14/05 2025 Twente 2 AZ Alkmaar 3
- Eredivisie: 21/12 2024 AZ Alkmaar 1 Twente 0
- Eredivisie: 05/05 2024 AZ Alkmaar 2 Twente 1
- Eredivisie: 13/01 2024 Twente 2 AZ Alkmaar 1
- Eredivisie: 19/03 2023 Twente 2 AZ Alkmaar 1
- Eredivisie: 11/09 2022 AZ Alkmaar 1 Twente 1
- Eredivisie: 13/03 2022 AZ Alkmaar 0 Twente 1
- KNVB Cup: 19/01 2022 Twente 1 AZ Alkmaar 2
- Eredivisie: 23/09 2021 Twente 3 AZ Alkmaar 1
- Eredivisie: 13/03 2021 AZ Alkmaar 4 Twente 1


- 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 7.50 corners awarded and 4.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.10 corners awarded and 3.00 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.10 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 4.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 53.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 56.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 48.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for AZ Alkmaar this season are Troy Parrott (14), Mexx Meerdink (9), Ibrahim Sadiq (6)
- Top Assistors for AZ Alkmaar this season are Peer Koopmeiners (7), David Moeller Wolfe (6), Ruben van Bommel (5)
AZ Alkmaar vs Twente 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 Twente team news.
We’re on hand to provide you with full details of the latest Eredivisie squads.
AZ Alkmaar Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Twente Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
AZ Alkmaar Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Twente Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
AZ Alkmaar Substitutes
- 8Jordy Clasie
- 9Troy Parrott
- 11Ibrahim Sadiq
- 12Hobie Verhulst
- 22Maxim Dekker
- 23Mayckel Lahdo
- 24Lewis Schouten
- 27Ro-Zangelo Daal
- 28Zico Buurmeester
- 30Denso Kasius
- 34Mees de Wit
- 41Jeroen Zoet
Twente Substitutes
- 3Gustaf Lagerbielke
- 8Taylor Booth
- 19Younes Taha
- 21Sam Karssies
- 25L. Vennegoor of
- 29Harrie Kuster
- 30Sayfallah Ltaief
- 31Yannick Gerritsen
- 32Arno Verschueren
- 37Naci Unuvar
- 41Gijs Besselink
- 47Gerald Alders
Previous AZ Alkmaar Lineups
Previous Twente Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | NEC Nijmegen | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12:1 | 9 |
2 | PSV | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12:3 | 9 |
3 | Ajax | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 7 |
4 | Feyenoord | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 6 |
5 | PEC Zwolle | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 6 |
6 | Utrecht | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9:3 | 6 |
7 | Sp. Rotterdam | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:7 | 6 |
8 | AZ Alkmaar | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6:3 | 4 |
9 | Volendam | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5:5 | 3 |
10 | Twente | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:4 | 3 |
11 | Groningen | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5:9 | 3 |
12 | NAC Breda | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:6 | 3 |
13 | Go Ahead E. | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4:7 | 2 |
14 | Fortuna Sittard | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3:4 | 1 |
15 | SC Heerenveen | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:5 | 1 |
16 | Telstar | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2:6 | 1 |
17 | Excelsior | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:11 | 0 |
18 | Heracles | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1:10 | 0 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | NEC Nijmegen | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8:0 | 6 |
2 | PSV | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10:3 | 6 |
3 | Utrecht | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8:1 | 6 |
4 | Ajax | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:0 | 6 |
5 | AZ Alkmaar | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 3 |
6 | Feyenoord | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
7 | Sp. Rotterdam | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
8 | Groningen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
9 | NAC Breda | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
10 | PEC Zwolle | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
11 | Volendam | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
12 | Fortuna Sittard | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
13 | SC Heerenveen | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 1 |
14 | Telstar | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:4 | 1 |
15 | Go Ahead E. | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:5 | 1 |
16 | Excelsior | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
17 | Twente | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
18 | Heracles | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:4 | 0 |

















