Vitesse - AZ Alkmaar

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64'		0 - 3	Goal	V. Pavlidis	D. de Wit (Assist)
50'		0 - 2	Goal	V. Pavlidis	M. van Brederode (Assist)
49'		0 - 1	Goal	V. Pavlidis	M. van Brederode (Assist)

53'		C. Arcus	Tripping
36'		N. Isimat-Mirin	Holding
33'		K. Kozłowski	Foul

84'			In:	J. Clasie	Out:	Tiago Dantas
84'			In:	V. Pavlidis	Out:	J. Odgaard
76'			In:	M. Tielemans	Out:	M. Jonathans
72'			In:	E. Poku	Out:	R. van Bommel
72'			In:	M. van Brederode	Out:	D. Mihailović
68'			In:	S. Hamulić	Out:	J. Voelkerling Persson
68'			In:	M. Pinto	Out:	E. Cornelisse
68'			In:	D. Oroz	Out:	R. Hendriks
46'			In:	K. Kozłowski	Out:	A. Boutrah

Vitesse - AZ Alkmaar Predictions

Prediction: AZ Alkmaar

Best odds: 1.92

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Prediction: Over 1.5

Best odds: 1.14

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In an exciting Eredivisie clash, Vitesse will be hosting AZ Alkmaar at the GelreDome in Arnhem. This match, scheduled for Sunday, September 3, 2023, at 14:45:00, promises to be a thrilling encounter between two competitive teams. With both sides eager to secure a victory, let's delve into the key players, recent form, head-to-head history, and make a detailed prediction for this highly anticipated match.

Key Players:

Vitesse will heavily rely on the performances of their key players to secure a positive result. One such player to watch out for is Marco van Ginkel. As a midfielder, van Ginkel has been instrumental in Vitesse's attacking play. With an impressive rating of 7.25, he has showcased his skills with two goals and three shots on target. You can find his player profile here. Another influential figure in Vitesse's midfield is Mathijs Tielemans. With a rating of 7.70, Tielemans has been a consistent performer, contributing with one goal and two key passes. You can find his player profile here.

AZ Alkmaar, the current league leaders, boast a talented squad with several key players making an impact. Dani de Wit, a midfielder with a rating of 7.25, has been in fine form, scoring two goals and registering three shots on target. You can find his player profile here. Mayckel Lahdo, an attacker with a rating of 7.30, has also been a crucial contributor to AZ Alkmaar's attacking prowess, netting one goal and making one shot on target. You can find his player profile here. Jordy Clasie, a midfielder with a rating of 7.30, has been influential in controlling the midfield, making key passes and contributing with one goal. You can find his player profile here.

Recent Form:

Vitesse has had a mixed start to the season, currently sitting in 11th place with 3 points. They have won one game and lost one, scoring 3 goals and conceding 4. In their last two matches, Vitesse suffered a defeat and secured a victory, showcasing their inconsistency. On the other hand, AZ Alkmaar has been in scintillating form, sitting at the top of the league table with a perfect record of 2 wins in 2 matches. They have scored an impressive 8 goals while conceding only 2, highlighting their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.

Head-to-Head History:

Looking at the head-to-head history between these two teams, their previous encounters have been closely contested. On March 3, 2023, Vitesse faced AZ Alkmaar, with the latter emerging victorious with a 1-0 scoreline. In their earlier meeting on January 7, 2023, the teams played out a 1-1 draw, showcasing the competitiveness between them.

Prediction:

Considering the recent form and head-to-head history, AZ Alkmaar enters this match as the clear favorites. With a strong attacking lineup and a solid defensive record, they have the upper hand. Vitesse, on the other hand, will need to put in a disciplined and determined performance to challenge the league leaders.

Final Prediction: AZ Alkmaar to win

Based on their exceptional form and strong squad, AZ Alkmaar is predicted to secure a victory in this match. However, Vitesse should not be underestimated, and they will likely put up a tough fight. Expect an entertaining encounter between these two teams as they battle it out on the field.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

33%

67%

Attacking Potential

27%

73%

Defensive Potential

33%

67%

Poisson Distribution

8%

92%

Stregth H2H

29%

71%

Goals H2H

29%

71%

Wins the game

27%

74%

Vitesse - AZ Alkmaar Head to Head

30/03	AZ Alkmaar	2 - 0	Vitesse
03/09	Vitesse	0 - 2	AZ Alkmaar
03/03	Vitesse	0 - 1	AZ Alkmaar
07/01	AZ Alkmaar	1 - 1	Vitesse

Eredivisie standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	PSV Eindhoven	29	25	3	1	89	17	72	78
2	Feyenoord	29	21	6	2	76	23	53	69
3	Twente	29	18	6	5	55	28	27	60
4	AZ Alkmaar	29	15	7	7	56	33	23	52
5	NEC Nijmegen	29	12	10	7	57	42	15	46
6	Ajax	29	12	9	8	61	55	6	45
7	GO Ahead Eagles	29	11	9	9	43	37	6	42
8	Utrecht	28	10	9	9	38	38	0	39
9	Sparta Rotterdam	29	10	7	12	42	41	1	37
10	Fortuna Sittard	29	9	8	12	34	51	-17	35
11	Heerenveen	28	9	6	13	46	53	-7	33
12	Almere City FC	29	7	12	10	28	45	-17	33
13	Heracles	29	9	5	15	40	60	-20	32
14	PEC Zwolle	29	8	7	14	38	56	-18	31
15	Waalwijk	29	6	6	17	27	47	-20	24
16	Excelsior	29	4	10	15	40	64	-24	22
17	FC Volendam	29	4	7	18	30	70	-40	19
18	Vitesse	29	4	5	20	22	62	-40	17