Eredivisie - Netherlands
Sat, 14 February 2026 - 17:45 Stadium: Stadion Woudestein
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Excelsior vs AZ Alkmaar
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Sat, 14 February 2026 - 17:45 Stadium: Stadion Woudestein

Prediction: Excelsior vs AZ Alkmaar Betting Tips

Match preview and betting tips

On February 14, 2026, Excelsior hosts AZ Alkmaar at Stadion Woudestein in a key Eredivisie clash. The main lean is for AZ to secure at least a draw in a low-scoring game. Explore the best odds, value picks, and betting insights for this fixture.

Excelsior vs AZ Alkmaar Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

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Match Winner Draw or AZ Alkmaar Tipstrike Odd: 3.60
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Goals Over/Under Under 2.5 Tipstrike Odd: 1.62
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Both Teams Score Yes Tipstrike Odd: 1.54

Eredivisie Detailed Statistics

Standings
# Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
6 AZ Alkmaar AZ Alkmaar 25 11 6 8 42 40 2 39 L W W D L
15 Excelsior Excelsior 25 7 5 13 26 42 -16 26 L L L W D
Excelsior Team Logo Excelsior Stats
Excelsior Team Logo Excelsior
MP W D L
Overall 25 7 5 13
Home 13 4 2 7
Away 12 3 3 6
Excelsior Team Logo Excelsior
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 20% 56% 24%
Home 23% 54% 23%
Away 17% 58% 25%
AZ Alkmaar Team Logo AZ Alkmaar Stats
AZ Alkmaar Team Logo AZ Alkmaar
MP W D L
Overall 25 11 6 8
Home 12 5 5 2
Away 13 6 1 6
AZ Alkmaar Team Logo AZ Alkmaar
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 20% 72% 8%
Home 8% 92% 0%
Away 31% 54% 15%
Under/Over: Goals Scored (Matches)
Over Under
Excelsior Team Logo Excelsior
AZ Alkmaar Team Logo AZ Alkmaar
Excelsior Team Logo Excelsior
AZ Alkmaar Team Logo AZ Alkmaar
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Under/Over: Goals Conceded (Matches)
Over Under
Excelsior Team Logo Excelsior
AZ Alkmaar Team Logo AZ Alkmaar
Excelsior Team Logo Excelsior
AZ Alkmaar Team Logo AZ Alkmaar
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Match setup overview

Excelsior hosts AZ Alkmaar at Stadion Woudestein on February 14, 2026. Both teams have recent form fluctuations but AZ's stronger recent results and historical dominance give them a slight edge. Injuries to key players may constrain Excelsior's attacking options.

Team news insights

Excelsior faces injuries and doubts with N. Naujoks questionable, potentially impacting their attacking edge. AZ's squad remains relatively intact, though they miss Clasie, Kasius, and S. Mijnans, which could influence their midfield stability.

Match game-state scenarios

In the upcoming match between Excelsior and AZ Alkmaar, AZ is slightly favored to win with a 45% chance, supported by their recent form and previous head-to-head results. Expect a tight contest with defensive discipline likely to be crucial.

Tactical betting angle

AZ's solid defense and disciplined midfield could see them control the game tempo, favoring under goals markets. Excelsior's recent goal-scoring variance points to cautious play possibly resulting in fewer goals, making under markets attractive.

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The prediction is based on recent form, head-to-head results, injury reports, and expert analysis.

AZ Alkmaar is slightly favored to win, with a good chance of a draw, supported by a 45% probability. The predicted scoreline is around 1-1, indicating a close contest.

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