AZ Alkmaar 1-0 Telstar: result and AI prediction

AZ Alkmaar – Telstar, Eredivisie, Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 01:30 PM (GMT). Venue: AFAS Stadion(Alkmaar)

AZ Alkmaar is #2 in the table (16 pts) and Telstar #12 (5 pts). 10 places separate the two teams in the table. AZ Alkmaar is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Telstar has not won any of its last 5 matches. AZ Alkmaar averages 2.8 goals per match this season. Last 3 head-to-head meetings: AZ Alkmaar 3, draws 0, Telstar 0.

AZ AlkmaarAZ Alkmaar
Final score1 - 0
TelstarTelstar
AI predicted: 3-1 · Final score: 1-0✓ Correct outcome

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

AZ return to Alkmaar looking to reset after a midweek European setback, with their league form and attacking depth still placing them in a strong position. Telstar have recently shown defensive resolve, especially in their draw at Heerenveen, but their lack of open-play threat makes a long rearguard action likely. The match will hinge on whether AZ turn territorial control into early penalty-area chances, particularly down the left through Chávez and Daal. Resink’s absence and the possibility of rotation after Sunderland are the main checks on an otherwise favourable home picture.

Head-to-head analysis

AZ have won the last three competitive meetings, all by narrow margins, including the KNVB Beker semi-final in Alkmaar. The pattern supports home control but also shows Telstar have generally kept this fixture competitive on the scoreboard.

Injuries and absences

Resink’s confirmed absence removes an AZ midfield option and slightly reduces their capacity to rotate after Europe. Kasius remains a full-back fitness doubt, while Telstar must clarify Koeman Jr’s goalkeeper situation before kick-off.

Form (last 5)

AZ AlkmaarLeague position #2 · 16 ptsW W D
TelstarLeague position #12 · 5 ptsD L D

AZ Alkmaar vs Telstar stats

AZ AlkmaarTelstar
Played66
Goals scored175
Goals conceded611
Clean sheets21

Last meetings

  • 2026-03-04AZ Alkmaar 2-1 Telstar
  • 2026-01-25Telstar 0-1 AZ Alkmaar
  • 2025-10-05AZ Alkmaar 2-1 Telstar

Unavailable players

AZ Alkmaar

S. Resink, D. Kasius

Telstar

R. Koeman Jr

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