Twente vs AZ Alkmaar: Eredivisie Prediction (15.05.2025)

On May 15, 2025, at 1:00 WIB, Twente will host AZ Alkmaar in a closely contested Eredivisie fixture. Both teams sit next to each other in the standings and have already secured their spots in the UEFA Conference League play-offs.

Twente – Solid at Fifth, Playing Without Pressure

The Tukkers occupy fifth place and are guaranteed a place in the play-offs. With no realistic chance to climb higher, the players can focus on enjoying the game without pressure.

Much of Twente’s attacking rhythm relies on Sam Steijn, the 24-year-old Dutch midfielder. In the previous match against Utrecht, Steijn didn’t score but contributed an assist, bringing his Eredivisie tally to 24 goals and 6 assists. However, Sam Lammers, one of their main forwards, remains sidelined due to injury.

AZ Alkmaar – Defensive Stability on the Road

AZ Alkmaar, right behind Twente in the standings, also secured their play-off spot but can’t move higher than fifth. Maarten Martens’ side plays with less attacking flair but is tactically more solid defensively.

Away from home, AZ has had a mixed record — winning 7, drawing 5, and losing 4 out of 16 matches. Their away goal difference is positive at 25:18, showing a balanced approach. However, the participation of their top scorer Troy Parrott (14 goals, 2 assists) is in doubt due to injury.

Head-to-Head and Prediction

In their last five head-to-head matches, both teams have won twice, with one draw. AZ claimed the last two encounters, including a 1–0 win in the first round of the current season. Both teams scored in 4 of the last 5 meetings.

Prediction

Given both teams’ attacking potential and relaxed approach, we expect a high-scoring match. A good betting option is Over 2.5 total goals, offered at odds of 1.74.