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Welcome to our Telstar vs AZ Alkmaar prediction, where we break down this Eredivisie encounter with a blend of stats, insights, and a dash of humor. As Telstar welcomes AZ Alkmaar to the BUKO Stadion on January 25, 2026, fans and punters alike are eager to see if the newly-promoted hosts can stand their ground against one of the league’s most consistent outfits. Let’s dive into the tactics, team news, and betting tips that matter for this intriguing match-up.
Telstar, fresh from their promotion, are set for a stern test. Their home at the BUKO Stadion has seen its fair share of drama, and their recent 0:0 draw away at Twente (despite odds of 8.7 for a win) shows they have the grit to frustrate bigger opponents. However, with a squad valued at just €9.70m, they face a real David vs Goliath scenario against AZ Alkmaar, whose squad is worth a whopping €146.87m.
AZ Alkmaar, meanwhile, have shown resilience on the road, holding PSV Eindhoven to a 2:2 draw in their last away fixture—again, defying the odds. Their tactical approach is all about controlling possession and creating chances, and with an expected 60% share of the ball and 16 shots projected, they’ll look to pin Telstar back from the first whistle.
Now, let’s get to the numbers that matter for your bets. Our Telstar vs AZ Alkmaar prediction leans heavily towards the visitors, and for good reason. The odds for an away win sit at 2.18, while the draw is priced at 3.8 and a home win at a tempting 3.8. But before you get carried away dreaming of a Telstar upset, let’s see what the stats and our AI-driven model say.
The expected scoreline at half-time is 1:1, suggesting Telstar might keep things interesting early on before AZ’s class tells in the second half. With AZ expected to have 16 shots (6 on target) to Telstar’s 9 (3 on target), the away side’s attacking depth should eventually break through. The predicted 10 corners (7 for AZ) also point to sustained pressure from the visitors.
To sum up our Telstar vs AZ Alkmaar prediction: while Telstar have shown they can punch above their weight, AZ Alkmaar’s experience, squad value, and attacking stats make them strong favorites. The best betting tips for this match are:
If you’re feeling adventurous, a correct score punt on 2:3 could spice up your Saturday morning. But as always, football has a way of surprising us—just ask Telstar after that draw in Twente! For more head to head stats, betting tips, and Eredivisie predictions, keep it locked on NerdyTips.
Welcome to our Telstar vs AZ Alkmaar prediction, where we break down this Eredivisie encounter with a blend of stats, insights, and a dash of humor. As Telstar welcomes AZ Alkmaar to the BUKO Stadion on January 25, 2026, fans and punters alike are eager to see if the newly-promoted hosts can stand their ground against one of the league’s most consistent outfits. Let’s dive into the tactics, team news, and betting tips that matter for this intriguing match-up.
Telstar, fresh from their promotion, are set for a stern test. Their home at the BUKO Stadion has seen its fair share of drama, and their recent 0:0 draw away at Twente (despite odds of 8.7 for a win) shows they have the grit to frustrate bigger opponents. However, with a squad valued at just €9.70m, they face a real David vs Goliath scenario against AZ Alkmaar, whose squad is worth a whopping €146.87m.
AZ Alkmaar, meanwhile, have shown resilience on the road, holding PSV Eindhoven to a 2:2 draw in their last away fixture—again, defying the odds. Their tactical approach is all about controlling possession and creating chances, and with an expected 60% share of the ball and 16 shots projected, they’ll look to pin Telstar back from the first whistle.
Now, let’s get to the numbers that matter for your bets. Our Telstar vs AZ Alkmaar prediction leans heavily towards the visitors, and for good reason. The odds for an away win sit at 2.18, while the draw is priced at 3.8 and a home win at a tempting 3.8. But before you get carried away dreaming of a Telstar upset, let’s see what the stats and our AI-driven model say.
The expected scoreline at half-time is 1:1, suggesting Telstar might keep things interesting early on before AZ’s class tells in the second half. With AZ expected to have 16 shots (6 on target) to Telstar’s 9 (3 on target), the away side’s attacking depth should eventually break through. The predicted 10 corners (7 for AZ) also point to sustained pressure from the visitors.
To sum up our Telstar vs AZ Alkmaar prediction: while Telstar have shown they can punch above their weight, AZ Alkmaar’s experience, squad value, and attacking stats make them strong favorites. The best betting tips for this match are:
If you’re feeling adventurous, a correct score punt on 2:3 could spice up your Saturday morning. But as always, football has a way of surprising us—just ask Telstar after that draw in Twente! For more head to head stats, betting tips, and Eredivisie predictions, keep it locked on NerdyTips.
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X2 -270
AZ Alkmaar to win or draw with odds of -2702 118
AZ Alkmaar is expected to win with odds of 118Over 2.5 -149
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -172
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&O1.5 -169
Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1:1
2:3
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AZ Alkmaar |
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2:1
| Telstar ![]() |
| 31 Jan |
Zwolle.
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| Telstar.
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| 25 Jan | L |
Telstar.
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0:1
| AZ Alkmaar.
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| 17 Jan | D |
Excelsior.
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2:2
| Telstar.
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| 14 Jan | W |
Almere City.
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1:3
| Telstar.
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| 11 Jan | L |
Telstar.
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2:3
| Ajax.
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| 05 Jan | D |
Marbella.
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0:0
| Telstar.
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| 05 Jan | D |
Malaga.
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0:0
| Telstar.
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| 20 Dec | W |
NAC Breda.
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0:1
| Telstar.
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| 16 Dec | W |
Hoek.
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1:4
| Telstar.
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| 13 Dec | D |
Telstar.
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2:2
| Nijmegen.
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| 31 Jan | AZ Alkmaar. |
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Nijmegen.![]() | |
| 25 Jan | W | Telstar. |
0:1 |
AZ Alkmaar.![]() |
| 21 Jan | D | AZ Alkmaar. |
1:1 |
Excelsior.![]() |
| 17 Jan | L | Zwolle. |
3:1 |
AZ Alkmaar.![]() |
| 14 Jan | W | AZ Alkmaar. |
6:0 |
Ajax.![]() |
| 10 Jan | W | AZ Alkmaar. |
1:0 |
FC Volendam.![]() |
| 21 Dec | L | Sittard. |
4:3 |
AZ Alkmaar.![]() |
| 18 Dec | D | AZ Alkmaar. |
0:0 |
Jagiellonia.![]() |
| 11 Dec | W | Drita. |
0:3 |
AZ Alkmaar.![]() |
| 07 Dec | D | AZ Alkmaar. |
2:2 |
G.A. Eagles.![]() |
Netherlands - Eredivisie| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
PSV Eindhoven | 20 | 61-25 | 53 |
| 2 |
Feyenoord | 20 | 51-29 | 39 |
| 3 |
Ajax | 20 | 39-26 | 37 |
| 4 |
NEC Nijmegen | 19 | 49-33 | 35 |
| 5 |
AZ Alkmaar | 20 | 35-32 | 32 |
| 6 |
Sparta | 20 | 25-34 | 32 |
| 7 |
Groningen | 20 | 28-24 | 31 |
| 8 |
Twente | 20 | 29-22 | 30 |
| 9 |
Fortuna | 20 | 30-34 | 25 |
| 10 |
Heerenveen | 19 | 31-30 | 24 |
| 11 |
Utrecht | 19 | 29-26 | 23 |
| 12 |
PEC Zwolle | 20 | 26-42 | 23 |
| 13 |
Excelsior | 20 | 20-35 | 22 |
| 14 |
GO Ahead | 19 | 30-33 | 21 |
| 15 |
FC Volendam | 20 | 21-35 | 17 |
| 16 |
Telstar | 20 | 24-33 | 16 |
| 17 |
NAC Breda | 20 | 21-32 | 15 |
| 18 |
Heracles | 20 | 28-52 | 14 |