The AZ Alkmaar vs NEC Nijmegen encounter in the Eredivisie on 31-01-2026 offers unmatched soccer prediction opportunities. Check out our expert tips for understanding BTTS, Over 2.5, and 1X2 markets for effective betting.
Netherlands: Eredivisie
AZ Alkmaar vs NEC Nijmegen
AZ Alkmaar Performance Overview
AZ Alkmaar has achieved 2 wins,
tied in 1 game, and faced 2 losses in their last 5 matches.
In the last five matches that AZ Alkmaar played, there were at least 3 goals scored in 2 matches, while there were fewer than 3 goals in 3 matches.
Both teams managed to score in 3 games. However, in 2 games, the match didn’t end with goals from both sides.
AZ Alkmaar has scored a total of 5 goals and allowed 7 goals in these matches.
NEC Nijmegen Performance Overview
NEC Nijmegen has achieved 3 wins,
tied in 2 games, and faced 0 losses in their last 5 matches.
In the last five matches that NEC Nijmegen played, there were at least 3 goals scored in 5 matches, while there were fewer than 3 goals in 0 matches.
Both teams managed to score in 5 games. However, in 0 games, the match didn’t end with goals from both sides.
NEC Nijmegen has scored a total of 13 goals and allowed 9 goals in these matches.
AZ Alkmaar – Last 5 Matches
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
Telstar
AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar
Excelsior
Zwolle
AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar
FC Volendam
NEC Nijmegen – Last 5 Matches
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
NEC Nijmegen
Zwolle
NAC Breda
NEC Nijmegen
NEC Nijmegen
Ajax
Telstar
NEC Nijmegen
Head to Head Matches
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
3
NEC Nijmegen
AZ Alkmaar
1
NEC Nijmegen
AZ Alkmaar
3
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
0
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
0
AZ Alkmaar – Last 5 Matches
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
AZ Alkmaar
Excelsior
AZ Alkmaar
FC Volendam
AZ Alkmaar
Jagiellonia
AZ Alkmaar
G.A. Eagles
Head to Head Matches
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
3
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
0
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
0
NEC Nijmegen – Last 5 Matches
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
NAC Breda
NEC Nijmegen
Telstar
NEC Nijmegen
FC Volendam
NEC Nijmegen
Feyenoord
NEC Nijmegen
Head to Head Matches
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
3
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
0
AZ Alkmaar
NEC Nijmegen
0
Soccer Predictions
Standings
| # | Club | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  PSV Eindhoven |
21 | 18 | 2 | 1 | 64 | 25 | 39 | 56 | WDWWW |
| 2 | Feyenoord |
21 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 51 | 32 | 19 | 39 | LWLDD |
| 3 | NEC Nijmegen |
20 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 52 | 34 | 18 | 38 | WWWDD |
| 4 | Ajax |
21 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 41 | 28 | 13 | 38 | DWDWD |
| 5 |  Sparta Rotterdam |
21 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 27 | 34 | -7 | 35 | WWWWW |
| 6 | AZ Alkmaar |
21 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 36 | 35 | 1 | 32 | LWDLW |
| 7 |  Twente |
21 | 7 | 10 | 4 | 31 | 24 | 7 | 31 | DDWDD |
| 8 |  Groningen |
21 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 28 | 26 | 2 | 31 | LLWDD |
| 9 | Zwolle |
21 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 30 | 43 | -13 | 26 | WLWDL |
| 10 |  Heerenveen |
20 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 32 | 31 | 1 | 25 | DLDWW |
| 11 |  Sittard |
21 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 31 | 36 | -5 | 25 | LWLDW |
| 12 |  Utrecht |
20 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 30 | 27 | 3 | 24 | DLLLD |
| 13 | Excelsior |
21 | 6 | 5 | 10 | 22 | 37 | -15 | 23 | DDDDL |
| 14 | G.A. Eagles |
20 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 31 | 34 | -3 | 22 | DDDDL |
| 15 | FC Volendam |
21 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 22 | 36 | -14 | 18 | DLWLL |
| 16 |  Heracles |
21 | 5 | 2 | 14 | 30 | 53 | -23 | 17 | WLLLL |
| 17 | NAC Breda |
21 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 23 | 34 | -11 | 16 | DDLDL |
| 18 | Telstar |
21 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 25 | 37 | -12 | 16 | LLDLW |
What Can We Expect? AZ Alkmaar Takes on NEC Nijmegen!
The countdown has begun for 31-01-2026, when AZ Alkmaar faces NEC Nijmegen in the Eredivisie. Both teams are ready to put on a show in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
What to Watch For
Will AZ Alkmaar assert their dominance at home, or can NEC Nijmegen rise above expectations to secure an away victory? A draw remains a possibility. Popular predictions, like Both Teams to Score (BTTS) and Over 2.5 goals, point to a game full of excitement.
Key Battles
Looking at their history, AZ Alkmaar has the edge in recent form, but NEC Nijmegen is no stranger to overcoming challenges on the road. Both teams bring plenty of talent to the field.
Kickoff is fast approaching—be ready for an unforgettable match!