AZ Alkmaar vs N.E.C. Nijmegen

The match between AZ Alkmaar and N.E.C. Nijmegen in the Regular Season of Eredivisie, held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at AFAS Stadion, ended with a score of AZ Alkmaar 1 - 3 N.E.C. Nijmegen.

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Stats for AZ Alkmaar vs. N.E.C. Nijmegen

The game between AZ Alkmaar and N.E.C. Nijmegen ended with a score of AZ Alkmaar 1 - 3 N.E.C. Nijmegen. On 365Scores, you can check all the head-to-head results between these teams. Explore the stats for AZ Alkmaar and N.E.C. Nijmegen, including ball possession, goal kicks, yellow and red cards, and much more!

Possession
48% - 52%Expected Goals
1.42 - 1.22Total Shots
11 - 19Shots On Target
2 - 8Big Chances Created
3 - 2Corners
3 - 3Offsides
2 - 2Passes Completed
278 - 299Red Cards
0 - 0Attacks
64 - 90Shots Off Target
4 - 8Shots Blocked
5 - 3Hit Woodwork
0 - 0Expected Goals On Target
0.92 - 1.45Free Kicks
14 - 15Shots Inside The Box
9 - 10Total Passes
394 - 418Shots Outside Box
2 - 9Big Chances Missed
2 - 2Expected Assists
0.76 - 1.16Crosses Completed
4/7 (57%) - 5/15 (33%)Passes Own Half
192 - 129Passes Opposition Half
209 - 304Long Passes Completed
33/70 (47%) - 29/88 (33%)Throw-Ins
17 - 12Key Passes
10 - 13Passes Into Final Third
45 - 112Backward Passes
48 - 84Goal Kicks
9 - 6Interceptions
10 - 14Expected Goals Conceded
1.22 - 1.42Goalkeeper Saves
5 - 2Tackles Won
10/19 (53%) - 7/11 (64%)Clearances
29 - 21Duels Won
70 - 62Aerial Duels Won
31/56 (55%) - 25/56 (45%)Ground Duels Won
39/76 (51%) - 37/76 (49%)Was Fouled
14 - 15Successful Dribbles
7/15 (47%) - 11/21 (52%)Was Dribbled Past
8 - 10Final Third Possession Won
2 - 5Possession Lost
159 - 166Fouls
15 - 16Yellow Cards
1 - 2Substitutions
5 - 5

Lineups for AZ Alkmaar vs. N.E.C. Nijmegen

The lineups for AZ Alkmaar and N.E.C. Nijmegen were set with the goal of securing victory in this crucial match. Fans closely followed the team selections and absences for this important fixture. The choice of starters and substitutes played a vital role in both teams' preparations. Both AZ Alkmaar and N.E.C. Nijmegen made tactical adjustments to maximise their performance on the pitch.

Home Team: AZ AlkmaarCoach: Lee-Roy Echteld.
Goalkeeper: Jeroen Zoet.
Defenders: Mees de Wit, Maxim Dekker, Wouter Goes, Alexandre Penetra.
Midfielders: Matěj Šín, Peer Koopmeiners, Kasper Boogaard.
Attackers: Ro-Zangelo Daal, Troy Parrott, Isak Jensen.
Subs: Mateo Chávez, Jizz Hornkamp, Seiya Maikuma, Ayoub Oufkir, Ibrahim Sadiq, Elijah Dijkstra, Rome Owusu-Oduro, Weslley Patati, Rio Robbemond, Hobie Verhulst, Billy van Duijl.

Missing Players: Sven Mijnans, Kees Smit, Denso Kasius, Mexx Meerdink, Jordy Clasie.

Away Team: N.E.C. NijmegenCoach: Dick Schreuder.
Goalkeeper: Gonzalo Crettaz.
Defenders: Deveron Fonville, Ahmetcan Kaplan, Eli Dasa.
Midfielders: Kodai Sano, Darko Nejašmić, Sami Ouaissa, Noé Lebreton, Tjaronn Chery.
Attackers: Basar Onal, Bryan Linssen.
Subs: Youssef El Kachati, Virgil Misidjan, Brayann Pereira, Dirk Proper, Philippe Sandler, Jasper Cillessen, Rijk Janse, Kevin Kers, Koki Ogawa, Thomas Ouwejan, Jetro Willems, Sam de Laat.

Missing Players: Bram Nuytinck.

Event Details:

Name: AZ Alkmaar vs. N.E.C. Nijmegen
Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Location: AFAS Stadion
Capacity: 19500