PSV vs AZ: match statistics
PSV displays impressive form as the table leader with 21 wins this season and a 75% win rate at their own stadium. The hosts score an average of 3.25 goals per home match, with only 8% of games ending without a goal, confirming their offensive dominance. AZ shows weaker disposition on the road with 46% of matches lost and a negative goal difference (-2). Although both teams have identical PPG (1.8) in the last five matches, PSV possesses significantly better xG statistics (2.27 vs 1.68) and ball possession (63% vs 55%). The difference in quality between the two squads, especially in the context of the home advantage, points to a certain victory for PSV.
PSV vs AZ: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
PSV played against AZ in Eredivisie (Netherlands). The game was played on March 7, 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Recent form
PSV has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.40 points per game. AZ has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
PSV scores 2.92 goals per game and allows 1.20. AZ scores 1.68 and allows 1.60. Games in this league average 3.18 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 72% of PSV's games and 72% of AZ's. The Over 2.5 rates are 84% and 64%, compared with league averages of 64% for BTTS and 62% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
PSV has the higher season xG average, 2.09 to 1.72 per game. PSV takes 18.0 shots per game, while AZ takes 15.4.
First-half and second-half trends
PSV leads at halftime in 60% of its games and scores 1.32 goals per game after halftime. AZ leads at halftime in 28% and scores 0.84 after halftime.
When the teams score
PSV's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (15 goals). For AZ, it is minutes 31-45+ (10 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Eredivisie games average 3.18 goals. Both teams score in 64% of games, and 62% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 6.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
PSV displays impressive form as the table leader with 21 wins this season and a 75% win rate at their own stadium. The hosts score an average of 3.25 goals per home match, with only 8% of games ending without a goal, confirming their offensive dominance. AZ shows weaker disposition on the road with 46% of matches lost and a negative goal difference (-2). Although both teams have identical PPG (1.8) in the last five matches, PSV possesses significantly better xG statistics (2.27 vs 1.68) and ball possession (63% vs 55%). The difference in quality between the two squads, especially in the context of the home advantage, points to a certain victory for PSV.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| PSV | AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 40% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.40 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
PSV is 71% better for: last-5 form.
2.4 pts / game - PSV · 1.4 pts / game - AZ
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
PSV is 74% better for: goals scored per game.
2.92 goals / game - PSV · 1.68 goals / game - AZ
PSV is 33% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.2 goals / game - PSV · 1.6 goals / game - AZ
PSV scores in 96% of games (24 of 25 meczów), while AZ keeps a clean sheet in 20% (5 of 25 meczów).
AZ scores in 92% of games (23 of 25 meczów), while PSV keeps a clean sheet in 24% (6 of 25 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - PSV
Over / Under - AZ
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
PSV is 59% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
2.04 pts / game - PSV · 1.28 pts / game - AZ
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
PSV - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 60% of games and wins 84%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
AZ - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 28% of games and wins 44%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +5 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -4 | +3 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (15 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +8 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (10 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
PSV
AZ
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Eredivisie).
Teams vs league
| PSV | Liga | AZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 4.12 | 3.18 | • 3.28 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 72% | 64% | ▲ 72% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 84% | 62% | ▲ 64% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 24% | 19% | • 20% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 96% | 81% | ▼ 72% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 88% | 84% | ▲ 88% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from PSV's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against AZ. Games average 6.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of PSV vs AZ?
The Eredivisie match finished PSV 2:1 AZ. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before PSV vs AZ?
PSV score 2.92 goals per game on average and AZ 1.68. The Eredivisie average is 3.18 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 62% of games. Both teams score in 72% of PSV's matches and 72% of AZ's.
What form are PSV and AZ in?
Over the last 5 games PSV have a 4-0-1 record (2.40 points per game) and AZ 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for PSV vs AZ?
The statistical background for PSV vs AZ — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.