Groningen vs AZ: match statistics
AZ is clearly in better form in their last five matches, averaging 2.4 points per game and winning four out of five matches, while Groningen averages only 0.8 points per game with just one win. Although Groningen performs decently at home (38% win rate, +6 goal difference), AZ has a similar away win percentage (43%) and a significantly better recent goal record (13 scored, 4 conceded). xG statistics show that both teams create a similar number of chances, but AZ's current form tips the scales in their favor. Groningen's last five home matches feature an unconvincing run with three defeats, further weakening their position. Considering all factors, an away win seems the most probable scenario, although Groningen as the home side might put up resistance.
Groningen vs AZ: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Groningen played AZ in Eredivisie (Netherlands). The match was played on 22 March 2026. Final score: 3:0.
Current form
Groningen: 1-1-3, 0.80 points/match. AZ: 3-0-2, 1.80 points/match.
Goal statistics
Groningen scores 1.37 and concedes 1.37 goals per match. AZ scores 1.74 and concedes 1.56. League average: 3.20 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Groningen 56%, AZ 70%. Over 2.5: Groningen 52%, AZ 67%. League level: BTTS 64%, Over 2.5 62%.
xG, shots and style
Groningen has higher xG: 1.75 vs 1.71. Groningen: 15.9 shots per match, AZ: 15.3.
Match halves
Groningen: half-time lead 22%, second-half goals 0.78. AZ: half-time lead 30%, second-half goals 0.85.
Goals by minute
Groningen: 76-90+ (10 goals). AZ: 31-45+ (11 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Eredivisie: 3.20 goals per match, BTTS 64%, Over 2.5 62%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 0-0-1. Average goals 5.00, BTTS 100%.
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
AZ is clearly in better form in their last five matches, averaging 2.4 points per game and winning four out of five matches, while Groningen averages only 0.8 points per game with just one win. Although Groningen performs decently at home (38% win rate, +6 goal difference), AZ has a similar away win percentage (43%) and a significantly better recent goal record (13 scored, 4 conceded). xG statistics show that both teams create a similar number of chances, but AZ's current form tips the scales in their favor. Groningen's last five home matches feature an unconvincing run with three defeats, further weakening their position. Considering all factors, an away win seems the most probable scenario, although Groningen as the home side might put up resistance.
View the statistical overviewHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current season.
Shooting quality
| Groningen | AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 37% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.24 | 0.30 |
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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
AZ is 125% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / match - Groningen · 1.8 pts / match - 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.
AZ is 27% better for: goals scored per match.
1.37 goals / match - Groningen · 1.74 goals / match - AZ
Groningen is 14% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.37 goals / match - Groningen · 1.56 goals / match - AZ
Groningen scores in 78% of matches (21 of 27 matches), while AZ keeps a clean sheet in 22% (6 of 27 matches).
AZ scores in 93% of matches (25 of 27 matches), while Groningen keeps a clean sheet in 26% (7 of 27 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Groningen
Over / Under - AZ
1st half
2nd half
Match 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.
AZ is 6% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.26 pts / match - Groningen · 1.33 pts / match - AZ
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Groningen - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 22% of matches and wins 37%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.3 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
AZ - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 30% of matches and wins 44%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.00 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Average goals in match | 1.2 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.00 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 1.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Average goals in match | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +5 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (10 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (11 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). 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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Groningen
AZ
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Eredivisie).
Teams vs league
| Groningen | Liga | AZ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▼ 2.74 | 3.20 | • 3.30 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 56% | 64% | ▲ 70% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 52% | 62% | ▲ 67% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 26% | 19% | ▲ 22% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 63% | 82% | ▼ 74% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 93% | 85% | ▲ 89% |
^ 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
Substitutes
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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Previous meeting: Groningen 0 - 0 - 1 AZ. Average goals 5.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Groningen vs AZ?
The Eredivisie match finished Groningen 3:0 AZ. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Groningen vs AZ?
Groningen score 1.37 goals per game on average and AZ 1.74. The Eredivisie average is 3.20 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 62% of games. Both teams score in 56% of Groningen's matches and 70% of AZ's.
What form are Groningen and AZ in?
Over the last 5 games Groningen have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and AZ 3-0-2 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Groningen vs AZ?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Groningen vs AZ: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.