AZ Alkmaar vs Willem II: Unbeaten Eredivisie Leaders Clash

AZ AlkmaarALK

Jordy Clasie 32'

Eredivisie

1–1

Full Time

HT 1–0

AFAS Stadion

Alkmaar

Willem IIWIL

Devin Haen 81'

AI ForecastsGraded

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AZ Alkmaar's flawless start, with five wins and 16 goals, has propelled them to the top of the Eredivisie, while newly promoted Willem II have just one point and have conceded 13 times. The visitors were surprise winners in Alkmaar last November, but their current defensive disarray and a five-match winless run make a repeat unlikely. Alkmaar's fluid 4-2-3-1 should control possession and create a host of chances, though the hosts' tendency to concede at home—just one clean sheet in their last five there—gives Willem II hope of a consolation goal.

Match ResultHome Win77%

Alkmaar's perfect record and goal difference of plus eleven dwarf a Willem II side that has already shipped 13 goals and lost three of four.

Win or DrawHome or Draw92%

Willem II's lone point came at home against a side of similar stature, and they have lost every away contest this term, conceding four goals in the process.

Total Goals3 or more goals75%

Home matches in Alkmaar average over four goals, and five of their last six overall contained at least three; Willem II's only away trip saw five goals.

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Match Stats

Top Stats

3.14xG1.23

67%Possession33%

22 (5)Shots (on target)8 (2)

3Big Chances Created1

Attacking Play

0.00xG on Target0.00

0.00Expected Assists (xA)0.00

62Final Third Entries44

51Penalty Area Entries18

Possession & Passing

677 · –Passes (accuracy)341 · –

11Corners2

15Poss. Won — Def 3rd13

29Poss. Won — Mid 3rd12

Duels & Pressing

50 (55%)Duels Won41 (45%)

18 (56%)Aerial Duels Won14 (44%)

53Ball Recoveries36

13.3PPDA (Pressing)14.6

Defending & Discipline

1Saves4

7Fouls8

-1.00Goals Prevented-1.00

AZ Alkmaar vs Willem II: Unbeaten Eredivisie Leaders Clash

Published Sun 6 Sept

AZ Alkmaar face Willem II in round six of the Eredivisie regular season on Friday, 11 September 2026. The match will be played at the AFAS Stadion in Alkmaar, where the early-season leaders look to extend their perfect start against a struggling visiting side.

AZ Alkmaar Form Guide

AZ Alkmaar sit at the summit of the Eredivisie with a flawless record of 15 points from their opening five matches. They are riding a formidable 17-match unbeaten streak across all competitions, carrying significant momentum into the autumn. Recent outings have showcased their immense attacking firepower. They come into this fixture on the back of a thrilling 3-2 victory over Heerenveen, which followed a comprehensive 5-2 success against Go Ahead Eagles where Lewis Schouten was also on the scoresheet. Their goal difference of +11 highlights their dominance at both ends of the pitch.

Willem II Form and New Arrivals

In stark contrast to their hosts, Willem II have endured a difficult start to the Eredivisie campaign. They currently languish near the foot of the table, having managed just one point from their opening four league fixtures and conceding nine goals in the process. However, that solitary point came from a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Heerenveen, providing a modest foundation to build upon. Seeking to address their early struggles, the visitors have looked to the transfer market, securing the loan signing of highly-rated teenage striker Chido Obi from Manchester United.

Team News and Injury Latest

AZ Alkmaar must navigate this fixture without defender Denso Kasius, who is sidelined with a groin problem, and Stije Resink, who continues his long-term recovery from an ACL injury. They will instead look to their in-form players to make the difference. Left-back Mateo Chavez has been a standout performer, registering one goal and three assists already this term, including a spectacular strike against Go Ahead Eagles. Winger Ro-Zangelo Daal also brings significant momentum after netting a brace in that same match. Willem II travel to Alkmaar with several selection headaches, as S. Simons, T. Didillon, A. Lachkar, and A. Culum are all listed as unavailable for the visitors.

Maintaining their 100 percent league record will be the priority for AZ Alkmaar as they aim to solidify their early title credentials before the schedule intensifies. For Willem II, attempting to climb out of the relegation zone remains the immediate goal as they prepare for a challenging run of domestic fixtures.