On 04.04.2026, the Netherlands Eredivisie features AZ Alkmaar taking on Fortuna Sittard. As AZ Alkmaar looks to solidify their position, Fortuna Sittard aims to upset. Our detailed preview covers all angles from tactical approaches to player performances. Bet on AZ Alkmaar with our expert advice!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Twente | 28 | 12 | 11 | 5 | 47/30 | 47 |
| 6 | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 47/45 | 42 |
| 7 | Utrecht | 28 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 42/31 | 41 |
| 10 | Groningen | 28 | 11 | 5 | 12 | 40/37 | 38 |
| 11 | Fortuna Sittard | 28 | 10 | 5 | 13 | 43/52 | 35 |
| 12 | PEC Zwolle | 28 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 38/53 | 33 |
Key Player Statistics: AZ Alkmaar vs Fortuna Sittard
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x 1 x 7 x 9AZ Alkmaar vs Fortuna Sittard Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | AZ Alkmaar | 21.12.2025 | 4-3 |
| Eredivisie | AZ Alkmaar | Fortuna Sittard | 23.02.2025 | 1-0 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | AZ Alkmaar | 06.10.2024 | 1-0 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | AZ Alkmaar | 17.02.2024 | 1-2 |
| Eredivisie | AZ Alkmaar | Fortuna Sittard | 01.10.2023 | 4-0 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | AZ Alkmaar | 16.04.2023 | 0-3 |
| Eredivisie | AZ Alkmaar | Fortuna Sittard | 22.01.2023 | 3-1 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | AZ Alkmaar | 16.01.2022 | 1-2 |
| Eredivisie | AZ Alkmaar | Fortuna Sittard | 02.12.2021 | 2-1 |
| Eredivisie | AZ Alkmaar | Fortuna Sittard | 08.05.2021 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eredivisie | Groningen | AZ Alkmaar | 22.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | Sparta Praha | AZ Alkmaar | 19.03.2026 | 0-4 |
| Eredivisie | AZ Alkmaar | Heracles | 15.03.2026 | 4-0 |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | AZ Alkmaar | Sparta Praha | 12.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eredivisie | PSV Eindhoven | AZ Alkmaar | 07.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| KNVB Beker | AZ Alkmaar | Telstar | 04.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eredivisie | Utrecht | AZ Alkmaar | 01.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | AZ Alkmaar | FC Noah | 26.02.2026 | 4-0 |
| Eredivisie | AZ Alkmaar | Sparta Rotterdam | 22.02.2026 | 3-1 |
| UEFA Europa Conference League | FC Noah | AZ Alkmaar | 19.02.2026 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | Twente | 21.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Eredivisie | FC Volendam | Fortuna Sittard | 14.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | Telstar | 08.03.2026 | 1-4 |
| Eredivisie | NEC Nijmegen | Fortuna Sittard | 28.02.2026 | 2-3 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | Excelsior | 20.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eredivisie | Ajax | Fortuna Sittard | 14.02.2026 | 4-1 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | Sparta Rotterdam | 07.02.2026 | 2-2 |
| Eredivisie | Heracles | Fortuna Sittard | 01.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| Eredivisie | Groningen | Fortuna Sittard | 25.01.2026 | 1-2 |
| Eredivisie | Fortuna Sittard | PSV Eindhoven | 17.01.2026 | 1-2 |
Comparative Team Statistics: AZ Alkmaar VS Fortuna Sittard
Last 20 Matches Statistics: AZ Alkmaar vs Fortuna Sittard
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: AZ Alkmaar vs Fortuna Sittard
htmlThere's unfinished business here. Back in December, Fortuna Sittard pulled off one of the shocks of the Eredivisie season — a wild 4-3 victory over AZ Alkmaar on their own patch. Now AZ get the chance to settle the score, and you can bet they haven't forgotten it.
AZ sit sixth in the table with 42 points from 28 games. Fortuna are eleventh with 35. On paper, this looks straightforward. But don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that this is a walkover.
Here's what you need to watch for — these two sides simply cannot stop scoring against each other. Their last head-to-head produced seven goals. The one before that, in February 2025, was a tight 1-0. Go back further and you find a 4-0, a 3-0, a 3-1. This fixture has a history of going big or going tense. There's rarely a dull middle ground.
AZ's form is genuinely impressive in patches. They demolished Heracles 4-0, beat Sparta Praha 4-0 away in Europe, and are still alive in the Conference League. But they've also lost three of their last five Eredivisie matches, including a painful 3-0 defeat to Groningen just days ago. That inconsistency is a real concern.
Here's the surprising statistical insight that casual fans are missing — Fortuna have actually conceded 52 league goals this season, yet they've scored 43. They don't just lose games. They trade blows. Their last six results include a 4-1 hammering from Telstar at home, but also wins away at Volendam and NEC Nijmegen. Chaotic doesn't begin to cover it.
The key individual battle is one I'm genuinely excited about. Troy Parrott has 14 Eredivisie goals this season for AZ. He's sharp, he's clinical, and he'll be licking his lips against a Fortuna defence that leaks chances. On the other side, Mohamed Ihattaren is listed as questionable with an injury concern. That is massive. Ihattaren leads Fortuna with ten assists this season. Lose him and Fortuna lose their creative heartbeat.
From a betting perspective, AZ are priced at 1.45 to win, which feels about right given the home advantage and Fortuna's defensive fragility. But the real value I see is in the goals market. Both teams to score looks very attractive given this fixture's history and both sides' tendencies to attack and defend poorly at the same time. Over 2.5 goals has written itself.
I'll go further with a specific prediction — Parrott scores before the hour mark, and Fortuna grab a consolation late on to keep things interesting. Final score: AZ Alkmaar 3-1 Fortuna Sittard.
AZ need this win to keep their European push alive. Fortuna need points to stay comfortable in mid-table. Both sides have reasons to go for it. That's exactly the kind of match that delivers. Set your alarms. This one won't be boring.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Zoet | Netherlands | 35 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 88 |
| J. Clasie | Netherlands | 34 | Midfielder | 169 | 68 |
| S. Mijnans | Netherlands | 26 | Midfielder | 190 | 70 |
| H. Verhulst | Netherlands | 33 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 92 |
| P. Koopmeiners | Netherlands | 25 | Midfielder | 186 | 79 |
| M. de Wit | Netherlands | 27 | Defender | 181 | 80 |
| T. Parrott | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Attacker | 185 | 78 |
| K. Belić | Serbia | 25 | Midfielder | 177 | 75 |
| Alexandre Penetra | Portugal | 24 | Defender | 186 | 73 |
| D. Kasius | Netherlands | 23 | Defender | 186 | 74 |
| S. Maikuma | Japan | 28 | Defender | 179 | 69 |
| M. Lahdo | Sweden | 23 | Attacker | 171 | 76 |
| Z. Buurmeester | Netherlands | 23 | Midfielder | 182 | 65 |
| I. Jensen | Denmark | 22 | Attacker | 185 | 91 |
| M. Dekker | Netherlands | 21 | Defender | 190 | 80 |
| E. Poku | Netherlands | 22 | Midfielder | 173 | 63 |
| W. Goes | Netherlands | 21 | Defender | 187 | 75 |
| R. Daal | Netherlands | 21 | Midfielder | 173 | 74 |
| M. Meerdink | Netherlands | 22 | Attacker | 182 | 69 |
| K. Smit | Netherlands | 20 | Midfielder | 180 | 66 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Ihattaren | Netherlands | 24 | Midfielder | 183 | 77 |
| D. Sinkgraven | Netherlands | 30 | Defender | 179 | 67 |
| A. Halilović | Croatia | 29 | Midfielder | 169 | 69 |
| D. Limnios | Greece | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 71 |
| Ivo Pinto | Portugal | 36 | Defender | 182 | 75 |
| K. Peterson | Sweden | 31 | Attacker | 185 | 78 |
| M. Branderhorst | Netherlands | 32 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 88 |
| P. Gladon | Netherlands | 34 | Attacker | 188 | 83 |
| K. Sierhuis | Netherlands | 27 | Attacker | 180 | 83 |
| J. Lonwijk | Netherlands | 26 | Midfielder | 189 | 76 |
| S. Adewoye | Belgium | 25 | Defender | 181 | 81 |
| J. Dahlhaus | Netherlands | 24 | Defender | 176 | 73 |
| M. Aïko | France | 25 | Attacker | 180 | n/a |
| Justin Quincy Hubner | Netherlands | 22 | Defender | 187 | 72 |
| P. Brittijn | Netherlands | 22 | Midfielder | 182 | 74 |
| R. Fosso | Switzerland | 23 | Midfielder | 183 | 70 |
| Luka Tunjic | Germany | 20 | Midfielder | 183 | n/a |
| Boaz Broekmans | Netherlands | 19 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Dean Bisschops | Netherlands | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Ramazan Bayram | Netherlands | 21 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
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