NEC Nijmegen vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction (29.03.2025)

AZ continue their fight for a place in the Europa League qualifiers and will try to get back on the winning track during their visit to NEC. The guests are in sixth place, but are three points behind the fourth position. They entered this round after a dramatic 2-2 draw against Ajax and will certainly be looking for a win to not lose pace in the battle for a place in Europe.

The hosts ended their six-match winless streak with a minimal victory over Utrecht in the last round. They have a balanced record of goals scored and conceded so far, and their ambition to reach the play-off zone for the Conference League is still alive. However, their home form is unstable - three consecutive matches without a win.

I expect both teams to come out with an offensive mindset. AZ score regularly, but often leave spaces, while NEC have attacking potential, especially at home. My prediction is for a high-scoring match with at least four goals.

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