NEC - AZ Alkmaar predictions

NEC have their work cut out for them if they want to beat AZ Alkmaar. They are widely considered to be the weaker team – though the difference is not huge, to be fair. Overall, it’s shaping up to be an exciting showdown.

AZ Alkmaar will have to maintain the high level of focus against NEC. They can’t afford any mistakes and errors if they plan to run away home with three points in the bag.

NEC are eager to prove that SC Heerenveen was just a glitch in the matrix as they prepare for the Sunday clash. The previous game did not go their way from the off as they trailed after 45 minutes and never managed to recover from it.

AZ Alkmaar manager will need to find a way to lift his team’s spirits after n unexpected home draw in the last round against PEC Zwolle. The hosts went ahead in the first half but ultimately failed to justify the favourites’ tag after letting their opponents get equalized and closed the game with a 2:2.

The first step NEC need to make to improve is to shore up their defences. With more than 5 goals conceded over the last 3 matches, it seems to be the main aspect of play holding them back.

Maintaining their defences has been a bit of a struggle for AZ Alkmaar lately. They ended up conceding 5 goals over the 3 most recent matches alone, leaving many fans disappointed.

With no injuries or suspensions, both teams will have their full rosters available for an exciting showdown.

While it’s risky as far as betting predictions go, a Draw/Away bet in the Half Time/Full Time market is the best place to find betting value in this match. Simply put, the 3.20 odds outweigh the relatively small implied probability.