FC Groningen vs AZ Prediction, Preview and Stats

Netherlands flag 2025/2026 Eredivisie, Netherlands
Euroborg Sun, 22 Mar - 3:45 PM
Eredivisie
FC Groningen GRO
3 Winner 0
AZ AZ
Full Time Sun, 22 Mar 3:45 PM
Round 28 Regular Season
Marvin Peersman - 36' (P)
Thom van Bergen - 58'
Tygo Land - 76'
Goal
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CONTEXT

The match has officially finished with FC Groningen securing a 2-0 victory over AZ, building on their 1-0 halftime advantage. This result represents a significant deviation by FC Groningen from pre-match expectations. The market originally favored the stronger AZ side with a 41.3% win probability, giving the hosts just a 34% chance. Consequently, the final outcome was not aligned with the pre-match market. Despite AZ controlling a slight majority of the ball with 53% possession compared to Groningen's 47%, the hosts proved far more dangerous in the final third. FC Groningen generated a superior 2.49 expected goals (xG) against AZ's 1.86 xG. Both teams' attacking efficiency was in line with expectations, meaning the final result was completely consistent with the underlying xG metrics. The flow of the game was contested evenly from a disciplinary standpoint and was not impacted by any major infractions, as zero red cards were shown to either side. Ultimately, FC Groningen overcame their underdog status by maximizing their scoring opportunities and neutralizing AZ's possession advantage.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: FC Groningen showed a significant deviation from the pre-match structural baseline.
  • Efficiency shift: Possession-adjusted chance creation was in line with projected levels.
  • xG alignment: The final outcome was consistent with expected goal differential.
  • Market alignment: End result was diverging from the pre-match projection.
  • xG expectations: Aligned with xG expectations (Classify).
  • Event impact: No major event distortion.
  • Red card distortion: None.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
No referee statistics available.
FC Groningen D. Lukkien
D. Lukkien
VS
AZ L. Echteld
L. Echteld
1.1
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1.39
0.67 i
Last 6 Opponents
PEC Zwolle Rank: 63 D
Ajax Rank: 76 W
FC Volendam Rank: 59 L
FC Twente Rank: 75 L
FC Utrecht Rank: 72 L
PSV Rank: 85 L
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
1.33 i
Last 6 Opponents
Excelsior Rank: 59 W
Ajax Rank: 76 D
NEC Nijmegen Rank: 75 L
Telstar Rank: 62 W
Excelsior Rank: 59 D
PEC Zwolle Rank: 65 L
11
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
11 - 13 - 20
20

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home FC Groningen
33.96%
Draw
24.78%
Away AZ
41.26%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
66.22
74.4
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
FC Groningen
AZ
Power Score
66.22
74.4
League Position
10
6
Global Rank
293
117

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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FC Groningen — Opponent-weighted form score
AZ — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) FC Groningen AZ

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

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vs

FC Groningen

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

AZ

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Possession Efficiency Possession-Adjusted

How effectively each team uses and defends their share of possession. Efficiency adjusted based on team possession percentage

FC Groningen ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy AZ
Attacking Efficiency
Higher is better
Attacking Efficiency
33.62
35.66
Defensive Efficiency
Lower is better
Defensive Efficiency
35.66
33.62
Combined Efficiency Index Z-score combining attacking and defensive possession-adjusted efficiency.
Positive = above league average.
Negative = below league average.
Formula: EfficiencyIndex = z(AttackEff) − z(DefenceEff)
-3 0 3
FC Groningen -0.22 Efficiency Index
vs
AZ +0.22 Efficiency Index
xG data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using shots and dangerous attacks (proxy). Confidence: Medium.
FC Groningen
AZ
AttackEff = xG ÷ pos
DefenceEff = xGA ÷ (1−pos)

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

FC Groningen
vs
AZ
Created Set-piece attacking threat
FC Groningen AZ
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
0%
0%
Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
1.00 0.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
+1.00 vs +0.00
Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
FC Groningen AZ
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
—
—
Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00 1.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
— vs —
FC Groningen
AZ
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG
Counter Attack / Transition data not available for this match.
Pressure Index data not available for this match.

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 44 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

FC Groningen GRO Home
44 matches
AZ AZ Away
Match Record
11
Wins
20
13
Draws
13
20
Losses
11
Goals
42
Goals Scored
65
65
Goals Conceded
42
-23
Goal Difference
+23
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-03-27T12:24:54+00:00

STARTING XI

Match Formation 4-4-2
Match Formation 4-2-3-1
Pitch
H. Jurjus
Netherlands
21 H. Jurjus
M. Rente
Germany
5 (C) M. Rente
T. Blokzijl
Netherlands
3 T. Blokzijl
D. Janse
Netherlands
4 D. Janse
M. Peersman
Substitution
Belgium
43 M. Peersman
Y. Taha El Idrissi
Substitution
Morocco
10 Y. Taha El Idrissi
T. de Jonge
Substitution
Netherlands
8 T. de Jonge
T. Land
Substitution
Netherlands
18 T. Land
J. Schreuders
Netherlands
14 J. Schreuders
T. van Bergen
Netherlands
26 T. van Bergen
D. van der Werff
17 D. van der Werff
J. Zoet
Netherlands
41 J. Zoet
M. De Wit
Netherlands
34 M. De Wit
A. Penetra Correia
Substitution
Portugal
5 A. Penetra Correia
W. Goes
Substitution
Netherlands
3 W. Goes
D. Kasius
Substitution
Netherlands
30 D. Kasius
K. Smit
Netherlands
26 K. Smit
P. Koopmeiners
Substitution
Netherlands
6 P. Koopmeiners
R. Daal
Netherlands
27 R. Daal
S. Mijnans
Netherlands
10 (C) S. Mijnans
I. Jensen
Substitution
Denmark
17 I. Jensen
T. Parrott
Republic of Ireland
9 T. Parrott

General Information

Date & Time
Mar 22, 2026, 03:45 PM
Competition
2025/2026 Eredivisie, Netherlands · Round 28 · Regular Season
Stadium
Euroborg
Capacity
22525
Pitch Surface
Grass
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Martijn Vos
Erwin Zeinstra
Richard Polman
Clay Ruperti

Statistics

Possession
GRO
46%
AZ
54%

Top Statistics

3 Goals 0
3 Big Chances Created 4
5 Shots 7
36 Dangerous attacks 58
47 Possession 53
2 Corners 7
7 Free kicks 16
1 Yellow Cards 1

Match Overview

17 Throwins 18
7 Goal Kicks 9
14 Successful Headers 12
4 Successful Dribbles 12
29 Successful Dribbles Percentage 57
14 Dribble Attempts 21
6 Goal Attempts 12
42 Ball Safe 60
1 Penalties 0
4 Substitutions 5
1 Hit Woodwork 0
2 Assists 0

Attacking

110 Attacks 82
1 Big Chances Missed 4

Possession

400 Passes 454
80 Successful Passes Percentage 83
53 Long Passes 57
321 Successful Passes 378
20 Successful Long Passes 28
38 Successful Long Passes Percentage 49
11 Key Passes 13

Defensive

17 Tackles 22
7 Saves 1
10 Interceptions 9

Build-up

10 Total Crosses 16
5 Accurate Crosses 4

Discipline

1 Offsides 2
16 Fouls 8

Lineup

Referee : Martijn Vos

Starting XI ▼

21
Hidde Jurjus
Hidde Jurjus Goalkeeper
8.44
3
Thijmen Blokzijl
Thijmen Blokzijl Defender
7.39
4
Dies Janse
Dies Janse Defender
7.61
5
Marco Rente
Marco Rente (C) Defender
7.72
43
Marvin Peersman
Marvin Peersman Defender
6.86
2
Wouter Prins
Wouter Prins
Defender77'
6.76
8
Tika de Jonge
Tika de Jonge Midfielder
6.87
9
Brynjólfur Willumsson
Brynjólfur Willumsson
Attacker57'
6.35
10
Younes Taha
Younes Taha Midfielder
5.83
16
Tyrique Mercera
Tyrique Mercera
Defender88'
6.39
14
Jorg Schreuders
Jorg Schreuders Midfielder
7.41
18
Tygo Land
Tygo Land Midfielder
7.53
27
Rui Mendes
Rui Mendes
Attacker88'
17
David van der Werff
David van der Werff Attacker
7.27
26
Thom van Bergen
Thom van Bergen Attacker
7.13
Referee : Martijn Vos

Starting XI ▼

41
Jeroen Zoet
Jeroen Zoet Goalkeeper
5.88
3
Wouter Goes
Wouter Goes Defender
6.79
35
Mexx Meerdink
Mexx Meerdink
Attacker66'
6.39
5
Alexandre Penetra
Alexandre Penetra Defender
6.07
23
Billy van Duijl
Billy van Duijl
Defender46'
7.63
30
Denso Kasius
Denso Kasius Defender
6.55
22
Elijah Dijkstra
Elijah Dijkstra
Defender46'
5.99
34
Mees de Wit
Mees de Wit Defender
6.72
6
Peer Koopmeiners
Peer Koopmeiners Midfielder
6.51
18
Rion Ichihara
Rion Ichihara
Defender82'
6.87
10
Sven Mijnans
Sven Mijnans (C) Midfielder
7.06
17
Isak Jensen
Isak Jensen Midfielder
6.49
11
Ibrahim Sadiq
Ibrahim Sadiq
Attacker67'
6.75
26
Kees Smit
Kees Smit Midfielder
7.45
27
Ro-Zangelo Daal
Ro-Zangelo Daal Midfielder
7.39
9
Troy Parrott
Troy Parrott Attacker
6.4

Events

2ND-HALF
Event
Tyrique Mercera
Foul / 2nd Yellowcard
90+1'
Event
Tyrique Mercera → Younes Taha
9th Substitution
88'
Event
Rui Mendes → Tygo Land
8th Substitution
88'
82'
Event
Rion Ichihara → Peer Koopmeiners
7th Substitution
79'
Event
Ro-Zangelo Daal
Argument / 1st Yellowcard
Event
Wouter Prins → Marvin Peersman
6th Substitution
77'
Event
Tygo Land
Left foot shot / 2nd Goal
76'
67'
Event
Ibrahim Sadiq → Isak Jensen
5th Substitution
66'
Event
Mexx Meerdink → Wouter Goes
4th Substitution
Event
Thom van Bergen
Left foot shot / 1st Goal
58'
Event
Brynjólfur Willumsson → Tika de Jonge
3rd Substitution
57'
46'
Event
Elijah Dijkstra → Denso Kasius
1st Substitution
46'
Event
Billy van Duijl → Alexandre Penetra
2nd Substitution
1ST-HALF
Event
Marvin Peersman
Left foot shot / 1st Penalty
36'

Match Commentary

90
Update Update
Kees Smit from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
90
Update Update
Rion Ichihara from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
90
Update Update
Ro-Zangelo Daal from AZ was awarded a free kick on the left side of the field.
90
Update Update
Brynjar Willumsson from FC Groningen committed a foul.
90
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Tyrique Mercera from FC Groningen has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
90
Update Update
Jorg Schreuders from FC Groningen committed a foul.
90
Update Update
Tyrique Mercera from FC Groningen committed a foul.
90
Corner Corner
A fresh offensive effort unfolds as Sven Mijnans from AZ takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area. The attempt is expertly denied by Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen, who makes a save in the bottom right corner. The assist comes from Elijah Dijkstra.
90
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated that there will be three minutes of stoppage time.
90
Update Update
Offside call against AZ. Mexx Meerdink has been caught in an offside position.
90
Update Update
The second half has concluded with the final score: FC Groningen 3, AZ 0.
89
Update Update
Wouter Prins from FC Groningen committed a foul.
89
Update Update
Ibrahim Sadiq from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
88
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Rui Mendes is coming on to replace Tygo Land.
88
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Tyrique Mercera comes on to replace Younes Taha, who is leaving the field due to an injury.
86
Update Update
Another offensive push! Rion Ichihara from AZ heads the ball from the center of the box, but Hidde Jurjus from FC Groningen makes a great save, diving to his left. The assist came from Sven Mijnans, who delivered a precise cross.
85
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to AZ after a foul by Dies Janse.
83
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to AZ after a deflection off Hidde Jurjus.
82
Update Update
Mees de Wit from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
82
Update Update
Fouled by Brynjólfur Willumsson from FC Groningen.
82
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for AZ: Rion Ichihara comes on to replace Peer Koopmeiners.
81
Attempt Attempt
A fresh offensive move unfolds as Kees Smit from AZ takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area. However, the attempt is thwarted by Hidde Jurjus, the goalkeeper for FC Groningen, who makes a save right in the middle of the goal. The assist came from Ro-Zangelo Daal.
81
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity! Mexx Meerdink from AZ takes a left-footed shot from the center of the penalty area, but it sails over the crossbar.
80
Update Update
Match temporarily halted due to an injury to Tygo Land from FC Groningen.
80
Update Update
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
79
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is denied. Younes Taha from FC Groningen fired a right-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it was blocked. The assist came from Jorg Schreuders.
79
Update Update
Ro-Zangelo Daal from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
79
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Ro-Zangelo Daal from AZ has been shown a yellow card.
79
Update Update
Jorg Schreuders from FC Groningen committed a foul.
77
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Wouter Prins replaces Marvin Peersman.
76
Update Update
Marvin Peersman from FC Groningen committed a foul.
76
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! FC Groningen leads 3-0 against AZ. Tygo Land scores with a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, finding the center of the net. The assist came from Marco Rente.
76
Update Update
Ibrahim Sadiq from AZ has been awarded a free kick in an offensive position.
74
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to AZ after Thijmen Blokzijl's defensive play resulted in the ball going out of bounds.
74
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. Mexx Meerdink from AZ takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's blocked. The assist came from Troy Parrott.
74
Corner Corner
Missed opportunity! Ibrahim Sadiq from AZ had a header from close range following a corner kick, but he couldn't convert it.
73
Update Update
The attempt on goal has been thwarted. Younes Taha from FC Groningen directed a header from within the six-yard area, but it was blocked on the left side. The cross was delivered by Marco Rente.
73
Update Update
Billy van Duijl from AZ was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
73
Update Update
Marco Rente from FC Groningen committed a foul.
71
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity. Troy Parrott from AZ attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sailed over the goal. The assist came from Ibrahim Sadiq.
70
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to AZ after Thijmen Blokzijl gave it away.
70
Attempt Attempt
Another offensive push. Younes Taha from FC Groningen takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's stopped by the goalkeeper.
68
Attempt Attempt
Another offensive push. Ro-Zangelo Daal from AZ takes a right-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but Hidde Jurjus, the goalkeeper for FC Groningen, makes a save right in the middle of the goal. The assist came from Mees de Wit.
68
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. Troy Parrott from AZ takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Ro-Zangelo Daal.
67
Update Update
Match is currently on hold due to an injury to Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen.
67
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for AZ: Ibrahim Sadiq comes on to replace Isak Jensen.
67
Update Update
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
66
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for AZ: Mexx Meerdink comes on to replace Wouter Goes.
65
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity! Kees Smit from AZ attempted a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it went wide. The assist came from Peer Koopmeiners.
64
Update Update
Kees Smit from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
64
Update Update
Younes Taha from FC Groningen committed a foul.
62
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to FC Groningen after a play that resulted in a deflection off Billy van Duijl.
62
Corner Corner
Opportunity squandered! Brynjólfur Willumsson of FC Groningen had a header from within the six-yard box, aiming for the left side, but it narrowly missed the top left corner. The assist came from David van der Werff, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.
58
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! FC Groningen leads 2-0 against AZ. Thom van Bergen scores with a left-footed shot from the center of the box into the bottom right corner. The assist comes from David van der Werff after a quick counterattack.
57
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for FC Groningen: Brynjólfur Willumsson comes on to replace Tika de Jonge.
56
Update Update
Younes Taha from FC Groningen strikes the crossbar with a left-footed effort from outside the penalty area, assisted by Jorg Schreuders.
55
Attempt Attempt
Younes Taha from FC Groningen strikes the crossbar with a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
54
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. Marco Rente from FC Groningen has his right-footed shot from the center of the penalty area blocked.
53
Corner Corner
A new offensive play unfolds as Isak Jensen from AZ takes a right-footed shot from close range, but Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen makes a save in the left corner.
52
Attempt Attempt
The attempt on goal has been thwarted. Isak Jensen from AZ fired a left-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but it was successfully blocked. The assist came from Ro-Zangelo Daal.
52
Attempt Attempt
A fresh offensive move unfolds as Peer Koopmeiners from AZ takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area. However, Hidde Jurjus, the goalkeeper for FC Groningen, makes a crucial save right in the center of the goal. The assist for this attempt came from Isak Jensen.
51
Update Update
Troy Parrott from AZ earned a free kick in the defensive zone.
51
Update Update
Fouled by Dies Janse - FC Groningen. nnRephrased: Dies Janse from FC Groningen committed a foul.
49
Update Update
Dies Janse from FC Groningen earned a free kick in the defensive area.
49
Update Update
Wouter Goes from AZ committed a foul.
47
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to AZ after Hidde Jurjus allowed the ball to go out.
47
Corner Corner
A fresh offensive effort unfolds as Troy Parrott of AZ directs a header from the center of the penalty area, but Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen makes a save in the bottom left corner. The assist comes from Sven Mijnans, who delivered a precise cross.
47
Update Update
Mees de Wit from AZ earned a free kick on the left side of the field.
47
Update Update
Tika de Jonge from FC Groningen committed a foul.
45
Update Update
The first half has concluded with the scoreline reading FC Groningen 1, AZ 0.
45
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated that there will be no additional time added.
45
Update Update
The second half is underway with FC Groningen leading AZ 1-0.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for AZ: Elijah Dijkstra replaces Denso Kasius.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for AZ: Billy van Duijl comes on to replace Alexandre Penetra.
41
Update Update
Troy Parrott from AZ has been awarded a free kick in their defensive zone.
41
Update Update
Marvin Peersman of FC Groningen committed a foul.
39
Update Update
Alexandre Penetra from AZ committed a foul.
39
Update Update
Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen earned a free kick on the right flank.
38
Update Update
Younes Taha from FC Groningen committed a foul.
38
Update Update
Ro-Zangelo Daal from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
36
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! FC Groningen takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against AZ. Marvin Peersman steps up to the spot for FC Groningen and successfully converts the penalty, sending a left-footed shot into the bottom right corner of the net.
35
Update Update
Penalty awarded to FC Groningen! Jorg Schreuders is fouled inside the box.
35
Update Update
Alexandre Penetra from AZ has given away a penalty following a foul committed inside the penalty area.
34
Update Update
Peer Koopmeiners from AZ committed a foul.
34
Update Update
Jorg Schreuders from FC Groningen has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
33
Update Update
Sven Mijnans from AZ earned a free kick in the defensive area.
33
Update Update
Fouled by Dies Janse - FC Groningen. nnRephrased: Dies Janse of FC Groningen committed a foul.
32
Update Update
Marvin Peersman from FC Groningen earned a free kick on the left side of the field.
32
Update Update
Wouter Goes from AZ committed a foul.
30
Update Update
Kees Smit of AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
30
Update Update
David van der Werff from FC Groningen committed a foul.
29
Update Update
Kees Smit from AZ has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
29
Update Update
Tygo Land from FC Groningen committed a foul.
27
Attempt Attempt
Missed opportunity! Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen attempted a header from the middle of the penalty area, but it went wide to the left. The assist came from Marvin Peersman, who delivered a cross.
25
Update Update
Wouter Goes from AZ committed a foul.
25
Update Update
Dies Janse from FC Groningen was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
25
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to AZ after a foul by Dies Janse.
25
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. Kees Smit from AZ takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Troy Parrott.
21
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. Thom van Bergen from FC Groningen fires a left-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but it's blocked. The assist came from Tygo Land.
21
Update Update
Troy Parrott committed a foul against AZ.
21
Update Update
Dies Janse from FC Groningen has earned a free kick in an offensive position.
19
Attempt Attempt
The attempt is thwarted. David van der Werff of FC Groningen takes a right-footed shot from the center of the penalty area, but it's blocked. The assist came from Tygo Land.
19
Corner Corner
Corner kick awarded to FC Groningen after Wouter Goes allowed the ball to go out.
19
Corner Corner
Opportunity squandered. Tika de Jonge of FC Groningen attempted a header from the center of the penalty area but failed to convert. The chance was set up by David van der Werff, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.
17
Attempt Attempt
Opportunity wasted. Tika de Jonge from FC Groningen took a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but it sailed over the bar. The assist came from David van der Werff.
13
Update Update
Offside call against AZ. Isak Jensen has been caught in an offside position.
10
Corner Corner
Corner awarded to AZ after Marco Rente allowed the ball to go out.
10
Corner Corner
A fresh offensive effort unfolds as Denso Kasius from AZ takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but Hidde Jurjus of FC Groningen makes a save in the bottom left corner.
5
Update Update
Offside call against FC Groningen. Thom van Bergen has been caught in an offside position.
4
Update Update
Jorg Schreuders from FC Groningen earned a free kick in the defensive area.
4
Update Update
Denso Kasius from AZ committed a foul.

CONCLUSION

Structural assessment: FC Groningen exhibited a significant deviation from the pre-match structural baseline. Efficiency outcome: Possession-adjusted chance creation finished in line with projected levels. Result alignment: The final score was contrary to the pre-match probability model. Market alignment: The match result was outside the projected probability range.

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