Eredivisie — Regular Season
How did AZ and Groningen perform?
AZ and Groningen Match Stats
AZ and Groningen Lineups
AZ
4-3-3 Groningen
4-2-3-1AZ and Groningen Head to Head
Past H2H Matches & Results
Eredivisie Standings Season 2025/2026
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | +/- | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  PSV |
18 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 57-22 | 35 | 49 |
| 2 |  Feyenoord |
18 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 44-23 | 21 | 36 |
| 3 |  Ajax |
18 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 35-24 | 11 | 33 |
| 4 |  Nijmegen |
17 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 43-29 | 14 | 29 |
| 5 | AZ Alkmaar |
17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 32-28 | 4 | 28 |
| 6 | Groningen |
18 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 25-22 | 3 | 28 |
| 7 |  Twente |
18 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 27-22 | 5 | 26 |
| 8 |  Sparta Rotterdam |
18 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 20-31 | -11 | 26 |
| 9 |  Heerenveen |
18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 31-28 | 3 | 24 |
| 10 |  Utrecht |
17 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 28-23 | 5 | 23 |
| 11 |  Sittard |
18 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 27-31 | -4 | 22 |
| 12 |  G.A. Eagles |
18 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 28-31 | -3 | 20 |
| 13 |  Zwolle |
18 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 22-39 | -17 | 20 |
| 14 |  Excelsior |
17 | 6 | 1 | 10 | 17-32 | -15 | 19 |
| 15 |  Telstar |
18 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 22-30 | -8 | 15 |
| 16 |  NAC Breda |
18 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 16-26 | -10 | 14 |
| 17 |  FC Volendam |
18 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 19-32 | -13 | 14 |
| 18 |  Heracles |
18 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 26-46 | -20 | 14 |
Qualification/Relegation
AZ vs Groningen Video Highlights & Match Recap – 2021-12-21
It was a clash of titans at AFAS Stadion (Alkmaar) when AZ locked horns with Groningen. The Eredivisie — Regular Season fixture on December 21, 2021 had all the makings of a classic showdown.
Every pass was calculated, and every tackle was a statement of intent. It was a test of character for both squads. The tension was palpable, and the players stepped up to deliver a spectacle for the fans.
Standings at Stake
For AZ, sitting at 5th with 28 points, this was a must-win to keep their hopes alive. Their record of 8W-4D-5L reflects the challenges they have faced.
Groningen, currently at 6th with 28 points, were not to be outdone. They brought their A-game, aiming to improve their 8W-4D-6L record away from home.
Showdown History
Historically, these games are close. In 5 meetings, AZ has won 4 times, while Groningen has 0 wins. 1 games ended in a stalemate.
High intensity is the norm here: 2 times both teams scored, and there were over 2.5 goals in 3 games.
Form Before The Showdown
Recent Matches of AZ
- AZ Alkmaar 1-0 FC Volendam (Eredivisie, Jan 10, 2026)
- Sittard 4-3 AZ Alkmaar (Eredivisie, Dec 21, 2025)
- AZ Alkmaar 2-2 G.A. Eagles (Eredivisie, Dec 07, 2025)
- Twente 1-0 AZ Alkmaar (Eredivisie, Nov 30, 2025)
- Heerenveen 3-1 AZ Alkmaar (Eredivisie, Nov 23, 2025)
- AZ Alkmaar 1-5 PSV (Eredivisie, Nov 09, 2025)
Recent Matches of Groningen
- Groningen 0-0 NAC Breda (Eredivisie, Jan 10, 2026)
- G.A. Eagles 1-1 Groningen (Eredivisie, Dec 21, 2025)
- Groningen 3-0 FC Volendam (Eredivisie, Dec 13, 2025)
- Excelsior 0-2 Groningen (Eredivisie, Dec 05, 2025)
- Ajax 2-0 Groningen (Eredivisie, Dec 02, 2025)
- Groningen 2-2 Zwolle (Eredivisie, Nov 23, 2025)
- Nijmegen 2-0 Groningen (Eredivisie, Nov 09, 2025)
- Groningen 1-1 Twente (Eredivisie, Nov 02, 2025)
Relive The Showdown
Watch the highlights of this epic showdown. Every key moment is captured for you right here.
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