AZ Alkmaar vs Galatasaray Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Expect a high-scoring thriller between two attacking teams. 

Dutch outfit AZ Alkmaar are set to lock horns with Galatasaray of Turkey in round four of the UEFA Europa League at the AFAS Stadion on Thursday looking to continue their winning streak.

AZ Alkmaar have endured a mixed start in this competition accumulating six points from the starting four games. After a narrow defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, the team did bounce back in the previous game to secure an important 3-1 victory over another Turkish outfit Fenerbahce. This game will be crucial for them to seal a direct spot in the next round as they are lurking in the 17th spot for now. 

Meanwhile, Galatasaray have made a bright start in this competition gathering ten points from four games to find themselves in the third spot in the standings. They are one of the only six teams in the UEFA Europa League to remain undefeated so far. The addition of Victor Osimhen has been a game-changer for them as he has made an instant impact on this team. With a victory here, they will further solidify their spot in the top positions. 

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 28 November 2024 at 5:45 PM UK; 11:15 PM IST

Location: AFAS Stadion

Form:

AZ Alkmaar (in all competitions): D-L-W-L-W

Galatasaray (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Troy Parrott (⁠AZ Alkmaar)

The former Tottenham Hotspur academy player has found a new home at AZ Alkmaar where he is thriving after being allowed to lead the team. Parrott has made 17 appearances for them this season in all competitions scoring eight goals and providing another two assists to take his tally to 10 G/A this season. He will remain the key player for the home side in this game. 

Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray)

Victor Osimhen has been in sensational form for the Turkish side this season after making the move from Napoli in the summer. The Nigerian is currently leading the goalscoring charts for the team with eight goals in all competitions from ten games while also laying on three assists. Known for his excellent finishing, physical prowess, and breathtaking pace, Osimhen has all the tools to be the game-changer in this game. 

Built different. pic.twitter.com/bHiAPOpbZv

— Galatasaray EN (@Galatasaray) November 10, 2024

Match Facts

• AZ Alkmaar secured a 3-1 win over Fenerbahce in the previous group game
• Galatasaray pulled a thrilling 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the previous group game
• Galatasaray are unbeaten in their previous 14 games

AZ Alkmaar vs Galatasaray: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Victor Osimhen to score a goal anytime– 11/8 with Sky bet
• Tip 2: Galatasaray to win this game– 5/4 with bet365
• Tip 3: AZ Alkmaar to score the opening goal– 21/20 with William HILL

Injury & Team News

AZ Alkmaar will be without the services of goalkeeper Rome Owusu-Oduro for this clash. Also, the trio of Ibrahim Sadiq, Kristijan Belic, and Westerveld remain in possible doubt for this clash. 

Meanwhile, Galatasaray will be without two players for this clash. Ismail Jakobs is out with an Achilles tendon injury and Mauro Icardi is likely going to miss the whole of this season after suffering a cruciate ligament injury.

⚡️💪 #AZvGS #UEL pic.twitter.com/Qp8gLT7p3u

— Galatasaray SK (@GalatasaraySK) November 25, 2024

Head to Head

This will be the first meeting between these two teams. 

Predicted Lineup

⁠AZ Alkmaar predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Zoet (GK); Maikuma, Penetra, Dekker, de Wit; Kwakman, Mijnans, Koopmeiners; Addai, Parrott, Lahdo

Galatasaray predicted lineup (3-4-1-2):

Muslera (GK); Sanchez, Ayhan, Bardakci; Yilmaz, Torreira, Sara, Akgün; Mertens; Osimhen, Szalai

Match Prediction for ⁠AZ Alkmaar vs Galatasaray

We have an exciting clash coming up between two in form teams who have secured massive results in their last group game. We expect this game to be a tight one but considering the quality of Galatasaray and the form of Victor Osimhen the visitors will be the favourites for the three points here. 

Prediction: ⁠AZ Alkmaar 1-2 Galatasaray

Telecast for ⁠AZ Alkmaar vs Galatasaray

India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK –TNT Sports

US –  fubo TV, Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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