Heracles Almelo vs AZ Alkmaar Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Cheese Farmers ended up as the better side when both teams met last time.

Heracles Almelo are all set to host AZ Alkmaar in the Dutch KNVB Beker 2024-25 semi-final fixture. The hosts took down FC Utrecht in the quarterfinals to seal a spot in the final four. It was an easy win for them. AZ Alkmaar on the other hand took down the Quick Boys in their last eight battle to seal the semi-final spot.

Heracles Almelo fell prey to the Cheese Farmers in their last outing in the Dutch league battle. It was a close game for both sides and AZ secured the win. The coming KNVB Cup semi-final match between these two sides is a high-stakes battle and they will make sure to give their all.

AZ Alkmaar have been in decent form even if we have a look at the Eredivisie 2024-25 table. They are in fourth place and can at least make it to the Europa League spot for the next season. Heracles Almelo on the other hand are having a below-average season due to their lacklustre performances so far in the league.

Kick-off:

• Location: Almelo, Netherlands
• Stadium: Asito Stadion
• Date: Friday, February 28
• Kick-off Time: 00:30 IST / Thursday, February 27: 19:00 GMT/ 14:00 ET/ 11:00 PT
• Referee: Serdar Gozubuyuk
• VAR: In use

Form:

Heracles Almelo: D-D-W-W-L

AZ Alkmaar: W-W-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Thomas Bruns (Heracles Almelo)

The 33-year-old Dutch midfielder has secured a decent amount of ratings this season. Thomas Bruns has also been able to score a goal and has come up with an assist for his side in the KNVB Cup this season. He will be controlling the midfield and will also help his attacking front.

Troy Parrott (AZ Alkmaar)

The Irish forward is the top goal scorer in the Eredivisie this season for AZ Alkmaar. The visitors will rely on Troy Parrott who is their main forward. Jayden Addai who has scored a couple of goals will be absent in the next game. The Irish forward will have to step up and lead his team from the front.

Match Facts

• AZ Alkmaar are undefeated in their last six matches across all competitions.
• They have been the better side three times in their last five outings against Heracles Almelo.
• Heracles Almelo have won two of their last five matches in all competitions.

Heracles Almelo vs AZ Alkmaar: Betting Tips and Odds

• AZ Alkmaar to win @3/4 betway
• Goals over 2.5 @20/23 betfair
• Troy Parrott to score @9/2 betfair

Injury and Team News

Jan Zamburek, Mario Engels and three other players will be out for action for Heracles Almelo due to injuries.

AZ Alkmaar will be without the services of Jayden Addai, Mexx Meerdink and a couple of other players as they are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 39

Heracles Almelo won: 7

AZ Alkmaar won: 27

Draws: 5

Predicted Lineups

Heracles Almelo predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

De Keijzer (GK); Wieckhoff, Mirani, Mesik, Rots; Scheperman, Keersmaecker; Talvitie, Bruns, Podgoreanu; Kulenovic

AZ Alkmaar predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Owusu-Oduro (GK); Kasius, Goes, Penetra, Wolfe; Koopmeiners, Clasie; Buurmeester, Mijnans, Lahdo; Parrott

Match Prediction

AZ Alkmaar are likely to defeat Heracles Almelo in the KNVB Cup semifinals.

Prediction: Heracles Almelo 1-2 AZ Alkmaar

Telecast Details

TBD

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