AZ Alkmaar
Juventus
AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus Predictions, Picks & Odds – 05/11/2026
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AZ Alkmaar sit tenth in the Europa League standings and arrive into this fixture on the back of two consecutive wins, though a recent loss has tempered expectations slightly. Their victory over Ararat-Armenia in the previous European round was a confidence booster, and the AFAS Stadion faithful will demand a spirited showing against illustrious opposition. Squad rotation is a genuine concern, however, with an Eredivisie clash looming just three days later.
Juventus, placed seventh, have endured a turbulent spell. Their recent form reads as inconsistent, with just two wins from five outings, and a bruising 3-0 home defeat to Lazio still lingers. Manager Luciano Spalletti faces a significant injury crisis that has stripped his squad of depth. A draw against Rennes in their last Europa League match underlined their resilience, but the Old Lady need a sharper edge to climb higher.
Juventus possess a notably superior xG output of 2.47 compared to AZ Alkmaar's 1.71, and their goals-scored average in recent matches stands at 3.00 versus the hosts' 2.00. That attacking potency, even amid a well-documented injury crisis, makes the Bianconeri a genuine threat on the road. The draw or away double chance at 2.04 reflects this underlying quality.
Squad rotation is a factor on both sides. AZ Alkmaar face an Eredivisie fixture just three days later, which could dilute their starting eleven at the AFAS Stadion. Juventus, meanwhile, are coming off a bruising 3-0 defeat to Lazio and will be desperate to respond. Spalletti's side drew with Rennes in their last European outing, showing resilience if not brilliance.
The X2 double chance captures both a Juventus win and a draw, providing coverage against a home side likely to field a rotated squad. Under 2.5 goals at 2.08 also merits attention given Juventus's defensive instincts in European away fixtures. Both teams scoring at 1.65 remains plausible considering the attacking numbers from each side in recent rounds.
Trends to Know about AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus
- Juventus xG output exceeds AZ significantly
- AZ likely to rotate squad heavily
- Juventus rebound expected after Lazio defeat
Form & Statistics: AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus
AZ Alkmaar
Recent form
Season statistics (3)
Juventus
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Lineups: AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus
AZ Alkmaar
Starters
- 1 Jari De Busser
- 2 Seiya Maikuma
- 3 Lewis Schouten
- 4 Wesley Hoedt
- 5 Mees de Wit
- 6 Dave Kwakman
- 7 Peer Koopmeiners
- 8 Weslley Patati
- 9 Valdemar Byskov
- 10 Ayoub Oufkir
- 11 Bendegúz Kovács
Absent
- Kees Smit (injury)
- Wouter Goes (injury)
- Hobie Verhulst (suspended)
- Stije Resink (injury)
- Jizz Hornkamp (injury)
- Boogaard (Knock)
- Resink (Knee Injury (expected return Jan 1, 2027))
- Smit (Inactive/unknown injury)
- Hornkamp (Inactive/unknown injury)
Juventus
Starters
- 1 Guglielmo Vicario
- 2 Juan Cabal
- 3 Bremer
- 4 Pierre Kalulu
- 5 Andrea Cambiaso
- 6 Teun Koopmeiners
- 7 Pape Matar Sarr
- 8 Douglas Luiz
- 9 Kerim Alajbegovic
- 10 Randal Kolo Muani
- 11 Nick Woltemade
Absent
- Kamil Grabara (injury)
- Manuel Locatelli (injury)
- Francisco Conceição (injury)
- Kenan Yıldız (injury)
- Jeff Ekhator (injury)
- Arkadiusz Milik (injury)
- Nico González (injury)
- Zeki Çelik (injury)
- Daniele Rugani (Not in UEFA Europa League squad)
- Khephren Thuram (Knee surgery (back around end of year))
- Kenan Yildiz (Broken foot (surgery, back end of November/early December))
- Edon Zhegrova (Not in UEFA Europa League squad/physical discomfort)
Low confidence
Both sides are projected in a 4-3-3 vs 4-3-3 mirror, though it must be said clearly: these are speculated lineups drawn from single sources, so treat them as directional rather than definitive. The tactical shape at least gives a sense of how this Europa League tie in Alkmaar could unfold.
For Juventus, Teun Koopmeiners anchors the midfield engine against his former Dutch surroundings, a subplot that adds genuine intrigue. AZ's Ayoub Oufkir carries a yellow-card risk that could influence how boldly the hosts press in the final third, a factor worth watching as the match develops.
How to Watch AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus Match?
What time is AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus?
AZ Alkmaar host Juventus at AFAS Stadion on 5 November 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 20:00 local time.
Where is AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus being played?
This Europa League clash takes place at the AFAS Stadion in Alkmaar, Netherlands.
How Can I Watch AZ Alkmaar vs Juventus on TV and Live Stream?
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