Match AZ Alkmaar vs Sparta Rotterdam February 22, 2026

Post-match · 90 sec read

AZ Alkmaar holds a clear quality edge and home momentum, backed by a solid defensive record that could stifle Sparta Rotterdam's attack. The home side's pressing and compact block may limit chances, while their offensive edge suggests they can capitalize on set-pieces. Sparta's recent winning streak shows resilience, but their away struggles and lower attacking threat might keep the game tight.

Home defensive solidity vs away attack
AZ's home pressing advantage
Sparta's recent form but away limitations

P Recap generated by AI · 6 markets graded

⛀ Lineups

ALK 5-3-2 · SPA 4-2-3-1

ALK · 5-3-2 4-2-3-1 · SPA

9 Parrott

📊 Statistics

ALK 3 – 1 SPA

46%

Possession (%)

54%

1.39

Expected Goals (xG) expected goals

0.91

Total Shots

Shots on Target

Shots off Target

Shots Inside Box

Corner Kicks

Offsides

Fouls

75%

Pass Accuracy (%)

81%

Yellow Cards

Goalkeeper Saves

⚖ Bet recap · markets settled

17 · 8 W · 9 L

Market	Odds	Closed	AI	Result	P/L · 1u
Home Win	2.05	—	56%	Cashed	+1.05	Cashed
Over 2.5	1.63	—	61%	Cashed	+0.63	Cashed
Over 3.5	2.50	—	40%	Cashed	+1.50	Cashed
BTTS No	2.48	—	38%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
Under 2.5	2.38	—	39%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
Double Chance X2	1.85	—	44%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
AH Away 0	2.68	—	20%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
Double Chance 1X	1.33	—	80%	Cashed	+0.33	Cashed
BTTS Yes	1.55	—	62%	Cashed	+0.55	Cashed
Under 3.5	1.57	—	60%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
AH Home 0	1.48	—	56%	Cashed	+0.48	Cashed
Over 0.5	1.04	—	95%	Cashed	+0.04	Cashed
Over 1.5	1.20	—	82%	Cashed	+0.20	Cashed
Draw	3.80	—	24%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
Under 1.5	4.80	—	18%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
Under 0.5	15.50	—	5%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
Away Win	3.70	—	20%	Lost	−1.00	Miss
Total · 17 markets @ 1u each	—	—	—	8 W · 9 L	−4.22u	−25% ROI