AZ-2 VS DEN BOSCH - NETHERLANDS: EERSTE DIVISIE MATCH PREVIEW
NETHERLANDS: EERSTE DIVISIE MATCH DETAILS: AZ-2 VS DEN BOSCH
As AZ-2 prepare to host Den Bosch on February 23, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00, this NETHERLANDS: Eerste Divisie fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.
AZ-2 PREVIEW IN NETHERLANDS: EERSTE DIVISIE
AZ-2, currently 17th in the standings with 29 points from 27 games, trail the leaders by 33 points. They've earned 6 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 14 goals scored.
DEN BOSCH PREVIEW IN NETHERLANDS: EERSTE DIVISIE
Den Bosch, sitting 10th with 37 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 13 points from 13 games this season.
Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR AZ-2 VS DEN BOSCH
Recent meetings between AZ-2 and Den Bosch have been competitive, with Den Bosch claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-2).
The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.
In their previous league match against FC Oss, AZ-2 recorded a 3-0 victory while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Their starting XI featured Schipper, Andersen, Ichihara, Natali, Zwart, Budko, de Wit, Bouziane, Oerip, Hartog, van den Ban. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.
Den Bosch's last outing came against Eindhoven, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 4-3-3 system.
Their starting XI featured Van De Merbel , De Groot, Maas, van Grunsven, Fortes, Laros, Felida, Van Leeuwen, Monzialo, Karlsson Grach, De Vries. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.
Looking ahead, AZ-2 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, AZ-2 and Den Bosch are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR AZ-2 VS DEN BOSCH
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: AZ-2's fixtures have averaged 4.6 goals per game, with 10 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 90% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Den Bosch's games average 2.7 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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