AZ Alkmaar head into this match having drawn their last four games, including a 3-3 thriller and a 0-0 stalemate, which suggests they are a difficult side to beat but lacking that cutting edge to turn draws into wins. Groningen, on the other hand, have been inconsistent recently, with two losses, a win, and a defeat in their last three matches, though their most recent victory shows they can get results on the road.

Looking at their head-to-head history, the recent meetings have been very one-sided, with Alkmaar beating Groningen in four of the last five encounters, including two 3-0 wins and a 4-1 victory. These matches have often seen plenty of goals, with only one goalless draw in the last ten meetings. Given Alkmaar's recent struggles to win but strong home form, and Groningen's mixed away results, this match looks close and could be an open game with both teams likely to score.