AZ Alkmaar vs Hapoel Beer Sheva prediction, team news and best bets

Kick-off: Thu 15 Oct, 5:45pm / AFAS Stadion / UEFA Europa League (UK time)

AZ Alkmaar form

AZ Alkmaar has shown strong form recently, with six wins, one draw, and three losses in their last ten matches. Their attacking prowess is evident, averaging 2.2 goals per game, while conceding 0.9 goals per game. They have also managed to keep four clean sheets in these ten fixtures, indicating a solid defensive effort at times.

Hapoel Beer Sheva form

Hapoel Beer Sheva's recent form is also impressive, recording seven wins, two draws, and two losses in their last ten outings. They average 1.4 goals scored per game and concede 1.2 goals per game. Notably, Hapoel Beer Sheva has kept five clean sheets in their last ten matches, suggesting a resilient defence.

Head-to-head

There are no direct head-to-head statistics available for this specific fixture. Therefore, our analysis will focus primarily on the recent form and statistical performance of both AZ Alkmaar and Hapoel Beer Sheva.

Prediction

Based on the recent form, both teams demonstrate capabilities in attack and have shown they can find the back of the net. AZ Alkmaar's home scoring record is particularly strong, while Hapoel Beer Sheva also has a decent offensive output on the road. While AZ Alkmaar's defence has been slightly tighter, Hapoel Beer Sheva's ability to score consistently means they are unlikely to be shut out easily. This suggests a match where both sides could contribute to the scoreline.

Recommended bet

Both Teams to Score: Yes @ 1.80

Our recommended bet for this encounter is 'Both Teams to Score - Yes' at odds of 1.80. This selection is supported by AZ Alkmaar's average of 2.2 goals scored per game and Hapoel Beer Sheva's average of 1.4 goals per game, indicating both teams have a strong likelihood of finding the net. Please bet responsibly.

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