Eredivisie · Sunday, 22 November 2026 · 08:30 ET

Sparta vs AZ Prediction & Betting Tips

Sparta-Stadion Het Kasteel · Kick-off 08:30 US Eastern time

Match commentary

Sparta have been scoring freely at home-form level, averaging 4.6 goals a game over their last five, so expect an open game with both sides willing to attack. AZ have been more cautious, averaging 1.2 goals against over their last five, which suggests they will be organised before they are expansive.

The key battle is Sparta's attacking width against AZ's defensive shape: if Sparta can get wide and force crosses and set pieces, the game tilts toward chances and corners. AZ's ability to stay compact will decide whether those chances turn into goals.

Our prediction Free

Sparta to winLikely score 2-1

Sparta vs AZ standings & form

Team	Pos	Pts	W-D-L	Last 5
Sparta	12th	12	3-3-6	LWLWD
AZ	5th	23	7-2-3	WLLDL

Bet tips

Over 1.5 total goals1.40
Over 8.5 corners1.75
Under 4.5 cards1.80

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Sparta vs AZ: quick facts

What time is Sparta vs AZ?

Sparta vs AZ kicks off on Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 08:30 US Eastern time at Sparta-Stadion Het Kasteel. It is a Eredivisie match.

Sparta vs AZ standings

Sparta are 12th with 12 points (W3 D3 L6); AZ are 5th with 23 points (W7 D2 L3).

Sparta vs AZ form

Recent results. Sparta: L 1-3 at Den Haag, W 3-2 at Groningen, L 1-2 vs Ajax, W 3-2 vs Willem II, D 3-3 at Go Ahead. AZ: W 4-3 vs Groningen, L 0-1 at Ajax, L 0-2 vs Twente, D 2-2 at Cambuur, L 0-2 at Feyenoord.

Sparta vs AZ prediction

Our prediction: Sparta to win · likely score 2-1. Sparta vs AZ: Eredivisie goals and corners from Het Kasteel on Saturday Free tips: Over 1.5 total goals (1.40); Over 8.5 corners (1.75); Under 4.5 cards (1.80). Our expert's confidence in the pick is 61%. The expert pick unlocks for $1 by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay (the bet tips are free for everyone; the expert pick is always paid).

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