AZ Alkmaar host Hapoel Beer Sheva in a UEFA Europa League clash on October 15, 2026, with the Dutch side looking to consolidate their strong start to the season. AZ come into this fixture in excellent form, having won three of their last five matches, drawing one and losing just once. Their domestic record of 11 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, coupled with 37 goals scored, highlights their attacking prowess.
In stark contrast, Hapoel Beer Sheva find themselves in a challenging position, yet to register a win in the competition. Their record of one draw and one loss, with no goals scored and one conceded from their opening two games, suggests they face an uphill battle. While the win probability figures present an intriguing 50/50 split between a draw and an away win, the bookmakers heavily favor AZ at 1.34. Bettors will be eyeing the Over 2.5 goals market at 1.52, given AZ's offensive capabilities. AZ will aim to exploit Hapoel's defensive vulnerabilities and secure a crucial home victory.
28. J. De Busser, 22. E. Dijkstra, 3. W. Goes, 4. L. Schouten, 5. M. Chavez Garcia, 8. J. Clasie, 14. C. Stengs, 6. P. Koopmeiners, 24. A. Oufkir, 9. M. Meerdink, 11. R. Daal
1. O. Marciano, 2. G. Mizrahi, 44. D. T. Diop, 4. Miguel Vitor, 5. P. Amador, 17. A. Forson, 25. Lucas Ventura, 8. H. Kanaan, 20. J. East, 66. I. Zlatanovic, 70. Joao Victor
Match events
39' Card Yellow Card — Pedro Miguel Santos Amador (Hapoel Beer Sheva)
45' Card Yellow Card — Seiya Maikuma (AZ Alkmaar)
49' Goal Normal Goal — Peer Koopmeiners (AZ Alkmaar) (assists: Valdemar Byskov Andreasen)
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