Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 17:45
The encounter between AZ Alkmaar and Hapoel Be'er Sheva is set to kick off at 17:45 on Thursday, 15/10, at AFAS Stadion.
This Europa League fixture offers an intriguing clash of form and tactics, with both sides eager to make a statement at this stage of the season.
Read our full prediction below and get some of the best betting insights based on statistics.
Our analysts at Betting.co.uk have examined key metrics and modelled the most likely match outcomes based on both teams' recent performance data.
This includes historical trends, home and away statistics, and efficiency in front of goal.
Have a look at our recommended bet and key insights below.
Recommended Bet We expect a draw in the first half for the AZ Alkmaar vs Hapoel Be'er Sheva fixture. Both sides are likely to approach the opening period cautiously, focusing on structure and possession. A balanced first half with limited chances could result in a level score at halftime.
1st Half Draw: 9/5
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1st Half Draw
Why we predict the first half to end in a draw
Key Betting Insights
AZ Alkmaar
Hapoel Be'er Sheva
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AZ Alkmaar is coming to the clash with Hapoel Be'er Sheva with the current statistics in the Europa League:
Matches played: 1
Wins: 0
Draws: 0
Losses: 1
Goals Scored: 0 (Avg. 0)
Goals Conceded: 1 (Avg. 1)
When having a broader look at AZ Alkmaar's performance in all competitions this year, the statistics are as follows:
Matches played: 67
Wins: 37
Draws: 13
Losses: 17
Goals Scored: 135 (Avg. 2.01)
Goals Conceded: 83 (Avg. 1.24)
Team Statistics/Latest Results
AZ Alkmaar to win the match: 1/4
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AZ Alkmaar
Date
Game
Result
10/10
L
20/09
W
16/09
L
11/09
D
06/09
W
On the other hand, Hapoel Be'er Sheva comes into this fixture with the following statistics in Europa League:
Matches played: 1
Wins: 0
Draws: 1
Losses: 0
Goals Scored: 0 (Avg. 0)
Goals Conceded: 0 (Avg. 0)
Across all competitions this season, the team boasts the following performance:
Matches played: 89
Wins: 56
Draws: 19
Losses: 14
Goals Scored: 179 (Avg. 2.01)
Goals Conceded: 93 (Avg. 1.04)
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Hapoel Be'er Sheva to win the match: 8/1
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Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Date
Game
Result
10/10
W
19/09
W
16/09
D
13/09
W
07/09
L
With at least one of the two sides yet to record a match in this competition, a like-for-like statistical comparison is not yet available for this fixture.
Recent form across all competitions still offers a useful reference point:
Key metrics Europe - Europa League Europe - Europa LeagueTeam Form
AZ Alkmaar
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
L
W
L
D
W
1.4
Home
W
D
W
W
D
2.2
Away
L
L
W
W
W
1.8
Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
W
W
D
W
L
2
Home
W
D
L
D
W
1.6
Away
W
W
W
L
W
2.4
Here's a breakdown of the core match metrics that often define betting value: goals scored, goals conceded, corners, and cards.
Analysing these stats offers a sharper view of team tendencies and helps identify markets with consistent trends.
Key metrics 5 last 5 matches 6 last 5 matches
Hapoel Be'er Sheva scored +20% more goals than AZ Alkmaar in the last 5 matches.
Goals Scored
AZ Alkmaar
Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Performance Gap
Feyenoord
Telstar
Sunderland
Willem II
Heerenveen
Key metrics 6 last 5 matches 4 last 5 matches
AZ Alkmaar conceded +50% more goals than Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the last 5 matches.
Goals Conceded
AZ Alkmaar
Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Performance Gap
Feyenoord
Telstar
Sunderland
Willem II
Heerenveen
Key metrics 30 last 5 matches 27 last 5 matches
AZ Alkmaar received +11% more corners than Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the last 5 matches.
Corners
AZ Alkmaar
Hapoel Be'er Sheva
Performance Gap
Feyenoord
Telstar
Sunderland
Willem II
Heerenveen
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