A high-stakes clash awaits at AFAS Stadion as AZ Alkmaar host FC Groningen at 2:30 PM today, both eyeing a key result in the Eredivisie.

AZ Alkmaar are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. FC Groningen will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, AZ Alkmaar hold the edge with 5 wins to FC Groningen's 2 in 10 meetings. 3 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw AZ Alkmaar edged it 3-0.

AZ Alkmaar's aggressive 4-2-3-1 system could test the resilience of FC Groningen's 4-2-3-1 approach.

This one promises fireworks — expect full intensity from both sides as the season enters a crucial stretch.