AZ Alkmaar and Excelsior square off at AFAS Stadion at 4:45 PM Dec 14, 2025, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the Eredivisie.

AZ Alkmaar enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 4 wins from their last 5 matches. Excelsior will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, AZ Alkmaar hold the edge with 6 wins to Excelsior's 3 in 10 meetings. 1 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw AZ Alkmaar edged it 8-0.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. AZ Alkmaar may hold the edge at AFAS Stadion, but Excelsior's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.