AZ vs Fenerbahce: Europa League Match Prediction
In the Europa League's fourth round clash on November 7 between AZ and Fenerbahce, bookmakers see no clear favorite. The hosts have lost six of their last seven matches across all competitions, indicating a downturn. Can the visitors capitalize on this and secure a win today? Check out our predictions and choose precise bets.
Match announcement
AZ Alkmaar
Current Form
AZ started the new season strongly in both the league and European competitions. However, they experienced a significant slump, largely due to injuries to key players. Currently, Maarten Martens' team is on a seven-match winless streak, with six losses and one draw. In the Eredivisie, the Cheeseheads are in sixth place after 11 rounds. In the Europa League, they have only managed to secure three points from three games. In their last league match, AZ scored twice against Feyenoord but still lost (2-3).
Suspensions and Injuries
AZ's injury list is extensive. Today, due to injuries, Guus, Zeefuik, Schouten, Martins Indi, Sadik, van Bommel, and Burmester will not play. Additionally, Wolfe is serving a suspension.
Interesting Betting Trends
- AZ has not lost in the first half of their last three matches
- Both teams scored in three of AZ's last four matches
Projected Lineup: Owusu-Oduro – Maikuma, Penetra, Dekker, de Wit – Belich, Clasie – Poku, Mijnans, van Bommel – Parrott.
Fenerbahce
Current Form
Fenerbahçe has shown inconsistency since the season's start but has avoided a significant slump. In the domestic Super League, the Canaries are third after 11 rounds, trailing leaders Galatasaray by five points. In the Europa League, they have earned five points in three matches, placing them 14th ahead of the upcoming game. José Mourinho's squad remains unbeaten in European competition with one win and two draws. Their last home match ended in a 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
Suspensions and Injuries
Oosterwolde, Ünder, and Kahveci will miss today's match due to injuries.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Fenerbahçe led at halftime in three of their last four matches
- Both teams scored in four of the team's last five games
Projected Lineup: Livaković – Muldur, Becao, Djiku, Osayi-Samuel – Amrabat, Fred – Saint-Maximin, Szymański, Tadić – Džeko.
Trends
Bet 1st Half: Total Under 1.5 Goals
This bet won in Fenerbahce's last five matches
1.45Bet Goals in Both Halves – Yes
In three of AZ's last five matches, goals were scored in each half
1.73Bet Exact Score 1:2
AZ's last four losses were by a one-goal margin
8.90Tip and bets
AZ is experiencing a significant downturn, with major squad losses, suffering defeats in six of their last seven matches. Given this situation, it's unlikely the hosts can secure three points against Fenerbahce today. Despite their inconsistency, the Canaries remain unbeaten in the Europa League, boasting a strong lineup and are more likely to win than their weakened opponent.
Our prediction is a Fenerbahce win with an Asian handicap (0) at odds of 1.77
Total Bet
The hosts have not won in seven consecutive matches across all competitions, conceding at least two goals in five of those games. Fenerbahce's attack is strong, and they can capitalize on the opponent's defensive lapses multiple times.
Second bet – Fenerbahce's individual total goals over 1.5 with odds of 2.25
First Half Bet
In three of the last four matches, Fenerbahce led at the end of the first half. We predict that the Canaries will assert their dominance early and win the opening 45 minutes today.
Prediction – Fenerbahce to win the first half with odds of 3.00