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AZ Alkmaar arrive on a 4-game winning run, yet the model still only gives them 23% here.
Sunderland have won three of their last five; AZ Alkmaar have won four straight. Form gives little away going into this Europa League tie.
Goals look likely here. Sunderland average 1.3 per game (1.3 at home) and AZ Alkmaar chip in with 2.7 (2.7 away). Defensively, Sunderland concede 0.8 at home and AZ Alkmaar leak 1.3 on the road. We make it 60% for three or more goals. The numbers back it without being overwhelming.
European nights carry a magic all of their own. The anthem, the spotlight, the occasion. Both sets of players will be desperate to deliver under the continental floodlights.
Sunderland do it the hard way: only 1.3 a game up top, but a mean 0.8 conceded. They're a tough nut to crack: they soak up pressure and hit you on the break. AZ Alkmaar have goals in them (2.7 per game) but their record at the back (1.3 conceded) leaves them open. This could be end-to-end.
Most likely scorelines: 2-1 (7%) and 3-1 (3%).
The complete price grid across all bookmakers.
| Market | Selection | Odds | Probability | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match Result | Sunderland Win | @1.62 | 53.8% | William Hill |
| Match Result | Draw | @4.00 | 22.9% | William Hill |
| Match Result | AZ Alkmaar Win | @4.33 | 23.3% | William Hill |
| Goals | Over 2.5 | @1.64 | 59.6% | Grosvenor |
| Goals | Under 2.5 | @2.23 | 40.4% | Grosvenor |
Our model makes Sunderland the favourite with a 53.8% win probability, priced off the bookmakers and our model. Our verified record so far is on our core leagues.
Best available odds: Sunderland @ 1.62, Draw @ 4.00, AZ Alkmaar @ 4.33. We compare multiple bookmakers to find the best value.
Sunderland vs AZ Alkmaar kicks off on Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 20:00 in the Europa League.