Crystal Palace vs AZ Alkmaar prediction
The Europa Conference League returns to Selhurst Park on Thursday, 06.11.2025 at 23:00, when Crystal Palace host AZ Alkmaar in group stage matchday 3. This fixture carries significance for both sides as they seek to consolidate their positions in a tightly contested group: both teams arrive on three points, with Crystal Palace listed 16th in the group table and AZ Alkmaar 20th. Palace have recorded 1 win and 1 defeat in the competition so far (goals 2:1) and posted no home points to date; AZ have likewise won one and lost one (goals 1:4), with their away record showing defeat in their only trip. The managers on either touchline are Oliver Glasner for Crystal Palace and Maarten Martens for AZ Alkmaar. Given the closeness of the standings and contrasting recent form between the clubs, this match merits careful analysis ahead of any betting decision.
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Our betting prediction for Crystal Palace vs AZ Alkmaar
Main Tip: Crystal Palace Win
Betting prediction: Crystal Palace to win. Our principal selection is a victory for the hosts. Several factors inform this assessment. Palace enjoy home conditions at Selhurst Park, a ground where they can deploy a structured defensive approach and quick transitions, and they arrive having recorded a confidence-boosting 2:0 domestic win in their most recent fixture. By contrast, AZ Alkmaar’s Conference League numbers indicate defensive vulnerability in the group (1:4 goals), which Palace can attempt to exploit. Although AZ are in strong overall form domestically — reflected in a run of consecutive wins across competitions — Cup performance has been less convincing and their away record in the competition contains an early setback. On balance, the marginal advantages of home environment, recent positive result for Palace and AZ’s porous group-stage defence tilt the likelihood towards a Palace victory. Best available odds in the supplied data for a home win: 1win at 1.43.
Tip 2: Both teams score? Yes
Betting prediction: Both teams to score — Yes. Despite forecasting a Palace win as the primary outcome, we consider a both-teams-to-score selection to be realistic. AZ Alkmaar have demonstrated offensive potency in recent domestic fixtures, and their winning run suggests they are capable of finding the net away from home. Simultaneously, Crystal Palace have shown the capacity to score at Selhurst Park and will seek to take advantage of transitional moments that could leave AZ exposed at the back. Given AZ’s conceded goals tally in the group and Palace’s recent scoring, an exchange of goals appears probable. This market also typically offers favourable value when paired as a double with a Palace victory. Best quoted odds for Both Teams to Score — Yes: Paripesa at 1.73.
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Tip 3: Over 3.5 goals
Betting prediction: Over 3.5 goals. Our third selection anticipates an open encounter that produces multiple goals. The rationale rests on AZ Alkmaar’s recent domestic form which, while successful, has included both scoring and vulnerability; in conjunction with Palace’s desire to assert themselves at home, this suggests an increased probability of several goal events. The group-stage goal statistics add to this expectation: AZ have already conceded four times in two games, and Palace have scored and conceded in the competition. Although neither side has been prolific in the Conference to date, the confluence of Palace’s home intent and AZ’s attacking momentum supports an Over 3.5 projection. Note: no specific bookmaker odds for Over 3.5 were provided in the supplied data; bettors should consult current market prices for the best available return.
Statistics for Crystal Palace vs AZ Alkmaar
Crystal Palace team news!
Manager: Oliver Glasner. Crystal Palace have accumulated 3 points in the group and are positioned 16th in the table. Their Conference League record shows 1 win and 1 defeat, with a goals tally of 2 scored and 1 conceded. At Selhurst Park they have not yet recorded a point in the competition (0 wins, 0 draws, 1 defeat at home in the group so far). Recent domestic form includes a morale-boosting home victory in their most recent fixture, and across all competitions their last five matches yield a mixed sequence that nonetheless includes positive signals. Manager Glasner will be expected to refine his tactical plan to balance solidity with incisive attacking phases against an AZ side that can be dangerous on the break.
AZ Alkmaar team news!
Manager: Maarten Martens. AZ Alkmaar also sit on 3 points in the group, currently shown as 20th in the group listing provided. Their Conference League record shows 1 win and 1 defeat with an aggregate goals figure of 1 scored and 4 conceded. Their away record in the competition lists an early defeat in their only away game so far. AZ’s broader form is markedly strong: in the last five matches across competitions they have recorded five successive wins. Coach Maarten Martens will likely rely on his team’s momentum and offensive confidence, yet must address defensive lapses manifested in the group to avoid setbacks on English soil.
H2H statistics
There are no previous competitive meetings between Crystal Palace and AZ Alkmaar. Head-to-head record stands at zero matches, zero wins, zero draws and zero defeats for both sides in fixtures between them.
Last results Crystal Palace
Over their most recent five matches in all competitions Crystal Palace have registered 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. That sequence indicates an inconsistent run but includes a timely victory in the latest outing that should bolster confidence heading into the European fixture. The current form suggests a team capable of competitive performances, particularly at home, but still requiring tactical discipline to avoid conceding avoidable goals.
Last results AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar arrive in excellent form by conventional measures: in their last five matches across competitions they have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. This winning streak underlines strong momentum and attacking efficiency, and it will be a significant factor to consider. Nevertheless, their group-stage defensive record in the Conference League demonstrates that domestic form does not guarantee the same outcomes in European fixtures, especially away from home.
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Conclusion
This is a balanced tie in which marginal factors determine the predicted outcome. Crystal Palace possess the home advantage, a recent encouraging domestic victory and a manager in Oliver Glasner who will prioritize structure at Selhurst Park. AZ Alkmaar, coached by Maarten Martens, arrive in excellent general form and will be dangerous in transition and set-piece situations, but their Conference League defensive record raises concerns. Considering the head-to-head absence, the setting and the supplied odds, Crystal Palace are favoured for a narrow home victory: our principal recommendation is a home win (Tip 1). Complementary markets — both teams to score (Yes) and Over 3.5 goals — reflect the likelihood of an open contest with goals at both ends, while a 1:1 correct-score offers higher-value alternative for those seeking greater returns. As always, bettors should confirm up-to-date team news, lineups and market prices prior to placing stakes.
