Vitesse vs Jong AZ – Pre-Match Analysis
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Poisson model rates Jong AZ at 47%, yet other data sources diverge — this Vitesse vs Jong AZ fixture contains genuine analytical tension.
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Pre-Match Analysis
Vitesse and Jong AZ meet at GelreDome in Eerste Divisie, Regular Season - 16. This fixture gets under way on Friday 20 November 2026 at 19:00 UTC.
Current Form
Vitesse's overall Eerste Divisie record this term: 4W 2D 4L from 10 games (1.40 PPG). Last five: D L W L D. They are averaging 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.30 — a modest attacking output that tempers optimism on the Over 2.5 market. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. This season is still relatively young for Vitesse, so this record blends games from this season and last.
Vitesse at GelreDome this season: 3W 4D 3L from 10 home games — 1.30 PPG on home soil. At home they are averaging 1.80 goals scored and 1.70 conceded per game. Both teams have scored in 70% of their home games — an outstanding BTTS rate that is a key data point for this fixture.
Jong AZ (all games): 4W 2D 4L across 10 Eerste Divisie outings this term — 1.40 points per game. Last five: W L D W L. Their attacking form is sharp — 2.60 goals per game is a high-output rate that commands respect in the goals markets. Conceding 2.20 per game is a high rate — their defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed regularly this season. Both teams have scored in 90% of their matches this season — one of the stronger BTTS rates in the division, making Yes a well-evidenced play. This season is still relatively young for Jong AZ, so this record blends games from this season and last.
Jong AZ away from home this season: 3W 2D 5L from 10 away games — 1.10 PPG on the road. They are averaging 2.40 goals per away game — strong road scoring that makes them a threat even without home support. Both teams have scored in 80% of their away matches — a high BTTS rate on the road that directly informs this fixture.
Neither side holds a meaningful form edge. The 1.40 vs 1.40 PPG split is negligible — model and market signals should carry more analytical weight for this one.
The BTTS picture is exceptionally clear (using home/away splits) — Vitesse register both teams scoring in 70% of relevant games, Jong AZ in 80%. Both sides above 70% makes BTTS Yes one of the strongest standalone angles in this fixture.
H2H History
Form and model data should carry more weight here — the historical record is too balanced to provide a directional steer. From 4 meetings: Vitesse 2W, Jong AZ 1W, 1D.
The 4 previous meetings have averaged 2.8 goals per game — a neutral rate that provides no strong lean on the goals market from the H2H alone. The most recent clash, on 27 Feb 2026, ended 2–0 with Vitesse winning.
The head-to-head offers no strong directional steer in either the result or goals markets. Form, the predictive model and current market pricing should carry more weight than the historical record for this fixture.
Trading
Vitesse half-time and goal-timing data (51 games, 25 at home): they score before half-time in 80% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 57% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 57% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 72% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 72% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 37%.
Jong AZ half-time and goal-timing data (51 games, 25 at away): they score before half-time in 88% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 80% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 60% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 76% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 80% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 55%.
From a combined perspective, both sides have high BTTS rates — Vitesse 61% and Jong AZ 65% — which reinforces the BTTS Yes angle from in-play data. Over 2.5 goals is well-supported by both sides' in-play profiles (Vitesse 63% | Jong AZ 71%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Vitesse 2.01 xG and Jong AZ 2.36 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: Vitesse attack 0.878 / defence 1.042 | Jong AZ attack 1.434 / defence 1.254. League average goals — home 1.828 / away 1.579. Jong AZ bring a strong defensive rating of 1.254 — this is suppressing Vitesse's projected output below what their attack strength alone would suggest. Jong AZ have an above-average attack strength of 1.434 — the away xG of 2.36 is driven by genuine attacking quality on the road. Data: 51 Vitesse games / 51 Jong AZ games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: Vitesse 34% | Draw 19% | Jong AZ 47%. Fair-value odds: Vitesse 2.94 | Draw 5.26 | Jong AZ 2.13. Jong AZ hold a narrow Poisson edge at 47% — the draw (19%) is close enough to merit draw-inclusive market consideration.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 81% | BTTS probability 78% | Total xG 4.37. Over 2.5 is the model's clear signal at 81% — a total xG of 4.37 means the expected score alone exceeds the 2.5 threshold, making the Over not just likely but structurally supported by both sides' attack/defence profiles. BTTS Yes at 78% reflects that both xG figures (2.01 / 2.36) are above the threshold where scoring blanks become the primary outcome — both sides are projected to find the net.
Final Verdict
Poisson rates Jong AZ as the most likely outcome at 47% — moderate model lean. The opposing side holds a 34% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should be staked accordingly.
The Poisson model projects 4.37 xG in total — Over 2.5 at 81% — strong confidence, supported by form averaging 4.4 goals per game and H2H averaging 2.8 goals per meeting.
Poisson assigns a 78% probability to BTTS Yes based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates corroborate: Vitesse 70% | Jong AZ 80% BTTS from recent games.
The outsider holds a 34% win probability per the model — this is not a banker and should not be treated as one. Proportionate stakes are appropriate given the genuine contest the data projects.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Vitesse vs Jong AZ | Competition: Eerste Divisie, Regular Season - 16 | Venue: GelreDome • Kick-off: Friday 20 Nov 2026, 19:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Vitesse 34% | Draw 19% | Jong AZ 47% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 81% | BTTS 78% | xG Vitesse 2.01 / Jong AZ 2.36 • Poisson strength factors: Vitesse attack 0.878 / def 1.042 | Jong AZ attack 1.434 / def 1.254 | league avg home 1.828 / away 1.579 • Poisson stance: Jong AZ (47%) — moderate lean
🧮 Prediction Model
2.01
Vitesse xG
Expected Goals
2.36
Jong AZ xG
78%
BTTS
93%
Over 1.5
81%
Over 2.5
64%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Vitesse vs Jong AZ kick off?
Vitesse vs Jong AZ is scheduled to kick off at 19:00 on Friday 20 November 2026 at GelreDome.
Where is Vitesse vs Jong AZ being played?
The match is being played at GelreDome.
What competition is Vitesse vs Jong AZ part of?
Vitesse vs Jong AZ is a Regular Season - 16 fixture in the Eerste Divisie (Netherlands).
Who is favourite to win Vitesse vs Jong AZ?
Our statistical model gives Vitesse a 34% chance of winning, Jong AZ a 47% chance, and a 19% chance of a draw — making Jong AZ the favourite.
Will both teams score in Vitesse vs Jong AZ?
Our model estimates a 78% probability that both Vitesse and Jong AZ will score (BTTS).
Will Vitesse vs Jong AZ have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 81%.
What is the head-to-head record between Vitesse and Jong AZ?
Record (4 meetings): Vitesse 2W | Draws 1 | Jong AZ 1W.
What form are Vitesse and Jong AZ in?
Vitesse (all comps): 4W-2D-4L in 10 | 1.40 PPG | GF 1.30 / GA 1.30 | L5 D-L-W-L-D. Jong AZ (all comps): 4W-2D-4L in 10 | 1.40 PPG | GF 2.60 / GA 2.20 | L5 W-L-D-W-L.
🧮 Model Insight
Behind the Numbers
Working from Vitesse's attack rating (0.88) and Jong AZ's defence rating (1.25), the model arrives at 2.01 expected goals for the home side. Flip it around — Jong AZ's attack (1.43x) against Vitesse's defence (1.04x) — and the away total comes out at 2.36.
These ratings are built from 51/51 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
The Exact-Score Picture
Run the expected-goals figures through the full scoreline distribution and 2-2 emerges as the single most likely result, at 7.1%. Close behind: 1-2 (7.1%), 1-1 (6.8%). Together the top three scorelines make up 21% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.
Most Likely Outcome
Jong AZ Win
34%
2.95
19%
5.13
47%
2.14
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 2
7.1%
Away win
Most likely
2 – 2
7.1%
Draw
1 – 1
6.0%
Draw
Expected Goals & Win Odds
2.01
Vitesse xG
Total xG
4.37
2.36
Jong AZ xG
2.95
34%
Home win
5.13
19%
Draw
2.14
47%
Away win
Goals Markets
93%
Over 1.5
1.08
7%
Under 1.5
14.29
81%
Over 2.5
1.23
19%
Under 2.5
5.26
64%
Over 3.5
1.56
36%
Under 3.5
2.78
44%
Over 4.5
2.27
56%
Under 4.5
1.79
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
78%
BTTS Yes
1.27
22%
BTTS No
4.64
Clean Sheet
9%
10.58
13%
7.48
Win to Nil
3%
31.26
6%
16.03
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1.3 | 3.0 | 3.5 | 2.8 | 1.6 | 0.8 |
| 1 | 2.5 | 6.0 | 7.1 | 5.6 | 3.3 | 1.5 |
| 2 | 2.6 | 6.0 | 7.1 | 5.6 | 3.3 | 1.6 |
| 3 | 1.7 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 3.8 | 2.2 | 1.0 |
| 4 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 2.4 | 1.9 | 1.1 | 0.5 |
| 5 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.2 |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · Outlined cell = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most likely scoreline for Vitesse vs Jong AZ?
Our Poisson model rates 2-2 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 7.1%.
How many goals are Vitesse and Jong AZ expected to score?
The model projects 2.01 expected goals for Vitesse and 2.36 for Jong AZ, a combined total of 4.37.
How confident is the prediction model for Vitesse vs Jong AZ?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 47%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
The Form Picture
Across their last 51 outings, Vitesse have picked up 1.45 PPG on a 20W 14D 17L record — D-L-W-L-D across the most recent five. The sample for Vitesse is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Jong AZ's form line: 17W 6D 28L from 51 games, 1.12 PPG, last five W-L-D-W-L. The sample for Jong AZ is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
There isn't much between them on recent form — 1.45 PPG for Vitesse against 1.12 for Jong AZ. Neither side arrives with a clear form advantage.
Home & Away Splits
On home soil, Vitesse have posted 1.40 PPG from 25 outings (9W 8D 8L).
On the road, Jong AZ have gone 10W 4D 11L from 25 away games — 1.36 PPG when travelling.
Scoring & Defensive Trends
Vitesse are averaging 1.59 goals scored and 1.43 conceded per game recently; Jong AZ are on 1.82 scored and 2.04 conceded.
On BTTS specifically: Vitesse have seen both teams score in 61% of their recent games; Jong AZ in 65%.
Last 51 Results — Eerste Divisie
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Vitesse
Blended
Jong AZ
Blended
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Vitesse and Jong AZ in coming into this match?
Vitesse have gone 20W 14D 17L in their last 51 games (1.45 PPG), while Jong AZ have gone 17W 6D 28L in their last 51 (1.12 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Vitesse at home or Jong AZ away?
Vitesse's home record (1.40 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Vitesse at home: 1.40 PPG; Jong AZ away: 1.36 PPG.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
History of the Fixture
On record, these two have faced off 4 times since September 2024 — enough meetings to establish some real patterns. Every recorded meeting has come in Eerste Divisie. They last met on 27 February 2026, roughly 8 months ago.
Records & Recent Trends
For context on how one-sided this fixture can get: Jong AZ won 4-0 on 12 Sep 2025, the biggest margin either side has managed in the series.
Specifically as hosts in this fixture, Vitesse have gone 1W 1D 0L from 2 meetings on their own ground against Jong AZ — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.
Last 4 Meetings
2
Vitesse
1
Draws
1
Jong AZ
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Vitesse and Jong AZ?
From 4 meetings on record, Vitesse have won 2, Jong AZ have won 1, and 1 have been drawn.
When did Vitesse and Jong AZ last play each other?
They last met on 27 February 2026, when Vitesse 2-0 Jong AZ.
Who has won more matches between Vitesse and Jong AZ?
Vitesse have the better head-to-head record, with 2 wins from 4 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
How These Sides Start
Vitesse are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 80% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 44% of the time, though they've let that lead slip 20% of the time they've held it — worth watching if they're only ahead by one.
Jong AZ are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 88% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 28% of the time.
Goals & Clean Sheets
BTTS has landed consistently for both sides recently — 72% for Vitesse, 76% for Jong AZ — a strong two-way scoring signal.
Goals have flowed in these teams' recent matches — Over 2.5 has landed at 72% for Vitesse and 80% for Jong AZ. Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 40% and 64% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Vitesse home games / Jong AZ away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when Vitesse play Jong AZ?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 72% of Vitesse's games and 76% of Jong AZ's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Is Vitesse vs Jong AZ usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 72% of Vitesse's matches and 80% of Jong AZ's.
Do Vitesse and Jong AZ tend to score early?
Vitesse have had a goal before half-time in 80% of their recent matches, Jong AZ in 88% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
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