AZ Alkmaar vs Den Haag prediction 08.08.2026 | Eredivisie

AZ Alkmaar enters this one on the back of a spectacular start to their competitive campaign. The Cheese Farmers completely dismantled PSV Eindhoven 4-0 to lift the Johan Cruyff Shield last Sunday.

Lee-Roy Echteld’s men backed up that trophy win with a brilliant pre-season, remaining unbeaten across four matches with two wins and scoring 3+ goals in all four fixtures.

Their form on home soil has been highly stable, finishing the previous season with an impressive twelve match unbeaten run across all competitions at the AFAS Stadion.  

A major reason for their clinical form is Troy Parrott, who registered 16 goals and 5 assists in 28 Eredivisie appearances last season. However, the squad faces a minor setback as right-back Denso Kasius remains an expected absentee due to ongoing fitness issues.

ADO Den Haag enters this one on the back of a historic, record-breaking promotion campaign. The Storks completely dominated the Eerste Divisie, securing their return to the top flight on March 17, 2026, to mark the earliest calendar-date promotion in the history of the division.

Robin Peter’s men backed up that championship win with a steady pre-season, remaining unbeaten across three encounters including wins against Mechelen and Lommel.

Their domestic form on the road was the foundation of their success, finishing their historic promotion year by winning six of their final eight away fixtures.

A major reason for their lethal attacking edge was midfield maestro Jari Vlak, who carried the offense with a massive 11 goals and 6 assists last term.

However, the squad faces a major structural setback as that very same talisman has departed the club following a permanent summer transfer to CD Castellón.