AZ Alkmaar Standings 2024–25: Season Recap and Key Performers
AZ Alkmaar, one of the Dutch football clubs, maintains a consistent performance in the Eredivisie league. The club maintains its competitiveness in a league that has developed into a wild playing field. The club maintains its position as an optimally managed Dutch team while dedicating effort to nurturing local players and performing strategic player acquisitions.
History of AZ Alkmaar
The club AZ Alkmaar formed from the merger of Alkmaar ’54 with FC Zaanstreek during 1967. AZ Alkmaar has consistently demonstrated reliable performance in Dutch second division football competitions from its establishment until now. The AZ Alkmaar organization creates successful talent development methods alongside the management of its finances and strategic choices alongside its tactical leadership of soccer teams.
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In the 1980–81 season AZ Alkmaar secured its first Eredivisie championship victory by besting Alkmaar while Ajax and PSV Eindhoven controlled Dutch football. Louis van Gaal guided the squad to secure its second place in the Eredivisie for the 2008–2009 season to gain permanent involvement in European competitions. The club continues qualifying for UEFA competitions and bids for trophies at levels which exceed their allocated budget.
2024-2025 Season Overview
The 2024–25 season delivered AZ Alkmaar both positive results and promising signs for potential growth. The team found their position among the top six league teams when the Eredivisie season kicked off. AZ holds rank number 6 in the Eredivisie league for April 2025, although it surpasses FC Utrecht, but falls behind FC Twente. Players at the AFAS Stadion hold a solid domestic performance record while displaying a defensive strategy and earning vital triumphs against other midfield opponents.
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In the final match, they took Go Ahead Eagles to penalties after regular time ended 1-1, but were defeated through the shootout. The victory became history because it established the Go Ahead Eagles’ first achievement in major sports. AZ took part in the UEFA Europa League competition on the European competition stage. Even though AZ suffered elimination, they received enormous appreciation for their exciting attacking approach and controlled performance in decisive games.
Key Performers of AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar’s season depends on the exceptional performance of team members throughout their entire field area. The signed Tottenham Hotspur player, Troy Parrott, shines as this temporary AZ Alkmaar player. His speed, combined with precise position awareness, goal-scoring instincts, makes AZ Alkmaar play more effectively in attack. The goal he scored against Galatasaray ranked among AZ’s top achievements in European competition.
Sven Mijnans functions from the midfield position, where he drives the team into attacking opportunities. This season, he proved himself as a vital player because of his ball-carrying strength alongside his ability to develop scoring opportunities and striking from distance.
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Midfielder Jordy Clasie provides defensive stability to the team by using his seasoned talent to distribute balls effectively. Through his midfield appearances, Mijnans provides a stabilizing force that enables AZ to transition between defensive and offensive plays. The Norwegian defensive left-back David Møller Wolfe demonstrates both successful defensive abilities and provides support during offensive movements.
His antidote movement across the field alongside effective crossing from the left side provides AZ Alkmaar a fresh attacking option. The international goalkeeper Mathew Ryan helps the team defend crucial attacks in both the domestic Dutch league and European matches. The defensive records of the league rest upon Mathew Ryan’s ability to command the penalty area and perform valuable saves.
AZ Alkmaar Standings in Eredivisie (till April 24, 2025)
| Clubs | MP | W | D | L | Pts |
| Ajax | 30 | 23 | 4 | 3 | 73 |
| PSV | 29 | 20 | 4 | 5 | 64 |
| Feyenoord | 29 | 17 | 8 | 4 | 59 |
| Utrecht | 30 | 17 | 8 | 5 | 59 |
| Twente | 29 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 48 |
| AZ Alkmaar | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 46 |
| Go Ahead Eagles | 29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 46 |
| Heerenveen | 30 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 37 |
| Groningen | 30 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 35 |
| Heracles | 30 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 35 |
| Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 34 |
| NEC | 29 | 9 | 6 | 14 | 33 |
| Fortuna Sittard | 29 | 9 | 6 | 14 | 33 |
| PEC Zwolle | 29 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 31 |
| NAC | 29 | 8 | 7 | 14 | 31 |
| Willem II | 29 | 6 | 6 | 17 | 24 |
| RKC Waalwijk | 29 | 4 | 7 | 18 | 19 |
| Almere | 30 | 4 | 7 | 19 | 19 |
Upcoming Matches of the AZ Alkmaar
The upcoming games involving AZ Alkmaar will shape the team’s overall performance during this season. The upcoming matches offer AZ Alkmaar supporters an opportunity to witness exceptional play and finish the season triumphantly.
The upcoming matches of the AZ Alkmaar:
- April 24, 2025: NAC Breda vs AZ Alkmaar, Time: 10:15 p.m. IST
- May 4, 2025: Go Ahead Eagles vs AZ Alkmaar, Time: 6:00 p.m. IST
- May 11, 2025: FC Groningen vs AZ Alkmaar, Time: 8:15 p.m. IST
- May 14, 2025: FC Twente vs AZ Alkmaar, Time: 11:30 p.m. IST
- May 18, 2025: Almere City vs AZ Alkmaar, Time: 6:00 p.m. IST
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Conclusion
The approaching season finale allows AZ Alkmaar to finish with enthusiasm as they prepare for future success. The club continues to inspire its fans through its qualified players and deep heritage, even after facing success and failure.
