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Go Ahead Eagles
AZ Alkmaar
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54
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89′
K. Goudmijn
V.K.Edvardsen
89′
Siira Sivertsen
J. Breum
86′
W.Goes
R.Ichihara
80′
D.Kasius
74′
D.James
A. Sampsted
74′
B. Kovács
M.Meerdink
74′
R.Daal
Weslley
66′
Julius Dirksen
64′
T.Baeten
S. Tengstedt
64′
F. Stokkers
S. I. Sigurdarson
63′
Kees Smit
M. Šín
63′
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M.Chávez
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### Go Ahead Eagles 0–0 AZ Alkmaar: Eredivisie stalemate at De Adelaarshorst
**Go Ahead Eagles and AZ Alkmaar played out a goalless draw in the Eredivisie, with both sides creating chances but failing to find the back of the net on a tense evening at De Adelaarshorst.**
The match, which kicked off at 00:45 local time on April 24, 2026, saw the home side hold firm against a typically fluid AZ attack. For Go Ahead Eagles, the point extended their encouraging run of form against top-half opposition, while AZ Alkmaar will feel they missed an opportunity to strengthen their position in the upper reaches of the table.
#### Match overview
Despite the lack of goals, the contest was far from dull. Go Ahead Eagles, backed by a vocal home crowd, set up in a compact defensive shape and looked to spring counter-attacks through their wide players. AZ Alkmaar, true to their reputation, dominated possession and moved the ball swiftly through midfield, but found the Eagles’ backline resolute.
#### Defensive resilience from the hosts
The home side’s goalkeeper was called into action on several occasions, making crucial saves to keep the score level. AZ’s attacking unit, known for their movement and technical quality, struggled to break down a well-organized defense that pressed aggressively in the final third.
- **Key moment:** AZ Alkmaar came closest in the second half when a header from a corner was cleared off the line by a Go Ahead Eagles defender.
- **Missed chances:** The visitors also struck the crossbar from distance, while Go Ahead’s best opportunity came on a fast break that was saved by the AZ goalkeeper.
#### Tactical battle
The midfield battle was central to the game’s outcome. Go Ahead Eagles’ work rate in the center of the park disrupted AZ’s rhythm, while the away side’s build-up play often lacked the final pass to unlock the stubborn defense. The draw perhaps suited the hosts more, as they frustrated a side with ambitions of European qualification.
#### Table impact
The result leaves Go Ahead Eagles firmly in mid-table, continuing their steady season under the current management. For AZ Alkmaar, the dropped points may prove costly in their pursuit of a top-three finish, as their rivals for European places continue to pick up wins.

