Ilves vs AZ Alkmaar Betting Tips & Match Predictions

Ilves heads as a big underdog in the first leg against AZ Alkmaar on home soil. Keep in mind that Ilves played a lot of games in their domestic league and therefore they got more rhythm for sure right now. Sooner or later the bigger quality of the visitors should come through though and therefore I am rolling with second half AZ Alkmaar to win.

AZ Alkmaar are the stronger side on paper with better individual quality, depth, and European experience. Ilves may put up resistance at home, but AZ’s pace and tactical sharpness should eventually break them down. The -0.75 handicap line gives value, as a one-goal win still returns half profit while a bigger win is entirely possible.