The UEFA Europa League. Group phase. Outrights continues with an electrifying showdown as AZ Alkmaar hosts on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 18:45 local time. The match takes place at Home Arena in Germany, where fans are already buzzing with anticipation. Referee Deniz Aytekin will officiate the encounter. Weather conditions are expected to be Warm and humid, 25°C. AZ Alkmaar comes into this fixture with momentum, although the potential absence of Schmitt could impact their lineup. On the other side, faces similar concerns with Braun listed as doubtful. Historical encounters between these two sides have always been dramatic: 1 - 4 AZ Alkmaar (2021). 2 - 1 AZ Alkmaar (2024). 3 - 2 AZ Alkmaar (2024). 0 - 2 AZ Alkmaar (2022). 1 - 0 AZ Alkmaar (2022). Our prediction for this exciting clash: 3:2.