AZ Alkmaar secured a comfortable 0-2 away win against Fortuna in the Eredivisie on 22 August 2026. The victory maintained their perfect start to the season, keeping them top of the league with nine points from three matches.
Ole Romeny put AZ ahead in just the fifth minute. Jizz Hornkamp doubled the lead in the 58th minute and added a final flourish in the fourth minute of stoppage time. This win fits AZ's excellent early-season form, leading the table with three wins, eight goals scored, and only one conceded.
AZ showed they were the better side from the first whistle. With 72% possession and an impressive 90% passing accuracy from 644 attempts, they controlled the midfield completely. They created three big chances and forced fifteen corners. The defence stood firm, barely allowing Fortuna any dangerous opportunities, resulting in just two saves for goalkeeper Hobie Verhulst.
The statistics underline the superiority. AZ had eleven shots on target, a 42% shots on goal percentage. They won 36 duels and made 577 accurate passes. These numbers show a team dominant both with and without the ball.
Ole Romeny gave the team the perfect start with his early goal. His finishes are important, but his movement sets the tone. Jizz Hornkamp proved his worth as a finisher once again. His two goals brought his season tally to two, making him the team's current top scorer.
The collective worked excellently. The midfield, led by players like Dani de Wit, provided a constant supply of chances. The defensive unit, with players like Wouter Goes, kept things tight. This team effort is the foundation for the current first-place position, two points clear of PSV Eindhoven. The squad composition can be seen in our squad overview.
The victory keeps AZ Alkmaar firmly on track. With three wins from three games, a +7 goal difference, and a recent form of WWW, they are the only team with a perfect record. They hold a two-point lead over the nearest challenger, PSV Eindhoven.
This position builds confidence for the weeks ahead. It's a strong platform to build from. The team shows both attacking threat and defensive solidity. Those are precisely the ingredients needed for a title challenge. The current standings can always be followed on the standings page.
The immediate focus now shifts to the next Eredivisie fixture. AZ hosts GO Ahead Eagles at home on 29 August 2026. That promises an interesting clash, as the Eagles currently sit third in the table. It will be a direct test against another team in excellent form.
For manager Pascal Jansen, the task is to maintain this momentum. The team is playing with confidence and discipline. The win at Fortuna was an important step in that direction.
