Jong AZ vs Den Bosch - Eerste Divisie

Jong AZ prepare to host Den Bosch at the home ground on October 9, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their Eerste Divisie season. The 18‑year‑old midfielder featured off the bench in the Foxes’ Carabao Cup first‑round tie last weekend, but could still depart before the window closes.

In the Eerste Divisie table, Jong AZ currently occupy 19th and Den Bosch sit 3rd, and the context adds genuine weight to what is already an intriguing fixture. Results have been in short supply for the hosts, with DLWWL across their last five and a campaign win rate of 0% that makes for grim reading. Den Bosch are in the midst of a slump, LLLWL over their last five and a paltry win rate of 0% summing up their struggles. Where Jong AZ have leaned on defensive discipline, Den Bosch have often taken the initiative going forward, and that stylistic difference should shape the contest. Tim Sherwood makes his predictions for the new Premier League season, including who he thinks will make the top four in the table.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Jong AZ may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Den Bosch have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. What Bryson DeChambeau claimed about LIV Golf’s future back in 2022 In 2022, DeChambeau took part in his first ever press conference after joining LIV Golf.

All eyes will be on the league's leading marksman J. N'djoli, whose 10 goals this season make him the standout threat and a player capable of deciding the outcome on his own. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. Against Leverkusen, what turned out to be the winning goal was scored by David Mokwa, a young striker plucked from Hoffenheim's reserves in January.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. The numbers tilt towards Den Bosch, and a 1-2 away win looks the more probable outcome. With positions in the Eerste Divisie table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. All I ever wanted to do was win a championship for the New York Giants.” Beckham Jr is likely to play in the Giants’ first preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings at MetLife Stadium next weekend.