Jong AZ Overpower Volendam 4-1 in Dominant Display
Jong AZ Alkmaar secured a convincing 4-1 victory over FC Volendam on Friday, 18 September 2026, at the AFAS Trainingscomplex. The match, part of the Eerste Divisie, showcased Jong AZ’s clinical finishing despite Volendam enjoying more possession. The final score of Jong AZ 3–0 FC Volendam reported earlier was updated to 4-1, reflecting the complete dominance of the home side.
From the kickoff, Jong AZ were the better team, taking a 2-0 lead into halftime thanks to goals from Hessel de Wit and Jerolldino Bergraaf. After the break, Bendegúz Kovács and Julian Oerip extended the advantage, sealing a comprehensive win. Volendam managed a consolation goal in the second half, but it was merely a footnote in a one-sided affair.
Statistically, Volendam had 55% possession and completed 374 accurate passes to Jong AZ’s 309, yet they were repeatedly picked off by a ruthless home side. Jong AZ registered 20 shots to Volendam’s seven, highlighting their efficiency in front of goal. As football analyst Gary Redknapp noted, “The score tells you what happened. Jong AZ won without the ball, capitalizing on their chances.”
Looking ahead, AZ-2 are expected to maintain their unknown structure, while both Jong AZ and Volendam are expected to use their standard formations. This victory underscores Jong AZ’s ability to adapt and thrive even without dominating possession, a trait that could serve them well in future fixtures.
Shimanta Das 
