Match Analysis: Ajax vs AZ Alkmaar – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-03-16
- Time: 3:45 PM UTC
- Location: Johan Cruijff ArenA
Game Overview
Ajax, leading the Eredivisie table, hosts AZ Alkmaar in a crucial match. Ajax is on a strong domestic run, while AZ Alkmaar seeks to bounce back from recent setbacks.
Key Factors to Consider
- Ajax has been dominant in the Eredivisie, maintaining a ten-game winning streak with a strong defense and prolific attack. AZ Alkmaar has struggled recently, losing their last two away matches.
- AZ Alkmaar has had recent success against Ajax, winning two of their last five meetings and drawing one. However, Ajax's current form could shift the balance.
- Ajax is without Wout Weghorst, Youri Regeer, and Owen Wijndal due to injuries. AZ Alkmaar misses Mayckel Lahdo, Denso Kasius, Sven Mijnans, and Ruben van Bommel.
- Both teams are coming off Europa League exits, which might affect their morale. Ajax's home advantage and recent form could be decisive.
- Ajax is highly motivated to maintain their lead in the Eredivisie, while AZ Alkmaar needs a win to stay in contention for European spots.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Ajax: -135, AZ Alkmaar: 360, Draw: 260 | Ajax | β β β β β 80% |
Spread | Ajax: -0.75 -102, AZ Alkmaar: 75 -118 | Ajax -0.75 | β β β β β 75% |
Over_under | Over 2.5: -115, Under 2.5: -105 | Over 2.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Predicted Outcome
Ajax is likely to win due to their strong recent form and home advantage.
Predicted Score: Ajax 2-1 AZ Alkmaar