Ajax Amsterdam vs Willem II Prediction: Defensive Vulnerabilities Should See The Away Side Get On The Scoreboard

Ajax Amsterdam will welcome Willem II to the Johan Cruijff ArenA in the tenth round of the Eredivisie. 

Let's have a look at the latest Netherlands Eredivisie predictions between Ajax Amsterdam vs. Willem ll, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Ajax Amsterdam

Form: WWWDW 

Undoubtedly, Francesco Farioli's appointment as head coach this season has been the missing puzzle in revitalising the team's performance and ambitions after their previous horrific season. They currently occupy third place in the standings on points with two teams below them.

The Amsterdammers come into this match off the back of a commanding 3-0 victory against Qarabag in the UEFA Europa League, moving them to fourth place in the 36-team table. Their most recent match in the league witnessed them emerge victorious in a seven-goal thriller against Heracles Almelo at the Erve Asito, extending their winning run to three matches.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Pasveer; Rensch, Sutalo, Baas, Hato; Klaassen, Henderson, Taylor; Traore, Brobbey, Godts

Willem ll

Form: DWLLW

Willem ll have been impressive this season and are currently sitting in eighth place after nine games. They are four points behind their opponents in this upcoming encounter, while they've maintained a four-point cushion over the relegation playoff spot. 

After halting a two-match losing streak in the league by defeating Almere City 1-0 away from home, Peter Maes team failed to build up on their momentum as they were held to a goalless draw against Fortuna Sittard last weekend. They head into this match, hoping to return to winning ways. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-1-3-2

Didillon-Hodl; Tirpan, Behounek, Jago, Nizet; Lachkar; Doodeman, Bosch, Meerveld; Sandra, Vaesen

Match Facts

• Ajax Amsterdam have avoided defeat in their last ten matches across all competitions.
• Willem ll will have won just one of their last 18 away matches in the Eredivisie.
• Ajax Amsterdam averages 3 goals per game when playing at home, and Willem ll averages 1.25 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 57 meetings, Ajax Amsterdam have won 47 times, Willem ll have won 7 times, and there have been 3 draws with the goal difference being 173-40 in favour of Ajax Amsterdam. 

Expert Betting Tips

Ajax Amsterdam are riding high as they come into this match unbeaten in their last ten matches and will want to build on this momentum to secure maximum points in front of their home crowd. However, their defence has been cause for concern, and that's something the opposing side will want to use to their advantage to cause an upset, and it won't come as a surprise if both sides were to get on the scoreboard.

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 2.05
• Ajax Amsterdam & Over 2.5 for 1.67
• Total - Over 3 for 1.78