Heracles Almelo vs Ajax Amsterdam Prediction: The Amsterdammers Tend To Be A Difficult Team To Overcome Sometimes!

Heracles Almelo will welcome Ajax Amsterdam to the Erve Asito in the ninth round of the Eredivisie. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Heracles Almelo

Form: LWWDL

Heracles Almelo have the international break to be grateful for, as it came at the perfect time for them to recover from their gutsy 4-1 defeat against Go Ahead Eagles at De Adelaarshorst. This marked their third consecutive away defeat in H2H meetings in which they have conceded exactly four goals.

However, before their unfortunate ordeal, their efforts to regain momentum went unnoticed, as they managed to secure a two-match winning streak, halting a five-match winless run in the league (D3, L2). Thanks to that surging form, they occupy 12th place in the standings, though they have maintained just a two-point cushion over the relegation playoffs.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-2-1

De Keijzer; Benita, Mirani, Mesik, Roosken; Keersmaecker, Van Kaam; Zand, Engels, Podgoreanu; Kulenovic

Ajax Amsterdam

Form: WWDWL

A visiting Ajax Amsterdam side is surely going to inflict more damage on Heracles and hand them their second consecutive defeat, given that their last visit to Erve Asito witnessed them run out 4-2 winners. Despite that, the Amsterdammers will want to remain cautious as they have conceded the first goal in two of their last H2H encounters. 

Coming into this clash, Ajax have avoided defeat in their last eight matches across all competitions (W6, D2). Their most recent match was a 3-1 win over Groningen at home, and this comes after playing out a 1-1 draw against Slavia Prague in the UEFA Champions League. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Pasveer; Rensch, Sutalo, Baas, Hato; Van den Boomen, Klaassen, Taylor; Traore, Brobbey, Godts

Match Facts

• Heracles Almelo are currently on a six-match winless run when playing against Ajax Amsterdam.
• Ajax Amsterdam have avoided defeat in their last four away matches across all competitions.
• Heracles Almelo averages 0.88 goals per game when playing at home, and Ajax Amsterdam averages 2.17 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 36 meetings, Heracles Almelo have won 3 times, Ajax Amsterdam have won 26 times, and there have been 7 draws, with the goal difference being 91-23 in favour of Ajax Amsterdam. 

Expert Betting Tips

Ajax Amsterdam boast the best defensive record in the league, but they have lacked attacking potency, though that shouldn't deter them from walking away with maximum points in this upcoming encounter. 

The Amsterdammers have won their last three matches in this fixture and should have no trouble cruising to a comfortable win. Therefore, support them in the full-time market combined with the total over 1.5 goals.

• W2 & TO 1.5 for 1.63
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.71
• Anytime Goalscorer - Brian Bobbey for 1.83