Ajax vs Besiktas: Europa League Match Preview

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Ajax

Netherlands

Europa League

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26 September 12:00 UTC

Besiktas

Turkey

Ajax faces Besiktas on September 26 in the opening round of the Europa League. Can the Amsterdam team kick off their campaign with a victory and live up to their status as favorites, or will the Eagles pull off an upset and claim all three points? In this preview, we analyze the prospects of each team for the upcoming match and highlight the most reliable betting options. Which choice will prove successful?

Ajax vs Besiktas Prediction and Betting Tips (26.09.2024)

Command Analysis

Ajax

Netherlands

Current Form

Ajax had a challenging previous season, forcing them to begin their Europa League qualifying journey as early as July. Under the guidance of Francesco Farioli, the team successfully navigated three qualifying rounds, eliminating Vojvodina, Jagiellonia, and Panathinaikos from the tournament. In the Eredivisie, Ajax is currently underwhelming, sitting in ninth place with just seven points.

Injuries and Disciplinary Issues

Avila, Bergheis, Mannsverk, and Baas are currently sidelined due to injuries.

Interesting Betting Trends

Ajax has gone unbeaten in the last four matches, securing three victories and one draw
In their last five matches, Ajax has consistently found the back of the net

Projected Lineup: Pasveer – Rensch, Šutalo, Kaplan, Hato – Fitz-Jim, Henderson, Taylor – Traore, Weghorst, Godts.

Besiktas

Turkey

Current Form

Beşiktaş faced only one round in the Europa League qualifying stage, easily overcoming Swiss side Lugano. The Eagles drew 3-3 away but delivered a stunning 5-1 victory at home to secure a spot in the final group stage. In the Turkish league, Giovanni van Bronckhorst's team currently sits third in the standings, trailing leaders Galatasaray by five points.

Disciplinary and Injury Status

Uysal is injured.

Interesting Betting Trends

Beşiktaş remains unbeaten this season with six wins and two draws
In all eight matches this season, Beşiktaş has scored

Projected Lineup: Günok – Svensson, Paulista, Uduokhai, Masuaku – Fernandes, Al-Musraty – João Mário, Rafa Silva, Rashica – Immobile.

Trends

Bet Exact Score 2:1

In the last nine matches, this score has occurred twice for Besiktas

8.20

Bet Ajax to Score in the Second Half

This bet has been successful in Ajax's last five matches

1.55

Bet Besiktas to Score in the First Half

This bet has been successful in the last eight matches for Besiktas

2.35

Tip and bets

2.09total over three goals

Ajax has shown solid performance in recent matches, continuing to pursue their signature attacking style with a consistent goal tally. Today, the Amsterdam squad is undoubtedly aiming for victory and will likely pose significant challenges to the less stable defense of Besiktas. At the same time, the Eagles have been highly effective in their attacks, managing to score in every match this season, and they will certainly aim to extend that scoring streak.

We anticipate a high-scoring encounter. Our prediction is over three total goals. This bet comes with odds of 2.09.

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2.05Ajax victory

Match Outcome Bet

Ajax features a roster filled with young talent, which can lead to consistency issues. However, playing at home, the Amsterdam side is a formidable opponent for anyone and will surely be motivated today. It's clear that Besiktas faces a tough challenge; despite their decent form, the Eagles have shown vulnerability in away matches, struggling even against Lugano. Therefore, it's sensible to favor the hosts.

Bet - Ajax to win. This wager is offered at 1.95

Corner Bet

As favorites, Ajax will likely dominate possession and should comfortably win the corner count.

Bet - Ajax to win on corners. This wager is offered at 1.61

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