Our Ajax vs AZ Prediction: 2-1
Ajax vs AZ in the Netherlands Eredivisie is scheduled for an 15:45 GMT kick-off on Sunday March 16, 2025. A 2-1 victory for the hosts is our top prediction, yet given both teams’ attacking form, BTTS seems like a smart betting choice.
Our prediction is supported by key Ajax vs AZ stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Ajax's Last Match – Eintracht Frankfurt vs Ajax
After suffering a 1-4 UEFA Europa League loss to Eintracht Frankfurt, Ajax must win to get back on track. In that match, Ajax controlled 47% of possession and managed 11 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Eintracht Frankfurt | 53% | 14 (9) | 2.49 | 54 |
Ajax | 47% | 11 (5) | 0.55 | 48 |
AZ's Last Match – Tottenham vs AZ
AZ will be looking to bounce back after a 1-3 UEFA Europa League defeat against Tottenham on March 13. In that match, AZ saw 40% of the ball and created 4 goal attempts, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tottenham | 60% | 8 (4) | 2.05 | 62 |
AZ | 40% | 4 (2) | 1.31 | 34 |
Ajax vs AZ Stats
Key Stats
| Ajax | AZ | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.35 | Attacking Strength | 1.19 |
| 0.52 | Defence Strength | 0.67 |
| 2.1 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 7/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 0/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.7 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Ajax are averaging 1.7 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per match, while AZ average 1.9 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
Ajax 17-9
AZ 19-12
What are the odds for this match?
Ajax to win: @1.8
Draw: @3.8
AZ to win: @4.2
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.925
Lineups
Ajax (4-3-3) : Matheus, Anton Gaaei, Josip Sutalo, Youri Baas, Jorrel Hato, Kian Fitz-Jim, Jordan Henderson, Kenneth Taylor, Bertrand Traore, Brian Brobbey, Mika Godts
AZ (4-2-3-1) : Rome Jayden Owusu Oduro, Denso Kasius, Wouter Goes, Alexandre Penetra, David Moller Wolfe, Peer Koopmeiners, Jordy Clasie, Zico Buurmeester, Kristijan Belic, Ernest Poku, Troy Parrott