Round 26
Ajax Amsterdam vs. AZ Alkmaar
Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
16.03.25 at 18:45
Ajax Amsterdam are set to host AZ Alkmaar at Johan Cruijff ArenA in the 26th round of the Eredivisie. Ajax are perched atop the league standings with 63 points, while AZ Alkmaar are sixth with 43 points.
Let's head into the match preview to find the best odds on the Ajax Amsterdam vs. AZ Alkmaar game and my expert picks to place your bets.
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Perhaps Ajax Amsterdam's elimination from the UEFA Europa League came as a blessing disguise as they can now focus on their domestic duties. The Amsterdammers lost both legs against Eintracht Frankfurt in the last 16 with the most recent being a 4-1 away.
It has been a different showing from Francesco Farioli's men when it comes to their performance in the Eredivisie. The Sons of the Gods are on course for their first league title since 2019. They lead at the top with an eight point cushion.
In their most recent league match, they beat PEC Zwolle 1-0 away from home extending their winning streak to an impressive ten matches. During this period, they registered eight clean sheets and scored 21 goals.
Probable Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-3
Matheus; Gaaei, Sutalo, Baas, Hato; Fitz-Jim, Mokio, Taylor; Berghuis, Brobbey, Godts
AZ Alkmaar
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AZ Alkmaar, on the other hand, won't be intimidated by such a display from their opponents. In fact, they come into this clash seeking to complete a league double over Ajax having won 2-1 at home in the reverse fixture. They followed up on that triumph with a 2-0 home win in the KNVB Beker.
The Cheese Farmers also suffered the same fate as their opponents in the UEFA Europa League last 16 against Tottenham Hotspur. It was a disappointing result at the end of the day losing 3-1 in the second leg considering they had a one goal advantage from the first leg in Netherlands.
Maarten Martens' now return to league action seeking to answer for their 3-1 away defeat to Heerenveen. That result ended a three-match winning streak without conceding a goal.
Probable Starting XI
Formation: 4-3-3
Owuso-Oduro; Maikuma, Goes, Penetra, Moller Wolfe; Clasie, Buurmeester, Koopmeiners; Sadiq, Parrott, Poku
Match Facts
- Ajax Amsterdam is currently on a ten-match winning streak in the Eredivisie.
- AZ Alkmaar has lost two of their last three matches across all competitions.
- Ajax Amsterdam is unbeaten in their last 12 home matches in the Eredivisie.
- AZ Alkmaar has won just one of their last four away league games.
Head-To-Head
In the last 66 meetings, Ajax Amsterdam has won 32 times, AZ Alkmaar has won 18 times, and there have been 16 draws with the goal difference being 129-80 in favour of Ajax Amsterdam.
History of Head-to-Heads
Eredivisie 2024/2025 
AZ Alkmaar
KNVB Cup 2024/2025
Ajax
Eredivisie 2024/2025
Ajax
Eredivisie 2023/2024
Ajax
Eredivisie 2023/2024
AZ Alkmaar
Ajax Latest Games
Ajax
FC Twente
Ajax
NEC Nijmegen
Sparta Rotterdam
Ajax
AZ Alkmaar Latest Games
AZ Alkmaar
FC Twente
Heerenveen
Almere City FC
AZ Alkmaar
Groningen
Expert Betting Tips
It's true that Ajax Amsterdam has failed to win in any of their last seven encounters against AZ Alkmaar losing five and drawing two. However, let's look at the bigger picture—the home team's resurgence.
I'm certain that the home team can snap that winless run with a comfortable win. They have been the better side compared to AZ Alkmaar and with an improved defensive organization, I won't be surprised if they were to keep a clean sheet.
I don't want to complicate things here as I feel comfortable in taking Ajax Amsterdam in the full-time market to secure all three points.
Our main prediction for the match: W1 for 1.82 with 1xbet.
2nd prediction: Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.80 with Bet365.
3rd prediction: Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.87 with Betway.
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