Our betting experts preview the Champions League match between Ajax and Liverpool and offer team stats, betting tips and the latest odds.
The spotlight is on both Ajax and Liverpool, as the Champions League rivals go looking to boost their points tally. They face each other on Wednesday in the battle at Johan Cruijff ArenA. Liverpool are aiming to extend the lead on Ajax in the Group A table after they go toe-to-toe in the Netherlands, while the hosts will look to spring a surprise win.
Current table in the Champions League
The current standings in Group A show us how Ajax and Liverpool have performed this season so far. Surely, an exciting battle for three points is on the cards in this round 5 clash on Wednesday.
Current form and previous Champions League encounter between Ajax and Liverpool
Ajax looking for more
Ajax look back on their last three matches with six points to show from their efforts. Against SSC Napoli, they were left empty-handed in a 4-2 defeat, but they avenged themselves by beating Excelsior in a 7-1 win. They followed that up with a 1-4 win against RKC Waalwijk in their most recent outing.
Liverpool can build on recent win
Liverpool look to build on their current momentum with another positive result. The Reds won twice in their last three matches as Manchester City were defeated 1-0 before they beat West Ham 1-0. Nottingham Forest proved too strong, though, and a 1-0 defeat followed.
Latest games between Ajax and Liverpool
The last time the two teams faced off against each other, Liverpool came away as 2-1 winners. It was a match played at Anfield back in September 2022 in the Champions League. This time round, betting on Liverpool will get you odds 1.90, meaning the bookies predict they are in with a 53% chance of three points in Amsterdam. You can get a price of 3.50, should you wish to add Ajax to your accumulator, if that is your preferred betting strategy.
Highlights from the last match between Ajax and Liverpool:
Ajax vs Liverpool Stats
Here are some interesting betting-relevant facts based on statistics from the last couple of matches that Ajax and Liverpool played across all tournaments.
- Ajax have scored in 51 of the last 52 matches
- Ajax have scored in 26 of the last 28 home matches
- In the last 6 matches in a row Ajax played, both teams scored
- Ajax have not lost 12 of the last 14 home matches
- Ajax have conceded in the last 6 matches in a row
- Liverpool have scored in 23 of the last 25 away matches
- Liverpool have scored in 11 of the last 12 matches
- In 5 of the last 6 matches Liverpool played, both teams scored
- In 5 of the last 6 away matches Liverpool played, both teams scored
- Liverpool have conceded in 10 of the last 12 away matches
- Ajax have lost the last 3 matches versus Liverpool in a row
- In the last 3 Ajax matches versus Liverpool the sum of goals was under 3.5
- Ajax have not won the last 3 matches versus Liverpool in a row
- Ajax have conceded in the last 3 matches in a row versus Liverpool
Players to watch in Ajax vs Liverpool
It is difficult to look past Brian Brobbey, when on the search for a marksman. He seems to be on a strong run as he hit the target 5 times in his last 6 games for Ajax. Mohamed Salah has managed to score five times in the last half-dozen matches for Liverpool. It is probably safe to say that they will both be looking to add to their total here once again.
Best betting tips: Ajax vs Liverpool
To sum up, the upcoming match between Ajax and Liverpool seems to be a good betting opportunity. Considering the above statements, we have come up with the main prediction for this game but also some alternative ones.
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