Eredivisie Showdown: Go Ahead Eagles vs. Ajax Preview
The Eredivisie is heating up, and all eyes are on the upcoming match between Go Ahead Eagles and Ajax. Scheduled for August 17, 2025, at De Adelaarshorst in Deventer, this clash promises excitement and strategic gameplay. Referee Danny Makkelie will be officiating the highly anticipated match.
Go Ahead Eagles' Recent Form
Go Ahead Eagles have had a mixed start to the season. They faced a narrow defeat against PSV in the Dutch Super Cup (1-2) and followed it up with a 2-2 draw against Fortuna Sittard in their first Eredivisie match. The team is looking to improve their form and secure a victory against the formidable Ajax.
Ajax's Strong Start
Ajax, on the other hand, started their Eredivisie campaign with a convincing 2-0 win against Telstar. Their pre-season form was also impressive, with four wins, two draws, and only one defeat in seven friendly matches. Ajax aims to continue their winning streak and assert their dominance in the league.
Head-to-Head History
The previous Eredivisie season saw a 1-1 draw at the Go Ahead Eagles' stadium. In the match at Ajax's stadium, Ajax secured a comfortable victory without conceding a goal. Historically, matches between these two teams have been closely contested, making this upcoming encounter even more intriguing.
Betting Insights and Predictions
Several betting trends have emerged from past encounters. Notably, under 2.5 goals have been scored in six of the last seven head-to-head matches. Additionally, the prediction for total corner kicks under 10.5 has been accurate in the last nine matches. Ajax has also been consistent in opening the scoring, doing so in eight of their last ten matches.
Contract Extension for Sean Steur
In other news, Ajax has secured the future of young midfielder Sean Steur with a contract extension until June 30, 2028. This move highlights Ajax's commitment to nurturing young talent and building a strong squad for the future.
Will Ajax justify their favourite status, or can Go Ahead Eagles pull off an upset? Tune in to find out!