Ajax vs Besiktas Prediction: A Draw is Likely.
The Europa League match between Ajax and Besiktas will take place at 2:00 AM on September 27th. Nghe An Newspaper provides statistics, analysis of form, football predictions, and a score prediction for this match.
Latest team news for Ajax vs Besiktas
Steven Berghuis, who won Ajax's assist award last season, will miss Thursday's home game as he continues to recover from an injury sustained in August. Ajax will also be without Sivert Mannsverk, the 22-year-old expected to return next month with an ankle problem.
The team is also short on options in defense as center-back Gaston Avila is still unavailable this season due to a knee injury. Besiktas, meanwhile, are struggling defensively with defender Necip Uysal out until mid-November with a ligament injury. However, Joao Mario and Milot Rashica contributed goals in the win against Eyupspor and are expected to retain their positions on the flanks.
Latest predicted lineups for Ajax vs Besiktas
Ajax:
Pasveer; Rensch, Sutalo, Kaplan, Hato; Klassen, Henderson, Taylor; Traore, Brobbey, Weghorst
Besiktas:
Gunok; Svensson, Paulista, Uduokhai, Masuaku; Fernandes, Al Musrati, Mario, Silva, Rashica; Immobile
Latest football match prediction: Ajax vs Besiktas
Despite finishing fifth in the Eredivisie, Ajax still qualified for the Europa League after overcoming two qualifying rounds against Greek side Panathinaikos and Jagiellonia Bialystok. Since returning from the international break, Ajax have earned four points from two matches, highlighted by a 5-0 victory over Fortuna Sittard. However, Brian Brobbey, who scored 22 goals last season, is having a slow start with just one goal in four games.
Steven Berghuis' absence due to injury further burdens Ajax's attack, while they are also lacking options in defense. The team is striving for stability and hoping that young players will step up and shine. New signing Bertrand Traore is also expected to contribute to strengthening Ajax's attack during this difficult period.
Besiktas, under the guidance of coach Giovanni van Bronckhorst, are equally determined. They won the Turkish Cup last season and impressively advanced to the Europa League playoffs. The notable addition of Ciro Immobile, a former Lazio player, who has scored four goals in the Champions League this season, shows he is still in top form despite being 34 years old.
Besiktas have also been on an eight-match unbeaten run across all competitions; however, the trip to Amsterdam will be a major challenge. The team has struggled against Ajax recently, losing their last two matches. Nevertheless, with Immobile's impressive form and the momentum from recent victories, Besiktas could spring a surprise and secure at least a point away from home.
Predicting the score for Ajax vs Besiktas
Based on the above football analysis, we and leading football websites worldwide have provided our predictions for the match.Ajax vs Besiktasas follows:
- Sportsmole:Ajax 2-2 Besiktas
- WhoScore:Ajax 1-1 Besiktas
- Our newspaper predicts:Ajax 2-2 Besiktas
When and where can I watch Ajax vs Besiktas live?
To watch the Ajax vs Besiktas match live in the Europa League, taking place at 2:00 AM on September 27th, viewers can tune in to K+ Sport.hereor online sports channels. We hope you enjoy watching football.