LiontipsAjax vs Liverpool. Prediction and Betting Tips for 202-23 UEFA Champions League (October 26, 2022).
Command Analysis
Ajaxhoped to qualify for the playoffs, but the Dutch team lost three games in a row and is only 3rd in Group A now. They are six points behind their visitors and have practically no chance of making it into the Champions League knockouts. Ajax conceded 12 goals in four games, and a devastating (1:6) defeat to Napoli at the Johan Cruijff Arena was the worst home loss in the history of the club.
The team looked decent in the first game against Liverpool, but in the end they lost with a score of 1:2. If they can draw Liverpool at home, they will be able to get into the Europa League playoffs. As for their domestic campaign, Ajax won the last two games with a total score of 11:2. Alfred Schreuder's men have nine wins and one draws, and they sit top of the Eredivisie table. They have delivered 38 goals in 11 games.
Today, the hosts will be without Taylor, Ihattaren, Kaplan, and Rensch.
Liverpoolwere off to a rough start both in the Premier League and in the Champions League. After a devastating defeat to Napoli (1:4) in game one, the English club got three straight victories which allowed the Reds to secure second place in Group A. In the last round, Liverpool thrashed Rangers (7:1). Six goals were scored in the second half, which happened for the second time in the history of the tournament.
Last weekend, Liverpool got upset by Nottingham Forest (0:1). Currently, Jurgen Klopp's team is in 8th place in the Premier League standings with 16 points from 11 games. They are 12 points behind Arsenal, who are the leaders after 11 rounds of match.
Thiago, Nunez, Matip, Konate, Keita, Diogo Jota, Diaz, and Arthurhave all been ruled out of this fixture.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 2:0
Ajax have won 4 of their last 5 home games.
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of the last 5 games of Liverpool, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorners: total over 9.5
In 3 of the last 5 games of the hosts, this bet won.
СтавкаYellow cards: total under 5
This bet played in 3 of the last 5 games of the hosts.
Tip and bets
Ajax need to not lose today, which we believe they can do, especially if we consider Liverpool's list of injuries. We do not expect a high-scoring game, though - the last three games of Liverpool had only one goal, and Ajax will try to be careful on defense and hold the visitors to a draw.
Our prediction — total under 3.5 goals
Ajax will be highly motivated today, unlike the Reds, who have already qualified and need to focus more on ther Premier League campaign. We will be backing the home team here.
Second bet — Ajax to win
