Ajax vs PEC Zwolle Prediction & Expert Tips

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Ajax are far from satisfied with their recent form despite remaining unbeaten in the Eredivisie so far. The Amsterdam giants came agonizingly close to lifting the title last season, missing out by just a single point, and that disappointment has only intensified their determination for a strong start this time around. Yet, with two draws and two defeats from their opening four matches, they find themselves in 5th place with just eight points, a position that hardly reflects their lofty ambitions.

The hosts will, however, take comfort from their recent home record. In the Eredivisie, they have put together a run of three consecutive home wins while keeping three clean sheets, a testament to their ability to dominate on familiar turf. Their superiority in recent head-to-head meetings with Zwolle should also provide confidence, as Ajax look to reset their campaign and return to winning ways.

Zwolle, on the other hand, had their unbeaten start abruptly ended before the international break when they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Utrecht. Although their performance was encouraging for large spells, lapses in concentration, particularly in the closing minutes of the first half, proved costly, leaving them empty-handed.

Still, there are positives for the visitors to build upon. Under Henry van der Vegt, Zwolle have already shown they can be dangerous on the road, highlighted by a convincing 2-0 victory away to Telstar earlier in the season. Sitting 7th with six points, they head into this clash knowing that an upset could see them leapfrog Ajax in the standings, a potential confidence-booster as they look to cement themselves as a strong mid-table force.

Ajax vs PEC Zwolle Prediction

Ajax are heavy favourites to emerge victorious in this contest because they are unbeaten in their last 23 league matches against Zwolle. This remarkable run, which began back in November 2012, includes nineteen wins and just four draws, showcasing Ajax’s long-standing dominance in this fixture.

At the same time, under 2.5 goals looks like a good deal for this contest. Zwolle’s three league games this season have averaged just 1.7 goals per match, while Ajax’s four outings so far have averaged exactly 2.5, pointing towards a cagey battle rather than a goal-fest.

Lastly, we back Dutch striker Wout Weghorst to score anytime for Ajax because he has been in top form this season. The forward is involved in four goals (3G, 1A) in four games in the Eredivisie this season, and is expected to heavily influence the final outcome of this game.

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Ajax vs PEC Zwolle Betting Tips

Ajax Win & Under 3.5 Goals

OK

2.38 Odds

Wout Weghorst - Anytime Goal Scorer

OK

1.91 Odds