Twente’s recent performance has been inconsistent, achieving 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 matches. Their attacking form is decent, scoring 11 goals in the last 5 league matches, but the defense shows vulnerabilities. In the previous round, they drew 3-3 away against NEC Nijmegen. Squad-wise, Twente will be missing three players due to injury: a forward with knee issues, a player with a muscle injury, and another with a knee problem. However, key attackers like Payatz and Ojaset are in good form, which strengthens their offensive potential.
Ajax has been in poor form recently, with just 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 games. They lost their last two matches heavily, including a 1-5 away defeat to Chelsea in European competition and a 0-2 home loss to AZ Alkmaar, impacting team morale. Injuries have hit Ajax hard, with multiple key players absent, but the attack led by Weghorst and Mika Gotz still carries threat, while the defense has been conceding frequently.
Looking at their encounters over the past year, Ajax holds a slight edge with 1 win and 1 draw. In the most recent home match, Ajax won 2-0, while Twente drew 2-2 at home. Overall, Ajax has a slight upper hand, but Twente’s home attack could pose challenges, although their defensive vulnerabilities cannot be ignored. Considering recent form, squad availability, and head-to-head records, this match is expected to be closely contested.
Predicted Score: 2-2 or 2-1
Recommendation: Draw or Win for Twente
