Ajax vs Lazio Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Both sides meet for the first time in UEFA competition.

Ajax will host league leaders Lazio in their upcoming match in the UEFA Europa League. The match that is scheduled to be played on Friday the 13th can really turn into a nightmare for the Dutch giants if they are not careful.

Lazio have been unbeaten in the tournament so far and have only drawn their last match against Ludogorets. They are currently on 13 points after five games.

On the other hand, the hosts are ranked sixth on the table and are on 10 points in the exact number of matches. They have won three games, drawn one and lost one. As things stand Lazio look to be on course for making it directly to the round of 16.

However, for the Dutch giants a win would certainly boost their chances to qualify as they are sharing the same points with Lyon and Rangers. Unlike Lazio, they cannot afford defeat as it might compromise their direct chance of progressing from the league phase. Young Italian coach Francesco Farioli will have to ensure that his side doesn’t lag behind when these two heavyweights meet.

Kick-Off:

Friday 13th December, 1:30 AM IST

Location: Johan Cruyff Arena, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Form:

Ajax: W-L-W-D-L

Lazio: W-D-L-W-W

Players to Watch

Chuba Akpom (Ajax)

Chuba Akpom has found the back of the net more than once in the UEFA Europa League. Akpom has already scored four goals this season. The 29-year-old has found himself in good form since joining Ajax in the Eredivisie in 2023.

Rasmussen & debutant Bounida help #JongAjax to a home win! 🔥#jajgra pic.twitter.com/Yq9sKIv5nN

— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) December 9, 2024

In 37 appearances for the club, he has scored 13 goals so far. The Newham native will be Ajax’s catalyst against a cruising Lazio.

Nuno Tavares (Lazio)

Left-back Nuno Tavares is doing wonders for his side in the Serie A. The Portuguese sensation is leading the Serie A with the most number of assists this season. Tavares has made a total of eight assists. Tavares who is playing on loan in clubs one after the other is having difficulty of finding a fixed home at this point.

Out of Sight | Napoli-Lazio 🔎➡️ https://t.co/eyXqrpnMCc#NapoliLazio #CMonEagles 🦅 pic.twitter.com/7qxOmKyIHc

— S.S.Lazio (@OfficialSSLazio) December 9, 2024

The 24-year-old has played in three different clubs (Marseille, Nottingham Forest and Lazio) from 2022 across three different countries. Hopefully, after this fantastic display Arsenal will call him back at the Emirates next season. If not, Lazio management will surely look to retain his services by giving him a new contract.

Match Facts

• When Ajax Amsterdam lead 1-0 at home, they win in 73% of their matches.
• When Lazio are down 1-0 away, they win 9% of their matches.
• When playing at home, Ajax Amsterdam have not conceded a goal so far this season.

Ajax vs Lazio: Betting Tips and Odds

• Lazio to win – 3.20 Stake
• Goals over 2.5 – 1.76 1XBET
• Brian Brobbey to score – 6/1 Skybet

Injury and Team News

The Ajax squad will miss out on the services of Gaston Avila, Sivert Mannsverk, Amouriccho Van Axel-Dongen, Devyne Rensch and Benjamin Tahirovic because of injury.

In the Lazio squad, Matias Vecino and Luca Pellegrini are out because of injuries as well.

Head-to-Head

Surprisingly Ajax and Lazio have never played each other in any UEFA competition prior to this.

Predicted Lineup

Ajax predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Pasveer (GK);Hato,Baas, Sutalo, Gaael; Taylor, Van den Boomen, Klassen; Akpom, Brobbey, Berghuis

Lazio predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Provedel (GK);Tavares, Romagnoli, Gila, Marusic; Dele-Bashiru, Guendouzi; Caccagni, Dia, Isaksen; Castellanos

Prediction for Ajax Amsterdam vs Lazio

Lazio’s current form makes them the undeniable favourites. In spite of playing in enemy territory, it seems the “Le Aquile” will steal a victory right under their opposition’s nose. Ajax are not going to go down without a fight however and will definitely plan to ruin the day of their visiting adversary. The fans surely have a match on their hands and it certainly won’t disappoint.

Match Prediction: Ajax 1- 2 Lazio

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