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by Stephen Abiola | in Europa League Picks
Ajax versus Eintracht Frankfurt is an exciting UEFA Europa League matchup on Thursday night in the first leg of the round of 16. This is the first time these two sides clash in any competition, so it will be exciting to see who draws the first blood. Ajax are coming off a turbulent UEFA Europa League group stage campaign, finishing 12th with 13 points from eight games. They then proceeded to the playoffs, edging Union SG 3-2 on extra time. Francesco Farioli's men must now come up with a better performance if they are to knock out Frankfurt. The Germans have been standout performers on all fronts this season, including the Europa League, where they finished fifth with 16 points. They lost only two of their games in this competition, including their last assignment against AS Roma (2-0). Frankfurt could send out a statement by knocking out Ajax.
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Ajax vs Eintracht Frankfurt Form
Ajax and Eintracht Frankfurt Latest Matches
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 2, 2025 - Eredivisie
Feb 23, 2025 - Eredivisie
Feb 20, 2025 - Europa League
Feb 16, 2025 - Eredivisie
Feb 13, 2025 - Europa League
Feb 9, 2025 - Eredivisie
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Feb 23, 2025 - Eredivisie
Feb 20, 2025 - Europa League
Feb 16, 2025 - Eredivisie
Feb 2, 2025 - Eredivisie
Jan 30, 2025 - Europa League
Jan 11, 2025 - Eredivisie
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 2, 2025 - Eredivisie
Feb 13, 2025 - Europa League
Feb 9, 2025 - Eredivisie
Jan 23, 2025 - Europa League
Jan 19, 2025 - Eredivisie
Jan 14, 2025 - KNVB beker
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 1, 2025 - Bundesliga
Feb 23, 2025 - Bundesliga
Feb 16, 2025 - Bundesliga
Feb 8, 2025 - Bundesliga
Feb 2, 2025 - Bundesliga
Jan 30, 2025 - Europa League
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 1, 2025 - Bundesliga
Feb 16, 2025 - Bundesliga
Feb 2, 2025 - Bundesliga
Jan 23, 2025 - Europa League
Jan 17, 2025 - Bundesliga
Jan 14, 2025 - Bundesliga
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Feb 23, 2025 - Bundesliga
Feb 8, 2025 - Bundesliga
Jan 30, 2025 - Europa League
Jan 26, 2025 - Bundesliga
Jan 11, 2025 - Bundesliga
Dec 15, 2024 - Bundesliga
Ajax - Eintracht Frankfurt: Form Analysis
Ajax has survived a rough road towards the Round of 16 and will want to start showing more consistent performances. Farioli will likely challenge his men to transfer their league form to this competition. They have won their last 10 league matches, including a 1-0 win on Sunday against Almere. This leaves them at the top of the standings with 60 points, 8 more than PSV. In the Europa League, they have bagged an impressive average of 1.9 goals per game while giving up only 1.0. Their defense has also been resolute, keeping four clean sheets in their 10 matches.
Like Ajax, Frankfurt are doing well in their domestic league, sitting in position three with 42 points.
Frankfurt recent form has been a little wanting after failing to win any of their last seven matches. They are coming off heavy losses against Bayern Munich and Leverkusen, which may negatively impact their confidence as this competition enters a crucial stage. Frankfurt has scored an average of 1.75 goals per game in the Europa League while giving up 1.25. They have also managed to keep three clean sheets in their eight assignments.
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Ajax against Eintracht Frankfurt Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Ajax & Eintracht Frankfurt Squad Analysis
Ajax will hope that their midfielders will continue producing the goodies on the continental stage. Kenneth Taylor, who was on target against Almere last weekend, is sure to start after bagging 5 goals in the previous 15 matches. Kian Fitz-Jim has also been very productive from midfield, scoring 4 goals in the last 14 games. The physical Brain Brobbery, who has notched 2 goals in the previous 11 games, will lead the attack on Thursday. He will get help from Belgium's Mika Godts, who has 4 goals from 14 matches.
Bertrand Traore should give Ajax a goal threat from the bench.
Frankfurt's coach, Dino Toppmoller, will likely stick with the side that lost 4-1 to Leverkusen last weekend. Hugo Etikite should continue in attack after scoring their consolation goal on Saturday. The French striker scored 2 goals in eight matches for the German outfit. They could also count on Michy Batshuayi's experience, with the Belgian striker having graced top European competitions in his long career. Hugo Larsson will provide a goal threat from midfield after scoring 2 goals in seven matches. Angar Knauff will also expect to add to his 2-goal tally in the last eight games.
Most goals and assists
Ajax
Eintracht Frankfurt
K. Taylor
(14 Goals)
H. Ekitike
(22 Goals)
K. Taylor
(7 Assists)
O. Marmoush
(13 Assists)
Ajax - Eintracht Frankfurt Key Points
- The home side have scored at least 2 goals in 6 of their 7 most recent home games.
- Frankfurt have conceded 4 goals in their last 2 matches.
- Frankfurt won only once in their last seven games.
- Frankfurt conceded first in five of their last six games.
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Our Ajax vs Eintracht Frankfurt Prediction
The last meeting between these European giants was in 2020 in club friendlies. Ajax Amsterdam ended up collecting a 2-1 victory. This may give them a slight psychological advantage heading into this matchup. On the competitive stage, the Dutch outfit hasn't lost their last four assignments against German clubs. We expect them to go for an early goal at home in a bid to control proceedings on Thursday. They have scored first in seven of their last eight matches. Overall, it's a close game to call, although Ajax should get a slim victory against the stuttering Eintracht Frankfurt. Our prediction for Ajax vs Frankfurt: Over 2.5 goals.
Ajax vs Eintracht Frankfurt - Other Interesting Picks
Both teams to score.
Frankfurt may be the slight underdogs in this matchup, but they can pull up a surprise. They are currently scoring goals, although their defense is letting them down. Both teams scored in four of their last five matches. If Ajax grabs the lead in this matchup, we expect Frankfurt to respond with a goal or even two. Therefore, our secondary prediction is for both teams to score.
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