- Aston Villa has been shut out in two straight matches.
- Ajax has shut out two of its past three opponents.
- The Villans have allowed two or more goals in three of their past four matches.
Ajax is on a three-match unbeaten streak, seeking momentum to advance past the Round of 16 in the Europa Conference League. The puzzle Ajax will have to solve is breaking down Aston Villa’s defense. Ajax hardly generated any chances during the first leg with of Europa Conference action with Aston Villa.
Aston Villa vs Ajax Picks
- Pick: Aston Villa -300
Fortunately for Ajax, Aston Villa has the same challenge ahead of it. People looking at Aston Villa vs Ajax Amsterdam odds will see that the Villans couldn’t score either. Whichever team can find a way to break through will be the one that can march on to the quarterfinals. Let’s take a look at the scores and odds for this game.
Aston Villa vs Ajax Odds
Team | Handicap | Moneyline | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Aston Villa | -1½ -112 | -300 | O 3, 3½ Ev |
Ajax Amsterdam | +1½ -118 | +471 | U 3, 3½ -130 |
Draw | +420 |
Soccer odds show that anyone looking to be on Ajax to win in regulation would bring back a $471 profit on a $100 bet. Backing Aston Villa to win in regulation would bring back $100 in profit on a $300 wager.
Anyone who believes the match will end in a draw will bring back $275 in profit on a $100 bet at BetUS.
Aston Villa vs Ajax Information
Aston Villa vs Ajax
Location: Villa Park, Birmingham, England
Date & Time: Thursday, March 14, 2024 4:00 p.m.
How to watch: Paramount+
Aston Villa vs Ajax Analysis
The Villans need to up its game
Aston Villa wasn’t up to snuff during the first leg of this competition. People looking at Aston Villa vs Ajax Amsterdam odds will see the Villans only held the ball for 40 percent of the match. Aston Villa only connected on 80 percent of its passes, making it hard to start the attack.
Aston Villa got embarrassed in its last EPL match. The Villans were shutout by Tottenham and only generated an xG of .8. Ollie Watkins has a team-high 16 goals for Aston Villa. Douglas Luiz and Leon Bailey have contributed nine and eight goals, respectively. Aston Villa is at its best in the soccer standings when it is aggressive.
Aston Villa Projected Lineup:
Martinez; Cash, Carlos, Torres, Moreno; McGinn, Luiz, Iroegbunam, Tielemans; Diaby, Watkins
Aston Villa Injuries:
Jhon Duran has a hamstring injury, which is questionable. Jacob Ramsey is also questionable to play.
Ajax hopes for a big victory
Ajax has been forced to settle for draws during its past two matches. People looking at Aston Villa vs Ajax Amsterdam odds will see that the Villans only generated an xG of .8 during the first leg of this matchup. Ajax has allowed two or more goals in five of its past eight matches.
The Jews can improve in their European performance if they can beat Aston Villa. Brian Brobbey leads Ajax’s attack with 16 goals. Chuba Akpom has also scored six goals for Ajax.
Ajax Projected Lineup:
Ramaj; Sutalo, Kaplan, Hato; Rensch, Mannsverk, Henderson, Sosa; Hlynsson, Taylor; Brobbey
Ajax Injuries
Steven Bergwijn is out with injuries.
Aston Villa vs Ajax Pick and Prediction
This will be a big lift for anyone making soccer picks. Both teams enter this game on equal footing in the aggregate score and can make it to the next round just by scoring one goal and shutting their opponent out. Both teams will want to avoid extra ties or penalty kicks, as both have things to worry about in their domestic league.
Aston Villa has the home-field advantage. While Ajax will be a formidable challenge, the Villans should find a way to do enough at home to advance.
- Pick: Aston Villa -300
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