There is a huge amount on the line for Ajax and Dinamo Kiev in terms of prestige and financial reward heading into this two legged play-off.
The winner will earn a place in the group stages of the Champions League whilst the loser will drop into the Europa League, and both sides will feel they belong in Europe’s premier club competition.
Ajax are favourites to progress and they will be aiming to use home advantage effectively as they have done in the previous rounds, to ensure they take a lead to Ukraine next week.
Latest odds
bet365 offer Ajax at 4/7 (1.57) to win the tie and at 8/13 (1.61) to claim a victory on Wednesday evening.
Dinamo meanwhile are priced at 29/10 (2.90) to win in the Netherlands and at 17/4 (5.25) to qualify, with a draw at the Johan Cruyff Arena priced at 29/10 (2.90).
Team news
Brazilian attacking midfielder David Neres went off injured during the weekend Eredivisie win at VVV Venlo and is a doubt for the game, whilst Kasper Dolberg is yet to feature this season after picking up an injury in the summer.
Preview
Ajax’s home record in the Champions League (including both qualifiers and group stages) is relatively strong with the side suffering just two defeats in their last 12 games.
It is notable too, how frequently Ajax have found the back of the net, with the Dutch side failing to score just twice in their last 17 home Champions League ties – against Barcelona and Real Madrid, respectively.
Erik ten Hag’s men have scored in their last seven home games in the competition, racking up 15 goals in the process, and they should be able to contribute to another high scoring game on Wednesday evening.
Tips and predictions
Ajax have scored over 1.5 goals in each of their last five Champions League qualifiers, and a repeat is offered at 4/5 (1.80).
Over 2.5 goals in the game has paid out in four of their last five qualifiers and is priced at a tempting evens (2.00).
Prices correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
Over 2.5 goals at evens (2.00) for 1.5pt stake at bet365
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