Qarabag FK welcome Ajax to the Tofiq Bahramov Republican Stadium for Wednesday's match six in the Champions League.
View our Qarabag FK vs Ajax predictions below.
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Qarabag FK vs Ajax prediction: Home side advantage
Key stats
- Qarabag FK are undefeated in their last three games and have lost only once in their last nine.
- Ajax have won back-to-back games for the first time this season ahead of this fixture.
- Four of the last six Ajax games have resulted in over 2.5 goals.
Correct score prediction: Qarabag FK 2-1 Ajax
Ajax are going through a disastrous run in the Champions League this season, and they are bottom of the table with no points.
Qarabag FK are 19th in the group phase table with seven points from five games, and they need a strong performance after losing 2-0 to Napoli in their previous Champions League game.
The home side are winless against any Dutch side in Europe, and this is a brilliant opportunity for them to pick up maximum points.
They have scored over two or more goals in six of their last eight games, and we are backing them to score more than Ajax on Wednesday.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Qarabag FK strong favourites
HOME: 19/20 (1.95) – 51.3%
DRAW: 11/4 (3.75) – 26.7%
AWAY: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Thus, you can see Qarabag FK are clear favourites to win the match, mainly due to their impressive recent form, and bookmakers have placed them at 19/20 (1.95) with 51.3% chances of winning.
While Ajax have won back-to-back games, they lost four times previously, and are placed at 5/2 (3.50) with 28.6% chances of winning.
However, BTTS – Yes at 3/5 (1.60), with a 62.5% chance of happening, can be tempting.
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Most recent H2Hs: Ajax edge out
In the last meeting between the two sides, Ajax won 3-0 away at Qarabag FK last season.
The two sides have not met frequently, so the current form will be a deciding factor in predicting the possible outcome.
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Qarabag FK preview: Can they finally win against a Dutch team?
The current position guarantees them automatic participation in the round of 16, and a strong performance against Ajax will put them in a more favourable situation.
The Azerbaijani giants remain in contention for a dream to the knockout stages, and they must do everything to pick up a win here.
Predicted lineups: Kochalski (GK), Silva, Mustafazade, Medina, Jafarguliyev, Bicalho, Jankovic, Andrade, Zoubir, Addai & Duran
Last five results:
- Zira 1-1 Qarabag FK
- Qarabag FK 3-0 Karvan
- Qarabag FK 2-0 Karvan
- Napoli 2-0 Qarabag FK
- Sumqayit 2-4 Qarabag FK
Ajax preview: Can they make it three wins in a row?
The Dutch giants have struggled badly this season, but they have shown signs of progress with two wins in a row.
They will be keen to end an eight-match losing streak in Europe, but need to raise their levels in Baku.
Predicted lineups: Jaros (GK), Gaaei, Itakura, Baas, Wijndal, Klaassen, Gloukh, Taylor, Bounida, Dolberg & Godts
Last five results:
- Sittard 1-3 Ajax
- Ajax 2-0 Groningen
- Ajax 0-2 Benfica
- Ajax 1-2 Excelsior
- FC Utrecht 2-1 Ajax
Player to watch: Mika Godts
Mika Godts has been one of Ajax's most consistent performers this season, scoring six goals and providing five assists.
The 20-year-old has yet to score in the Champions League, and this is a good opportunity for him to open to scoring account.
