Ajax vs Shelbourne prediction
According to Soccernews.
Context
Ajax, after finishing last season in fifth position, is now focused on qualifying for the Conference League. The team showed signs of recovery with a convincing victory against Vojvodina and aims to consolidate its position as a leading club in Europe.
Why it matters
The match between Ajax and Shelbourne represents an important opportunity for the hosts to regain confidence after a disappointing season in the Eredivisie. With the goal of qualifying for the Conference League, each match has a significant impact on their season and team morale, especially after recent criticism from fans.
Key points
- Ajax vs Shelbourne prediction.
- In qualifying for the Conference League, Ajax hosts Shelbourne: here is the match prediction.
- Prediction: Ajax vs Shelbourne.
On Thursday evening, Ajax will return their focus to Conference League qualifying when they host Shelbourne in Amsterdam. With the 2026/27 campaigns of Europe's top leagues scheduled to begin in just a few days, there are plenty of exciting betting promotions available.
Prediction: Ajax will win both halves
Best odds: 19/20
Bookmaker: 1xBet
Ajax
Starting with the hosts, who finished in a disappointing fifth place in the Eredivisie last season, Ajax find themselves at the center of a public crisis. With the fans protesting the team en masse and with results that don't give the idea of a real comeback for the title, the Dutch giants need stability.
However, the arrival of former Girona coach Michel has brought a breath of optimism to Amsterdam. The team easily overcame Vojvodina, a Serbian team, winning the double match 8-2 and goes into this qualifying match with great confidence.
News from Ajax
Julian Brandt, signed from Borussia Dortmund, should make his debut in official competitions on Thursday. Marcos Leonardo, another new signing, should also have space. Daley Blind, experienced defender, will be confirmed. Oscar Gloukh, who scored a hat-trick in the last qualifying match, will also be fielded in this match.
Shelbourne
The visitors, who are having a disappointing season in Ireland, appear to have staked everything on qualifying for the Conference League. They managed to overcome Kalju, an Estonian team, winning the double match 6-4. However, John Russell's team face a tall order in Amsterdam.
The Reds are not going through a good moment and were defeated 1-0 by Waterford in their last league match. Furthermore, the team has a poor record on the road, having lost the last three matches played away from home and has not won away in six competitive matches.
News from Shelbourne
Mipo Odubeko, a striker who was on loan from West Ham, is out due to injury. Sean Moore, who scored two goals in previous qualifiers, will start. Kameron Ledwidge will play defense.
Key Factors of Ajax vs Shelbourne
- Thursday's match will be the first ever match between the two teams.
- Ajax won 8-2 in the aggregate of their two qualifying matches against Vojvodina.
- Shelbourne have won only 2 of their last 9 competitive matches.
- The Irish have lost their last 3 away games.
- Shelbourne have not won away from home in 6 games (3 losses and 3 draws).
Conclusion
Ajax wants to confirm its dominance in the European qualifiers and goes into this match with great confidence. The team is having a good moment under Michel's leadership and should win Thursday's match easily.
Prediction: Ajax will win both halves
Best odds: 19/20
Bookmaker: 1xBet
