Ajax vs Galatasaray: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Ajax vs Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: Ajax vs Galatasaray

• Date: Wednesday, 05 November 2025

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: Johan Cruijff Arena

Ajax's recent form has been poor, with three consecutive losses, including heavy defeats against Chelsea and Marseille. This could impact their confidence, but playing at home might help them regain some momentum. They will need to be more solid defensively and more clinical in attack to overcome Galatasaray, who have shown they can compete against strong teams like Liverpool.

Galatasaray, on the other hand, have had mixed results but have managed to secure wins against Bodo/Glimt and Liverpool at home. Their away form is less convincing, as seen in the loss to Eintracht Frankfurt. They will need to be cautious and capitalise on any Ajax mistakes to secure a positive result. The game could be closely contested, with both teams looking to assert themselves early on.

Ajax's recent performances have been disappointing, with three losses in a row, including two heavy defeats away from home. This poor run of form could affect their confidence going into the match against Galatasaray. However, playing at home might provide a boost, and they will need to tighten up defensively to avoid another heavy loss. Their attack will need to be more effective if they are to secure a positive result.

• Loss: 1-5 vs Chelsea (A)
• Loss: 0-4 vs Marseille (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Inter (H)

Galatasaray have shown they can compete against strong teams, as evidenced by their wins against Bodo/Glimt and Liverpool at home. However, their away form is less convincing, with a heavy loss to Eintracht Frankfurt. This could be a concern as they travel to face Ajax. They will need to be disciplined and capitalise on any opportunities to secure a result against a struggling Ajax side.

• Win: 3-1 vs Bodo/Glimt (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Liverpool (H)
• Loss: 1-5 vs Eintracht Frankfurt (A)

The head-to-head record between Ajax and Galatasaray shows a recent encounter in the UEFA Europa League on 30 January 2025, where Ajax secured a 2-1 victory. This result suggests that Ajax have had the upper hand in their most recent meeting. However, with both teams' current form, the upcoming match could be closely contested.

• Ajax 2-1 Galatasaray (30 Jan 2025) - UEFA Europa League

• B. van den Boomen (Back Injury) - Out

• K. Dolberg (Stomach Injury) - Out

• S. Berghuis (Groin Injury) - Out

• I. Gundogan (Calf Injury) - Doubt

• W. Singo (Hamstring Injury) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Pasveer (GK), Rosa (DF), Itakura (DF), Sutalo (DF), Baas (DF), McConnell (MF), Taylor (MF), Moro (MF), Gloukh (MF), Godts (MF), Weghorst (AT)

Ajax's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining possession and creating chances through midfield, with Taylor and Godts playing key roles. Defensively, they will need to be more organized and solid to avoid the kind of heavy defeats they have suffered recently.

• Predicted lineup: Cakir (GK), Sallai (DF), Sanchez (DF), Bardakci (DF), Jakobs (DF), Sane (MF), Sara (MF), Lemina (MF), Yilmaz (MF), Akgun (MF), Osimhen (AT)

Galatasaray's predicted lineup indicates a balanced approach, with Sane and Lemina providing stability in midfield. They will need to be cautious defensively, especially with Sallai at the back, and look to exploit any Ajax defensive frailties through Osimhen up front.

• Weghorst vs Sallai: This will be a crucial battle between Ajax's forward Weghorst and Galatasaray's defender Sallai.
• Godts vs Yilmaz: The midfield duel between Ajax's Godts and Galatasaray's Yilmaz could be pivotal in determining the flow of the game.
• Taylor (Ajax): Taylor's ability to control the midfield and create chances will be vital for Ajax's performance.
• Sane (Galatasaray): Sane's role in anchoring Galatasaray's midfield will be crucial in maintaining their structure and launching attacks.

Fans in the UK are able to watch Ajax vs Galatasaray on TNT Sports 8 at 20:00 GMT on Wednesday, 05 November 2025

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