Real Sociedad vs Ajax Prediction 28.11.2024 | Europa League
Real Sociedad
Kick off:
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Ajax
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Contents
- Competition: UEFA Europa League - Matchweek 5
- Date: Thursday, 28th, November 2024
- Kickoff: 20:00 UK / 21.00 CET
- Venue: Reale Arena (San Sebastian)
Ajax will make their way to the Basque Country on Thursday night, looking to extend their unbeaten streak in the Europa League as they square off with Real Sociedad.
Real Sociedad vs Ajax Betting Tips: X2 (DOUBLE CHANCE)
In our view, the Amsterdam team is not receiving the recognition they deserve for this midweek battle, especially considering they’ve regained their distinctive form and showcase lethal shooting skills that could outwit an unsettled Spanish rival and snatch points from Anoeta.
It’s impossible to overlook the fact that Real Sociedad’s European campaign has taken a disappointing turn, as shown by their poor record of just one victory and four points from four matches, leaving them stranded outside the progression spots.
Ahead of the arrival of the Dutch giants, Imanol Alguacil’s troops fell short in gaining the much-needed self-assurance, as their comeback to La Liga post-November break was soured by a frustrating 0-1 defeat in the Basque derby to Athletic Bilbao.
Making matters even worse for the Thursday hosts, the Reale Arena has lost its once-feared aura of invincibility, as Txuri-Urdin have been plagued by devastating run of results this season, with five of their eight home fixtures ending in defeat.
In clear contrast, Ajax are oozing with confidence as they travel to San Sebastian, having remained unbeaten in their last 16 games in all competitions, and they kept that impressive momentum going with a 2-0 win over Zwolle, marking their 13th victory in that remarkable run.
Their unbroken 16-match run without losses includes all four Europa League fixtures this term, with the Amsterdam side putting on stellar performances to rack up 10 points out of 12, locking in second place, which they will strive to defend in their Thursday's clash.
Their recent stellar form is largely thanks to the potent attack that has struck 2+ times in 13 of the last 16 games, and with this in mind, we believe the Amsterdamers will put on another explosive display, causing problems for Real Sociedad and leaving the Basque country with heads held high.
Real Sociedad team news
Real Sociedad’s head coach Imanol Alguacil may opt to give influential duo Ander Barrenetxea and Takefusa Kubo some rest, potentially starting them on the bench against Ajax, with Brais Mendez and Sheraldo Becker set to step in as replacements.
The 20-year-old striker, Orri Oskarsson, will not be available for selection in Thursday's European fixture as he is currently in the recovery room following a calf injury sustained during his November international duty.
Last matches of Real Sociedad
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Athletic Bilbao
1 : 0
Real Sociedad
La Liga
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Jove Espanol
0 : 5
Real Sociedad
Copa Del Rey
-
Real Sociedad
1 : 0
FC Barcelona
La Liga
-
Viktoria Plzen
2 : 1
Real Sociedad
Europa League
-
Sevilla
0 : 2
Real Sociedad
La Liga
Real Sociedad lineup
Goalkeeper
-
1
Álex Remiro
Defenders
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3
Aihen Muñoz
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21
Nayef Aguerd
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5
Igor Zubeldia
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27
Jon Aramburu
Midfielders
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11
Sheraldo Becker
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17
Sergio Gómez
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4
Martín Zubimendi
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24
Luka Sucic
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23
Brais Méndez
Forwards
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10
Mikel Oyarzabal
Ajax team news
In contrast, head coach Francesco Farioli will be unable to call upon the Beligan winger Mika Godts due to a knee injury he sustained prior to the November international break in his team’s 2-2 draw with Twente.
Ajax will be missing Gaston Avila, recovering from knee surgery, and Sivert Mannsverk, who is nursing an ankle injury, while regular midfielder Kenneth Taylor is suspended for the European clash after picking up too many yellow cards.
Last matches of Ajax
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Ajax
2 : 0
PEC Zwolle
Eredivisie
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Twente
2 : 2
Ajax
Eredivisie
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Ajax
5 : 0
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Europa League
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Ajax
3 : 2
PSV Eindhoven
Eredivisie
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Feyenoord
0 : 2
Ajax
Eredivisie
Ajax lineup
Goalkeeper
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22
Remko Pasveer
Defenders
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4
Jorrel Hato
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15
Youri Baas
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37
Josip Sutalo
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2
Devyne Rensch
Midfielders
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8
Kenneth Taylor
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6
Jordan Henderson
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28
Kian Fitz-Jim
Forwards
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25
Wout Weghorst
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10
Chuba Akpom
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23
Steven Berghuis
3 Reasons why we expect X2 (Double chance)
- Real Sociedad have lost five of their eight home matches this season.
- Ajax are riding a fantastic 16-game unbeaten streak across all competitions (W13 D3).
- Eight of Ajax's last nine away matches have resulted in victories.
Main prediction Real Sociedad - Ajax
Ajax win or draw (X2)
Best Odds:
22Bet
1.9
Additional predictions
Real Sociedad & Ajax current standing in Europa League
| League Stage | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lazio | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 - 2 | +9 | 12 |
| 2 | Ajax | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 13 - 1 | +12 | 10 |
| 3 | Galatasaray | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 12 - 8 | +4 | 10 |
| 4 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 - 4 | +4 | 10 |
| 5 | Anderlecht | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 - 3 | +4 | 10 |
| 6 | Athletic Club | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 - 2 | +4 | 10 |
| 7 | Tottenham Hotspur | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 - 4 | +4 | 9 |
| 8 | FCSB | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 9 |
| 9 | Olympique Lyonnais | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 - 4 | +4 | 7 |
| 10 | Rangers | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 - 5 | +3 | 7 |
| 11 | Olympiakos Piraeus | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 - 3 | +2 | 7 |
| 12 | Bodø / Glimt | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 - 5 | +1 | 7 |
| 13 | FC Midtjylland | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 - 3 | +1 | 7 |
| 14 | Ferencvárosi | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 - 4 | +3 | 6 |
| 15 | Manchester United | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 6 |
| 16 | Viktoria Plzeň | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 7 - 6 | +1 | 6 |
| 17 | AZ | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 - 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 18 | Beşiktaş | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 - 8 | -4 | 6 |
| 19 | TSG Hoffenheim | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 - 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 20 | Roma | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 - 3 | 0 | 5 |
| 21 | Fenerbahçe | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 - 6 | -1 | 5 |
| 22 | Porto | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 8 - 8 | 0 | 4 |
| 23 | Slavia Praha | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 - 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 24 | Elfsborg | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 - 8 | -1 | 4 |
| 25 | Real Sociedad | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 - 6 | -1 | 4 |
| 26 | Sporting Braga | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 - 7 | -3 | 4 |
| 27 | FC Twente | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 4 - 6 | -2 | 3 |
| 28 | Malmö FF | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 - 6 | -3 | 3 |
| 29 | Qarabağ | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 - 9 | -6 | 3 |
| 30 | Union Saint-Gilloise | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 - 4 | -2 | 2 |
| 31 | Nice | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 - 8 | -4 | 2 |
| 32 | Rīgas FS | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 - 8 | -4 | 2 |
| 33 | PAOK | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 - 8 | -5 | 1 |
| 34 | Ludogorets | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 - 6 | -5 | 1 |
| 35 | Maccabi Tel Aviv | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 - 11 | -9 | 0 |
| 36 | Dynamo Kyiv | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 - 10 | -10 | 0 |