Amsterdam eyeing first Europa League victory
Thursday Night Showdown: Marseille vs Ajax at the Velodrome
It's nae the Champions League, but the Europa League group stage still got some excitement brewing! On November 30, two powerhouse teams, Marseille and Ajax, will face off at the iconic Velodrome stadium. Let's delve into the strengths, weaknesses, and what this match means for both sides.
Marseille
Marseille, leading Group B, has been unbeaten in this Europa League campaign, sitting pretty with 8 points. With a win in this upcoming contest, they'll secure a spot in the playoffs, giving their local fans something to cheer about. Their domestic league is a tough cookie, so bagging early progress in the Europa League would be a much-needed morale boost.
Ajax
Meanwhile, Ajax struggles in both the Eredivisie and the Europa League this season. They're currently last in their group with just 2 points. A victory in the clash is essential to keep their hopes of reaching the playoffs alive. They've had a few domestic wins recently, and the coaching change might have given them a fresh perspective. Even though they've been going through a rough patch, they may choose to push forward in search of opportunities.
Gleaning from the Past
In the first leg of this campaign, Ajax and Marseille drew 3-3. In six meetings between these teams at different levels, the over 2.5 goals bet (1.62) and the "both teams to score" bet (1.67) have been successful. Ajax has won once in the Europa League, while Marseille remains undefeated.
Betting Odds with Zenit
If you fancy a punt, Zenit offers these odds for the match: 1.62 for a win by Marseille, 4.40 for a draw, and 5.30 for a win by Ajax.
The Crystal Ball's Verdict
Ajax needs to win this match to have any chance of making it to the Europa League playoffs. However, clinching a victory away at Marseille is no easy task. Marseille hasn't yet sealed their spot in the next round, so they'll pull out all the stops to secure a win. A cautious wager could be on the "both teams to score" bet with Zenit at 1.67.
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- On the 30th of November, Marseille, currently leading Group B in the Europa League, will aim to secure a spot in the playoffs by securing a win against Ajax at the Velodrome stadium.
- A victory for Ajax in this clash is crucial if they are to keep their hopes of reaching the Europa League playoffs alive, as they currently sit at the bottom of their group with just 2 points.
- In the past, the over 2.5 goals bet and the "both teams to score" bet have been successful in matches between Ajax and Marseille, with Ajax winning once and Marseille remaining undefeated.
- According to bookmaker Zenit, the odds for the match are 1.62 for a win by Marseille, 4.40 for a draw, and 5.30 for a win by Ajax, with the "both teams to score" bet available at 1.67.
