30 October 2021 at 16:45

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Full Time
Referee: J. Manschot

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Ajax dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Heracles0wins
1draws10 meetings
Ajax9wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.7

Average goals per game

70%

Games with 3+ goals

30%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.1%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 7.4%Draw 14.7%Away 83.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min11.006.501.18
Max15.007.361.20
Over 2.5: 73.5%Under 2.5: 32.3%
Market favourite:Ajax · Heavy favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market6.6%13.1%80.3%
Public market8.4%14.3%77.3%
Δ1.9%1.2%3.0%

Heracles vs Ajax — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Ajax (84%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

HeraclesHalf-time:00Ajax
7Shots18
5Shots on target7

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
11/04/26Heracles0–3Ajax5.25/4.33/1.57
24/08/25Ajax2–0Heracles1.18/6.84/14.36
16/02/25Ajax4–0Heracles1.22/6.75/10.88
20/10/24Heracles3–4Ajax6.24/4.90/1.44
27/01/24Heracles2–4Ajax6.03/4.94/1.44
12/08/23Ajax4–1Heracles1.17/7.53/12.32
06/02/22Ajax3–0Heracles1.08/11.38/29.28
30/10/21Heracles0–0Ajax13.57/6.79/1.19
13/02/21Heracles0–2Ajax8.64/5.48/1.33
22/11/20Ajax5–0Heracles1.12/9.66/19.82

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Heracles

W 211D 147L 310
Over 2.560
Goals scored900

Away Record: Ajax

W 738D 212L 159
Over 2.565
Goals scored2738

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Heracles and Ajax drew 0:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. 5 yellow cards were shown. Heracles had 30% possession while Ajax held 70%. Heracles had 7 shots (5 on target) compared to 18 (7 on target) for Ajax. Heracles made 2 substitutions, Ajax made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Heracles and Ajax — 0 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Heracles
Ajax
Kick Off
Half Time
63′
S. BerghuisD. Klaassen
71′
AntonyDavid Neres
K. SierhuisI. Azzaoui
78′
78′
D. RenschP. Schuurs
N. BakboordR. Polley
83′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Heracles had 30% possession against Ajax's 70%. Heracles registered 7 shots (5 on target) while Ajax managed 18 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 2–6. Fouls committed: 13–7.

5Shots on Goal7
1Shots off Goal4
7Total Shots18
1Blocked Shots7
5Shots insidebox14
2Shots outsidebox4
13Fouls7
2Corner Kicks6
2Offsides2
30%Ball Possession70%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves5
271Total passes656
172Passes accurate552
63%Passes %84%

Lineups

Heracles lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under F. Wormuth, while Ajax deployed a 4-2-3-1 under E. ten Hag.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Heracles is —, compared to 6.90 for Ajax. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Heracles's highest-rated starter is —, while Ajax's best-rated player is S. Berghuis (7.29).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Heracles have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Ajax's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by S. Berghuis (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Heracles deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Ajax's 4-man backline averaging 6.50. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Heracles field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Ajax's 5 rated 7.29. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Heracles start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Ajax averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Heracles and 80% for Ajax. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Heracles's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Ajax. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Heracles's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Ajax average 32.7 (youngest: D. Rensch (22), oldest: R. Pasveer (42)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Heracles's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 7 for Ajax. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Heracles4-2-3-14-2-3-1Ajax
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Blaswich13Knoester19Bakboord5Rente23Fadiga3Quaglia.10Vloet6Kiomour.14Torre16Sierhuis37Burgzorg32Pasveer17Blind21Martínez2Timber15Rensch4Álvarez8Gravenb.10Tadić23Berghuis22Haller11Antony

Substitutes

Coach: F. Wormuth

Substitutes

Coach: E. ten Hag

HeraclesPosition StrengthAjax
Avg Rating
6.90
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.90
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.50
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 5)7.29
0G 0A4G 2A
Heracles4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Blaswich
13DefenderM. Knoester
19DefenderN. Bakboord
5DefenderM. Rente
3DefenderG. Quagliata
23MidfielderN. Fadiga
10MidfielderR. Vloet
6MidfielderO. Kiomourtzoglou
14MidfielderL. de la Torre
37MidfielderD. Burgzorg
16ForwardK. Sierhuis
Ajax4-2-3-1
32GoalkeeperR. Pasveer6.9
17DefenderD. Blind
21DefenderLisandro Martínez
2DefenderJ. Timber
15DefenderD. Rensch6.5
4MidfielderE. Álvarez
8MidfielderR. Gravenberch
10MidfielderD. Tadić
23MidfielderS. Berghuis7.34G2A
11MidfielderAntony
22ForwardS. Haller

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Heracles have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Ajax show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Heracles

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Ajax

WLDWLD

Heracles vs Ajax Head to Head Results

Heracles and Ajax have met 29 times — Heracles won 3, Ajax won 22, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Ajax leads the head-to-head with 22 victories from 29 meetings. A combined 98 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.38 per match (21 for the home side, 77 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (41%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 18 games (62%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Ajax are currently unbeaten in the last 9 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2024.

3

Heracles

4

Drawn

22

Ajax

Goals: 21Goals: 77

Recent Meetings (29)

11 Apr 2026Heracles0 – 3Ajax
24 Aug 2025Ajax2 – 0Heracles
16 Feb 2025Ajax4 – 0Heracles
20 Oct 2024Heracles3 – 4Ajax
27 Jan 2024Heracles2 – 4Ajax
12 Aug 2023Ajax4 – 1Heracles
6 Feb 2022Ajax3 – 0Heracles
13 Feb 2021Heracles0 – 2Ajax
22 Nov 2020Ajax5 – 0Heracles
23 Feb 2020Heracles1 – 0Ajax
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026