21 November 2021 at 15:45

05
Full Time
Referee: A. Lindhout

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.

Waalwijk0wins
0draws10 meetings
Ajax10wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.8

Average goals per game

80%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.9%

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 4.9%Draw 12.4%Away 88.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min15.007.001.11
Max23.249.281.16
Over 2.5: 75.2%Under 2.5: 29.4%
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 market4.2%10.4%85.4%
Public market6.2%13.3%80.4%
Δ2.1%2.9%5.0%

Waalwijk vs Ajax — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Ajax
Result vs. Market: Ajax (88%)

Result matched 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.

WaalwijkHalf-time:02Ajax
9Shots22
2Shots on target10

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
11/01/25Ajax2–1Waalwijk1.13/9.60/16.68
29/09/24Waalwijk0–2Ajax7.26/5.36/1.36
21/01/24Ajax4–1Waalwijk1.25/6.47/9.56
06/12/23Waalwijk2–3Ajax4.97/4.47/1.58
12/02/23Ajax3–1Waalwijk1.14/7.91/18.24
22/10/22Waalwijk1–4Ajax9.52/6.54/1.26
06/03/22Ajax3–2Waalwijk1.06/12.07/33.55
21/11/21Waalwijk0–5Ajax20.41/8.09/1.13
11/04/21Waalwijk0–1Ajax15.82/7.90/1.16
20/09/20Ajax3–0Waalwijk1.05/13.66/36.35

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: Waalwijk

W 227D 187L 394
Over 2.556
Goals scored998

Away Record: Ajax

W 738D 212L 159
Over 2.565
Goals scored2738

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Ajax defeated Waalwijk 5:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2021. Goals were scored by S. Haller 17′, S. Berghuis 42′, S. Berghuis 57′, J. Timber 74′, S. Haller 83′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Waalwijk had 32% possession while Ajax held 68%. Waalwijk had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 22 (10 on target) for Ajax. Waalwijk made 3 substitutions, Ajax made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Antony 53′).

Match Events

Key match events between Waalwijk and Ajax — 5 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Waalwijk
Ajax
Kick Off
17′
S. Haller

assist: D. Tadić

42′
S. Berghuis

assist: D. Blind

Half Time
VAR
53′Goal confirmed
S. BakariI. Bel Hassani
60′
60′
R. GravenberchD. Klaassen
70′
D. TadićM. Daramy
70′
AntonyDavid Neres
74′
J. Timber

assist: M. Daramy

M. KramerF. Stokkers
76′
L. WoutersL. Daneels
76′
79′
J. TimberP. Schuurs
79′
S. BerghuisZ. Labyad
83′
S. Haller

assist: David Neres

Full Time

Match Statistics

Waalwijk had 32% possession against Ajax's 68%. Waalwijk registered 9 shots (2 on target) while Ajax managed 22 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 5–9. Fouls committed: 6–11.

2Shots on Goal10
6Shots off Goal7
9Total Shots22
1Blocked Shots5
7Shots insidebox18
2Shots outsidebox4
6Fouls11
5Corner Kicks9
1Offsides3
32%Ball Possession68%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
306Total passes664
219Passes accurate585
72%Passes %88%

Lineups

Waalwijk lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under J. Oosting, while Ajax deployed a 4-2-3-1 under E. ten Hag.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Waalwijk is 6.72, compared to 7.10 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. Waalwijk's highest-rated starter is L. Wouters (6.93), while Ajax's best-rated player is S. Berghuis (7.29).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Waalwijk have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by M. Kramer (1G). 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

Waalwijk deploy 5 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Ajax's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Waalwijk field 4 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

Waalwijk start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.51, 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 82% for Waalwijk 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

Waalwijk's starters have collected 4 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 Waalwijk's starting XI is 31.5 (youngest: L. Wouters (26), oldest: M. Kramer (37)), while Ajax average 38.0 (youngest: S. Berghuis (34), 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

Waalwijk's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 10 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.

Waalwijk5-4-14-2-3-1Ajax
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Vaessen2Gaari59Touba3Meulens.34Wouters4Adewoye6Anita22Bakari26Augusti.29Kramer7Odgaard32Pasveer17Blind12Mazraoui21Martínez2Timber4Álvarez8Gravenb.10Tadić23Berghuis22Haller11Antony

Substitutes

Coach: J. Oosting

Substitutes

Coach: E. ten Hag

WaalwijkPosition StrengthAjax
6.72
Avg Rating
7.10
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.90
0G 0A0G 0A
6.93Defender (5 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 5)7.29
0G 0A4G 2A
6.51Forward (1 v 1)
1G 0A0G 0A
Waalwijk5-4-1
1GoalkeeperE. Vaessen
2DefenderJ. Gaari
59DefenderA. Touba
3DefenderM. Meulensteen
34DefenderL. Wouters6.9
4DefenderS. Adewoye
6MidfielderV. Anita
22MidfielderS. Bakari
26MidfielderS. Augustijns
7MidfielderJ. Odgaard
29ForwardM. Kramer6.51G
Ajax4-2-3-1
32GoalkeeperR. Pasveer6.9
17DefenderD. Blind
12DefenderN. Mazraoui
21DefenderLisandro Martínez
2DefenderJ. Timber
4MidfielderE. Álvarez
8MidfielderR. Gravenberch
10MidfielderD. Tadić
23MidfielderS. Berghuis7.34G2A
11MidfielderAntony
22ForwardS. Haller

Recent Form

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

Waalwijk

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Ajax

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Waalwijk vs Ajax Head to Head Results

Waalwijk and Ajax have met 18 times — Waalwijk won 0, Ajax won 17, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Ajax leads the head-to-head with 17 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 56 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.11 per match (10 for the home side, 46 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (61%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Ajax are currently unbeaten in the last 18 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–1 in 2020.

0

Waalwijk

1

Drawn

17

Ajax

Goals: 10Goals: 46

Recent Meetings (18)

11 Jan 2025Ajax2 – 1Waalwijk
29 Sept 2024Waalwijk0 – 2Ajax
21 Jan 2024Ajax4 – 1Waalwijk
6 Dec 2023Waalwijk2 – 3Ajax
12 Feb 2023Ajax3 – 1Waalwijk
22 Oct 2022Waalwijk1 – 4Ajax
6 Mar 2022Ajax3 – 2Waalwijk
11 Apr 2021Waalwijk0 – 1Ajax
20 Sept 2020Ajax3 – 0Waalwijk
8 Aug 2020Ajax6 – 1Waalwijk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026