3 September 2022 at 14:30

40
Full Time
Referee: J. Kooij

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.

Ajax9wins
1draws10 meetings
Cambuur0wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

4.4

Average goals per game

80%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.0%

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 90.9%Draw 9.4%Away 4.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.089.5017.85
Max1.1211.2726.00
Over 2.5: 86.2%Under 2.5: 20.0%
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 market86.0%8.6%5.4%
Public market87.1%8.7%4.2%
Δ1.1%0.2%1.2%

Ajax vs Cambuur — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Ajax
Result vs. Market: Ajax (91%)

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.

AjaxHalf-time:20Cambuur
22Shots5
8Shots on target3

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
05/02/23Cambuur0–5Ajax10.59/5.74/1.25
03/09/22Ajax4–0Cambuur1.10/10.59/22.28
11/03/22Cambuur2–3Ajax17.00/9.26/1.13
18/09/21Ajax9–0Cambuur1.09/10.59/24.92
21/11/15Ajax5–1Cambuur1.18/6.70/15.48
09/04/16Cambuur0–1Ajax9.60/5.37/1.30
09/11/14Cambuur2–4Ajax3.69/3.70/1.96
10/05/15Ajax3–0Cambuur1.42/4.71/6.78
15/12/13Cambuur1–2Ajax5.27/4.28/1.57
09/03/14Ajax1–1Cambuur1.21/6.43/13.00

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: Ajax

W 738D 212L 159
Over 2.565
Goals scored2738

Away Record: Cambuur

W 59D 61L 152
Over 2.559
Goals scored298

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Ajax defeated Cambuur 4:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by S. Bergwijn 35′, S. Bergwijn 40′, D. Rensch 53′, M. Kudus 64′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Ajax had 74% possession while Cambuur held 26%. Ajax had 22 shots (8 on target) compared to 4 (2 on target) for Cambuur. Ajax made 5 substitutions, Cambuur made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Ajax and Cambuur — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Ajax
Cambuur
Kick Off
S. Bergwijn

assist: D. Klaassen

40′
Half Time
E. ÁlvarezK. Taylor
46′
B. BrobbeyM. Kudus
46′
46′
R. BalkF. Mambimbi
D. Rensch

assist: K. Taylor

53′
58′
S. van WermeskerkenD. Schmidt
S. BergwijnFrancisco Conceição
61′
M. Kudus

assist: C. Bassey

64′
66′
J. ter HeideS. van der Water
66′
R. UldriķisT. Boere
J. TimberJ. Sánchez
79′
D. TadićL. Ocampos
80′
87′
M. BreijD. Sambissa
Full Time

Match Statistics

Ajax had 74% possession against Cambuur's 26%. Ajax registered 22 shots (8 on target) while Cambuur managed 4 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 9–1. Fouls committed: 7–7.

8Shots on Goal2
9Shots off Goal1
22Total Shots4
5Blocked Shots1
13Shots insidebox3
9Shots outsidebox1
7Fouls7
9Corner Kicks1
1Offsides0
74%Ball Possession26%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
672Total passes232
604Passes accurate159
90%Passes %69%

Lineups

Ajax lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under A. Schreuder, while Cambuur deployed a 4-2-3-1 under H. de Jong.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Ajax is 6.90, compared to 6.73 for Cambuur. 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. Ajax's highest-rated starter is S. Berghuis (7.29), while Cambuur's best-rated player is R. Balk (6.73).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Ajax have contributed 10 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Klaassen (6G). Cambuur's starters account for 7 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by R. Balk (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Ajax deploy 4 defenders rated 6.50 on average, against Cambuur'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

Ajax field 3 midfielders averaging 7.10, versus Cambuur's 5 rated 6.73. 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

Ajax start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Cambuur 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 80% for Ajax and 79% for Cambuur. 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

Ajax's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Cambuur. 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 Ajax's starting XI is 30.6 (youngest: D. Rensch (22), oldest: R. Pasveer (42)), while Cambuur average 24.0 (youngest: R. Balk (24), oldest: R. Balk (24)). 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

Ajax's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 36 for Cambuur. 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.

Ajax4-3-34-2-3-1Cambuur
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Pasveer15Rensch2Timber3Bassey17Blind6Klaassen4Álvarez23Berghuis10Tadić9Brobbey7Bergwijn1Virgínia24Wermesk.15Tol33Smand16Bangura21Kaam2Heide14Breij10Pauliss.30Balk28Uldriķis

Substitutes

Coach: A. Schreuder

Substitutes

Coach: H. de Jong

AjaxPosition StrengthCambuur
6.90
Avg Rating
6.73
6.90Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.50Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.10Midfielder (3 v 5)6.73
10G 4A7G 4A
Ajax4-3-3
22GoalkeeperR. Pasveer6.9
15DefenderD. Rensch6.5
2DefenderJ. Timber
3DefenderC. Bassey
17DefenderD. Blind
6MidfielderD. Klaassen6.96G2A
4MidfielderE. Álvarez
23MidfielderS. Berghuis7.34G2A
10ForwardD. Tadić
9ForwardB. Brobbey
7ForwardS. Bergwijn
Cambuur4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJoão Virgínia
24DefenderS. van Wermeskerken
15DefenderM. Tol
33DefenderF. Smand
16DefenderA. Bangura
21MidfielderD. van Kaam
2MidfielderJ. ter Heide
14MidfielderM. Breij
10MidfielderM. Paulissen
30MidfielderR. Balk6.77G4A
28ForwardR. Uldriķis

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Ajax have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Cambuur show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Ajax

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Cambuur

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Ajax vs Cambuur Head to Head Results

Ajax and Cambuur have met 10 times — Ajax won 8, Cambuur won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. Ajax leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 10 meetings. A combined 43 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.30 per match (34 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (60%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (80%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Ajax are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 9–0 in 2021.

8

Ajax

1

Drawn

1

Cambuur

Goals: 34Goals: 9

Recent Meetings (10)

5 Feb 2023Cambuur0 – 5Ajax
11 Mar 2022Cambuur2 – 3Ajax
18 Sept 2021Ajax9 – 0Cambuur
15 Dec 2016Cambuur2 – 1Ajax
9 Apr 2016Cambuur0 – 1Ajax
21 Nov 2015Ajax5 – 1Cambuur
10 May 2015Ajax3 – 0Cambuur
9 Nov 2014Cambuur2 – 4Ajax
9 Mar 2014Ajax1 – 1Cambuur
15 Dec 2013Cambuur1 – 2Ajax
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026