5 February 2023 at 11:15

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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.

Cambuur0wins
1draws10 meetings
Ajax9wins

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: 7.2%

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 9.4%Draw 17.4%Away 80.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min9.005.501.22
Max11.765.971.27
Over 2.5: 66.7%Under 2.5: 40.0%
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 market8.2%16.1%75.7%
Public market10.1%15.7%74.2%
Δ1.9%0.4%1.5%

Cambuur vs Ajax — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Ajax
Result vs. Market: Ajax (80%)

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.

CambuurHalf-time:02Ajax
4Shots20
1Shots on target5

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: Cambuur

W 59D 61L 152
Over 2.559
Goals scored298

Away Record: Ajax

W 738D 212L 159
Over 2.565
Goals scored2738

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Ajax defeated Cambuur 5:0. The match was played in Eredivisie 2022. Goals were scored by D. Tadić 16′, S. Berghuis 36′, S. Berghuis 64′, B. Brobbey 79′, B. Brobbey 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Cambuur had 25% possession while Ajax held 75%. Cambuur had 4 shots (1 on target) compared to 24 (9 on target) for Ajax. Cambuur made 5 substitutions, Ajax made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Cambuur and Ajax — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Cambuur
Ajax
Kick Off
16′
D. Tadić

assist: D. Klaassen

36′
S. Berghuis

assist: M. Kudus

Half Time
F. SmandM. Paulissen
46′
M. HoedemakersR. Balk
58′
S. van der WaterB. Johnsen
58′
64′
S. Berghuis

assist: D. Tadić

73′
O. WijndalJ. Hato
73′
D. TadićB. Brobbey
M. BreijM. Mahi
74′
N. FoorV. Pichel
80′
85′
K. TaylorY. Regeer
86′
D. KlaassenFrancisco Conceição
86′
D. RenschK. Fitz-Jim
90+3′
B. Brobbey

assist: S. Berghuis

Full Time

Match Statistics

Cambuur had 25% possession against Ajax's 75%. Cambuur registered 4 shots (1 on target) while Ajax managed 24 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 18–6.

1Shots on Goal9
2Shots off Goal7
4Total Shots24
1Blocked Shots8
4Shots insidebox15
0Shots outsidebox9
18Fouls6
3Corner Kicks6
0Offsides2
25%Ball Possession75%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
261Total passes793
195Passes accurate712
75%Passes %90%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Cambuur lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under S. Ultee, while Ajax deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Heitinga.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cambuur is —, compared to 6.86 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. Cambuur's highest-rated starter is —, while Ajax's best-rated player is S. Berghuis (7.29).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Cambuur have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Ajax's starters account for 13 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by D. Klaassen (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Cambuur deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Ajax's 4-man backline averaging 6.63. 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

Cambuur field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Ajax's 3 rated 7.02. 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

Cambuur start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 Cambuur and 84% 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

Cambuur's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 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 Cambuur's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Ajax average 27.4 (youngest: D. Rensch (22), oldest: S. Berghuis (34)). 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

Cambuur's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 15 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.

Cambuur5-4-14-3-3Ajax
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Ruiter24Wermesk.15Tol33Smand4Bergsma16Bangura14Breij21Kaam6Hoedema.19Foor11Water12Rulli15Rensch4Álvarez2Timber5Wijndal23Berghuis8Taylor6Klaassen20Kudus10Tadić7Bergwijn

Substitutes

Coach: S. Ultee

Substitutes

Coach: J. Heitinga

CambuurPosition StrengthAjax
Avg Rating
6.86
Defender (5 v 4)6.63
0G 0A1G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 3)7.02
0G 0A12G 8A
Cambuur5-4-1
12GoalkeeperR. Ruiter
24DefenderS. van Wermeskerken
15DefenderM. Tol
33DefenderF. Smand
4DefenderL. Bergsma
16DefenderA. Bangura
14MidfielderM. Breij
21MidfielderD. van Kaam
6MidfielderM. Hoedemakers
19MidfielderN. Foor
11ForwardS. van der Water
Ajax4-3-3
12GoalkeeperG. Rulli
15DefenderD. Rensch6.5
4DefenderE. Álvarez
2DefenderJ. Timber
5DefenderO. Wijndal6.81G
23MidfielderS. Berghuis7.34G2A
8MidfielderK. Taylor6.92G4A
6MidfielderD. Klaassen6.96G2A
20ForwardM. Kudus
10ForwardD. Tadić
7ForwardS. Bergwijn

Recent Form

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

Cambuur

LDDLWL

Ajax

WLDWLD

Cambuur vs Ajax Head to Head Results

Cambuur and Ajax have met 10 times — Cambuur won 1, Ajax won 8, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2013. Ajax leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 10 meetings. A combined 42 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.20 per match (9 for the home side, 33 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.

1

Cambuur

1

Drawn

8

Ajax

Goals: 9Goals: 33

Recent Meetings (10)

3 Sept 2022Ajax4 – 0Cambuur
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