It’s been a nightmare Champions League campaign for Ajax, who sit bottom of the table after three straight defeats. The Dutch giants have conceded 11 goals and scored just once in those matches — the worst combined record in the competition.
A 1-1 draw with Heerenveen at the weekend extended their poor run to one win in six across all competitions. Despite flashes of talent from Mika Godts and Wout Weghorst, Johnny Heitinga’s side look fragile both defensively and mentally.
With several key players out — including Steven Berghuis and Kasper Dolberg — and Kenneth Taylor suspended, Ajax’s chances of turning their European form around look slim.
Galatasaray growing in confidence
In stark contrast, Galatasaray arrive in Amsterdam full of belief after back-to-back Champions League wins over Liverpool (2-1) and Bodo/Glimt (3-1).
Boss Okan Buruk has built a strong, dynamic side led by Victor Osimhen, who has scored in seven consecutive European games, netting nine goals in that run.
The Turkish champions have lost just once in their last eight matches in all competitions and are eyeing a top-eight spot in the standings.
Given Ajax’s defensive woes and Galatasaray’s form and attacking power, the visitors should avoid defeat — and could well claim another big away result.
Prediction: Ajax 1–2 Galatasaray
Tip: X2
