Our Predictions
Both teams have attacking quality and have struggled defensively, with Ajax failing to keep a clean sheet in their last 9. Odds of 1.36 reflect a high expectation for goals from both sides.
This tie has delivered goals in recent meetings and both teams' attack-minded styles make over 2.5 goals (odds 1.40) look likely.
Galatasaray are unbeaten in 6 and have strong away form. Ajax’s injuries and leaky defense give the in-form Turks the edge at 2.15 odds.
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Ajax vs Galatasaray Champions League Match Preview – Predictions, Odds & Stats
Welcome to Extratips – your home for bold football preview and match picks! Ajax face off with Galatasaray at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on November 5th, 2025, in a high-stakes Champions League battle.
Key match info: Kick-off is set for 20:00 CET. Both sides have split their last three meetings evenly—each winning once, one draw—so expect a tight contest. Ajax will be missing key players like Branco van den Boomen, Kasper Dolberg, and Steven Berghuis to injuries, while Galatasaray travel without Ilkay Gündogan and Wilfried Singo.
Top 3 odds:
- Away win (Galatasaray): 2.15 (favored)
- Home win (Ajax): 3.00
- Draw: 3.90
Recent standings show Galatasaray 2nd in Group B with 7 points, Ajax 3rd with 4 points—motivation runs high as a win could shake up the table!
Head-to-head (last 5):
- 2021: Ajax 2-1 Galatasaray
- 2022: Galatasaray 1-0 Ajax
- 2023: Ajax 1-1 Galatasaray
- 2024: Galatasaray 2-0 Ajax
- 2025: Ajax 1-0 Galatasaray
Recent form:
- Ajax last 5 home: 2W-2D-1L
- Gala last 5 away: 3W-1D-1L
Ajax strengths: Home crowd energy; solid attacking play; strong possession game. Weaknesses: Recent injury woes; inconsistency in defense; low clean sheet rate (none in 9 matches).
Galatasaray strengths: Away form; clinical finishing; unbeaten in 6 matches. Weaknesses: Defensive lapses; reliance on midfield; key injuries.
Influencing factors: Injuries to both teams, Galatasaray’s motivation for top spot, Ajax reforming their midfield.
Storylines: Can Ajax break their winless Champions League run at home? Will Gündogan’s absence hurt Gala’s midfield? Will both sides’ needy defenses produce goals?
Both teams look set to trade blows. Expect plenty of chances, a fast pace, and a result that could swing the group.