PEC Zwolle VS AFC Ajax

FC Zwolle will be looking to recover from their latest Eredivisie setback when they face Ajax, having suffered a 2-0 defeat to Feyenoord in their previous outing. Zwolle struggled to create clear opportunities despite enjoying 50 percent possession, managing only seven attempts with one on target, while Feyenoord produced 22 shots and eight efforts on target. The result also highlighted Zwolle’s defensive problems, with the club conceding in five of their last six matches and allowing 18 goals during that period. Their inconsistent form at both ends of the pitch could make another difficult afternoon likely against one of the league’s strongest sides. Ajax, meanwhile, arrive with considerably more confidence after defeating Shelbourne 3-1 in the Conference League qualifiers. They dominated proceedings with 71 percent possession and 32 attempts, including 11 on target, as Mika Godts, Owen Wijndal and Kasper Dolberg found the net. The Amsterdam side have scored 12 goals across their last six matches while conceding only five, underlining their attacking efficiency and improved defensive stability. Their recent run of two draws followed by four victories also suggests that Ajax are entering the fixture with strong momentum and plenty of confidence.