Ajax vs Heerenveen: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 16/08

Main prediction: under 1.5 goals

Alternative tip: Ajax to win and both to score

Other market: over 10.5 corners

The season is still early days and Ajax are back on the pitch this 16/08 (Sunday).

The clash is against Heerenveen, at Johan Cruyff Arena, at 15:45, in the Eredivisie.

Only a few matches into the league so far. In their last 5 across all competitions, Ajax have won 4 time(s) and Heerenveen have won 2. Ajax are the clear favourites with a 65% chance at the sportsbooks.

See where to watch, the probable line-ups and the best prediction for Ajax vs Heerenveen.

Prediction for Ajax vs Heerenveen

Overview Ajax vs Heerenveen

Ajax are favourites, with a 65% chance of winning according to the bookmakers and odds of 1.55. Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V.'s performance this season backs up this status. The odds for a Sportclub Heerenveen N.V. win are 6.897 and a draw is 5.556.

In the Netherlands League, Ajax have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded. Julian Brandt leads the scoring chart with 1 goal(s). Meanwhile, Heerenveen have accumulated 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 1 goal(s) scored and 0 conceded, with Luca Oyen as top scorer with 1 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Ajax and Heerenveen

In 32 clashes, Ajax have the advantage over Heerenveen: 25 win(s) against 1 and 6 draw(s). The most recent was on 17/05/2026, in the Eredivisie. draw won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Ajax vs Heerenveen, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

Check out all the predictions for the Eredivisie and see all the analysis before you bet.

Ajax: current form

Ajax have played only 1 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 4 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s).

In the Netherlands League the situation is this:

1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

4 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

3 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Julian Brandt (1 goal(s))

Heerenveen: current form

Meanwhile, Heerenveen have played only 1 match(es) in the Eredivisie.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Luca Oyen (1 goal(s))

Ajax vs Heerenveen key players

In the Eredivisie, Julian Brandt carries Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V.'s attack with 1 goal(s).

The playmaker is Mika Godts, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Mika Godts has 17 goal(s).

On the other side, Luca Oyen is the name that frightens the most for The Super Frisians with 1 goal(s) in the Eredivisie.

In terms of playmaking, Jacob Trenskow leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Jacob Trenskow has accumulated 13 goal(s).

Ajax vs Heerenveen statistics in the Eredivisie

Few matches into the league yet. Ajax have an average of 12 corners and 2 cards per match. Heerenveen have 12 corners and 2 cards. Check the statistics for Ajax vs Heerenveen in the table below.

Ajax

Home

DWWWW

VS

Heerenveen

Away

WLDLW

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 3
  PPG
  3
• 100%
  Wins
  100%
• 100%
  First to Score
  100%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 2
  Scored/game
  1
• 0
  Conceded/game
  0
• 1.54
  xG
  0
• -0.08
  xGA
  0.89

Trends

• 0%
  Both Score
  0%
• 100%
  Clean Sheet
  100%
• 0%
  Failed to Score
  0%

More tips for Ajax vs Heerenveen

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Ajax vs Heerenveen in the Eredivisie:

Correct score prediction for Ajax vs Heerenveen

Both teams rarely concede goals. Ajax hold the advantage in the odds in a clash that tends to be tight. Correct result: Ajax 1-0 Heerenveen. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Ajax vs Heerenveen

Check out where to watch the live match between Heerenveen and Ajax:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Ajax and Heerenveen

The line-ups for Ajax vs Heerenveen in the Netherlands League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax N.V. line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Sportclub Heerenveen N.V. line-up

The Heerenveen starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Ajax vs Heerenveen

Match: Ajax vs Heerenveen

Tournament: Netherlands League 2026/27

Date: 16/08/2026

Time: 15:45 (Brasília time)

Venue: Johan Cruyff Arena

Broadcast: none scheduled

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