Ajax vs Inter Milan Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

Ajax vs Inter Milan Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: September 17th, 2025 | Johan Cruijff Arena | UEFA Champions League | 20:00 (BST)

The Johan Cruijff Arena is set for a high-stakes UEFA Champions League group stage opener as Ajax host Inter Milan this Wednesday. Ajax, under new management and with a number of fresh faces, will be looking to leverage their home advantage and get off to a strong start. However, they face a formidable challenge in Inter, who have a dominant head-to-head record against the Dutch side and a strong, experienced squad. This match represents a clash of styles, with Ajax's fluid, attacking philosophy going up against Inter's more tactical, defensively solid approach. Both teams are eyeing a crucial three points to get their league phase campaigns underway.

Key Betting Tip: Ajax Double Chance at 1.78 odds (Kwiff Bet) represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Ajax vs Inter Milan Predicted Lineups

Ajax Predicted XI: Vitezslav Jaros, Anton Gaaei, Ko Itakura, Youri Baas, Owen Wijndal, Kenneth Taylor, Davy Klaassen, Mika Godts, Wout Weghorst, Steven Berghuis

With Branco van den Boomen a long-term absentee, the midfield will likely be anchored by Davy Klaassen and Kenneth Taylor, who have a good partnership.

Inter Milan Predicted XI: Yann Sommer, Manuel Akanji, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni, Denzel Dumfries, Nicolò Barella, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Federico Dimarco, Lautaro Martínez, Marcus Thuram

Ajax vs Inter Milan Current League Standings

There are no current league standings for these teams as the Champions League is yet to commence. Ajax are 3rd in the Eredivisie and unbeaten after five games. Inter Milan are 11th in the Serie A with three points from their first three games.

Ajax vs Inter Milan Head-to-Head Timeline

This pair have played each other five times in Europe, but have not met since 2006. Ajax’s only win came in the 1972 European Champion Clubs' Cup final. Inter Milan have three wins, and there has been one draw.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• March 2006: Inter Milan 1-0 Ajax
• February 2006: Ajax 2-2 Inter Milan
• November 2002: Ajax 1-2 Inter Milan
• September 2002: Inter Milan 1-0 Ajax
• May 1972: Ajax 2-0 Inter Milan

Recent Ajax and Inter Milan Matches Analysis

Ajax Last 5 Matches:

• Ajax 3-1 PEC Zwolle
• Volendam 1-1 Ajax
• Ajax 2-0 Heracles
• Go Ahead Eagles 2-2 Ajax
• Ajax 2-0 Telstar

Goals have been flowing for Ajax in their opening five league games, but draws against mid-table opposition prove that they are not invincible.

Inter Milan Last 5 Matches:

• Juventus 4-3 Inter Milan
• Inter Milan 1-2 Udinese
• Inter Milan 5-0 Torino
• Inter Milan 2-0 Olympiacos
• Monza 2-2 Inter Milan

After a strong thrashing to kick the Serie A season off, Inter have lost two straight games, conceding six goals in that time.

Ajax vs Inter Milan Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in an Ajax result. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Ajax vs Inter Milan Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Ajax Double Chance @ 1.78 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted an Ajax result in this fixture. Their superior form, home advantage, and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Ajax vs Inter Milan

Wout Weghorst (Ajax): The Dutch striker has had a phenomenal start to the season since his move to Ajax. In his first four Eredivisie games, he has scored three goals and provided one assist. This puts him among the top goal-getters in the Dutch league. His physical presence and clinical finishing will be a major threat to Inter's defence.

Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan): The Inter captain remains one of the most prolific strikers in Serie A. He has scored two goals and provided one assist in his first three league games, demonstrating his consistent goal-scoring ability. His partnership with Marcus Thuram has been a key reason for Inter's attacking success, and he will be looking to get on the scoresheet in the Champions League.

Hakan Çalhanoğlu (Inter Milan): The Turkish international is the creative heart of the Inter midfield. He has a great range of passing and is a threat from set pieces. In his first three league games, he has already provided two assists. His ability to control the tempo of the game and create chances for his teammates will be crucial for Inter to get a positive result.

Ajax vs Inter Milan Match Facts

Broadcast Details: Discovery+ UK & TNT Sports 5

Stadium Information: The Johan Cruijff Arena is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and is the home of AFC Ajax. It officially opened on August 14, 1996. The stadium has a football capacity of 55,865 and a unique retractable roof. It has hosted several notable events, including the 1998 UEFA Champions League Final between Real Madrid and Juventus, the 2013 UEFA Europa League Final between Chelsea and Benfica, and matches during UEFA Euro 2000 and Euro 2020.

Referee: Michael Oliver (England)