Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Ajax
The final score was Heracles Almelo 0-3 Ajax. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Mika Godts put the first mark on the match 16', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Ajax led Shots on target 3-6. Ajax also shaded Possession 40%-60%.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Ajax the favourite at 64.5% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Ajax
64.5%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
AjaxHeracles Almelo
Ajax
3
6
Possession
AjaxHeracles Almelo
Ajax
40%
60%
Total shots
AjaxHeracles Almelo
Ajax
14
18