AFC Ajax vs Inter Milan, UEFA Champions League 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

AFC Ajax vs Inter Milan Match Prediction & Analysis

This will be a great start to the first week of Champions League play, with two teams that could potentially make deep runs facing off once again. Ajax has hopes of finally making it to the semifinals. 

While their opponents, Inter Milan, made it all the way to the finals last season. This intriguing match will take place on Thursday, September 18th, at 12:30 A.M. IST in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

TEAMS PREVIEW

AFC Ajax Preview

As Ajax has started their domestic season on a strong note, this match will be quite vital for them to build even more momentum. With Wout Weghorst leading the front, he continues to be an amazing striker who can finish from nearly anywhere. Scoring three times, he has already been an all-around lethal option that finds innovative ways of creating chances. 

With Steven Berghuis, who has 35 progressive passes, being a key person to push the ball forward, he has continued developing runs that have led to scoring opportunities, while also providing two assists.

Another key aspect has been Davy Klaassen, with 13 progressive passes, as he continues building on past outings and has also scored once past the keeper this season. Although Oscar Gloukh has yet to have a goal or assist this season, his speed with the ball and ability to find open players to create breakaways have been very important. 

Their main defensive-minded midfielder remains Kenneth Taylor, as he has created eight interceptions and six clean tackles, which have led opposing offenses to retreat. On the back end, Ko Itakura and Youri Baas will be important to help goalie Vítězslav Jaroš keep shooters in check.

Ajax Probable Starting Lineup - Viteslav Jaros(GK), Josip Sutalo(D), Anton Gaaei(D), Ko Itakura(D), Youri Baas(D), Kenneth Taylor(MD), Davy Klaasen(MD), Oscar Gloukh(MD), Steven Berghuis(FW), Wout Weghorst(FW), Mika Godts(FW)

Inter Milan Preview

This is one of the most loaded units for Inter Milan looking to make it far into the tournament once again. Led by Marcus Thuram up front, who has already found the back of the net twice, his combination with Lautaro Martinez will be something special. 

As both are extremely fast and skilled when singled out, their pressure allows one another to get favorable advantages and score goals. With Nicolo Barella in the middle, he is one of the best midfielders who can apply pressure and deliver key passes to people on the front lines.

With 18 progressive passes, this is someone who keeps finding innovative ways to run past defenders and gets support from veteran Henrikh Mkhitaryan, who has 10 himself. With Federico Dimarco also improving after he has moved up the line. 

It allows Hakan Calhanoglu, with one block, to play in more of a defensive manner alongside Denzel Dumfries. On the back line, Benjamin Pavard, with two interceptions, and Alessandro Bastoni should really help Yann Sommer make some amazing saves.

Inter Milan Probable Starting Lineup -  Yann Sommer(GK), Benjamin Pavard(D), Francesco Acerbi(D), Alessandro Bastoni(D), Denzel Dumfries(MD), Henrikh Mkitaryan(MD), Nicolo Barella(MD), Hakan Calhanoglu(MD), Federico Di Marco(MD), Lautaro Martinez(FW), Marcus Thurman(FW)

AFC AJAX vs INTER MILAN
Winning Prediction

While Ajax may try to defend with a stronger backline, Inter Milan's experience and winning form give them the edge. With Marcus Thuram continuing to create chances up front and Lautaro Martinez also poised to strike, Inter will ultimately secure a 2-0 victory.

Inter Milan to Win (2-0)

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