SC Heerenveen vs AFC Ajax: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

SC Heerenveen

W L W W L

8th place in Holland Eredivisie

0-0

17/05/2026 08:30

AFC Ajax

L W W D L

5th place in Holland Eredivisie

Holland Eredivisie

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for SC Heerenveen vs AFC Ajax on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 08:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full SC Heerenveen vs AFC Ajax preview before placing your bet.

SC Heerenveen are currently 8th with 51 points after 34 matches.
AFC Ajax sit 5th with 56 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: AFC Ajax to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history favors AFC Ajax, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. SC Heerenveen have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

08:30

2026-05-17

SC Heerenveen vs AFC Ajax - Prediction & Odds

SC Heerenveen

AFC Ajax

2026-05-17 08:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 PSV Eindhoven	84	34	27	3	4	101	45	56
02 Feyenoord	65	34	19	8	7	70	44	26
03 NEC Nijmegen	59	34	16	11	7	77	53	24
04 FC Twente Enschede	58	34	15	13	6	59	40	19
05 AFC Ajax	56	34	14	14	6	62	41	21
06 FC Utrecht	53	34	15	8	11	55	42	13
07 AZ Alkmaar	52	34	14	10	10	58	51	7
08 SC Heerenveen	51	34	14	9	11	57	53	4
09 Groningen	48	34	14	6	14	49	45	4
10 Sparta Rotterdam	43	34	12	7	15	40	62	-22
11 Fortuna Sittard	39	34	11	6	17	49	63	-14
12 Go Ahead Eagles	38	34	8	14	12	54	53	1
13 Excelsior SBV	38	34	10	8	16	43	56	-13
14 SC Telstar	37	34	9	10	15	49	55	-6
15 PEC Zwolle	37	34	9	10	15	44	71	-27
16 Volendam	32	34	8	8	18	35	55	-20
17 NAC Breda	29	34	6	11	17	35	58	-23
18 Heracles Almelo	19	34	5	4	25	35	85	-50

Head To Head

01/11/2025 11:30

AFC Ajax

1 - 1

SC Heerenveen

HOL D1

19/01/2025 09:30

SC Heerenveen

0 - 2

AFC Ajax

HOL D1

11/08/2024 10:45

AFC Ajax

1 - 0

SC Heerenveen

HOL D1

11/02/2024 09:30

SC Heerenveen

3 - 2

AFC Ajax

HOL D1

05/11/2023 11:45

AFC Ajax

4 - 1

SC Heerenveen

HOL D1

12/03/2023 09:30

SC Heerenveen

2 - 4

AFC Ajax

HOL D1

SC Heerenveen

17%

Draw

17%

AFC Ajax

67%

SC Heerenveen Last 6 matches

11/05/2026 08:30

NAC Breda 2 - 0 SC Heerenveen HOL D1

03/05/2026 06:15

Volendam 0 - 2 SC Heerenveen HOL D1

25/04/2026 12:45

SC Heerenveen 2 - 1 Fortuna Sittard HOL D1

12/04/2026 10:45

AZ Alkmaar 3 - 0 SC Heerenveen HOL D1

05/04/2026 08:30

SC Heerenveen 4 - 1 Heracles Almelo HOL D1

22/03/2026 07:15

NEC Nijmegen 2 - 2 SC Heerenveen HOL D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches AFC Ajax

10/05/2026 10:45

AFC Ajax 1 - 2 FC Utrecht HOL D1

02/05/2026 14:00

AFC Ajax 2 - 2 PSV Eindhoven HOL D1

25/04/2026 14:00

NAC Breda 0 - 2 AFC Ajax HOL D1

11/04/2026 15:00

Heracles Almelo 0 - 3 AFC Ajax HOL D1

04/04/2026 15:00

AFC Ajax 1 - 2 FC Twente Enschede HOL D1

25/03/2026 07:30

AFC Ajax 2 - 2 Volendam INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Holland Eredivisie

Played games

Goals

Scored

403

Avg. per game

1.49

Conceded

429

Avg. per game

1.59

Scored

651

Avg. per game

2.17

Conceded

377

Avg. per game

1.26

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 270 matches

YesNo

202 (75%)68 (25%)

In last 270 matches

NoYes

259 (86%)41 (14%)

SC Heerenveen

Recent matches

AFC Ajax

Under /Over

(96%)43 2(4%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

/Yes

(71%)32 13(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

SC Heerenveen

AFC Ajax

Shots

SC Heerenveen

Total shots

12.89 avg / game

Blocked

705 total

Avg. 3.58

AFC Ajax

Total shots

15.01 avg / game

Blocked

916 total

Avg. 3.98

SC Heerenveen Pass AFC Ajax

Total passes

95551

Avg. 451 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

146385

Avg. 567 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

60%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

SC Heerenveen

270

Played games

AFC Ajax

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

102

0.34

4.70

1268

Corners

1708

5.69

15.10

4077

Throw-ins

4360

14.53

1.22

330

Offsides

496

1.65

2.60

702

GK saves

764

2.55

SC Heerenveen

DISCIPLINARY

AFC Ajax

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.15

311

441

1.47

0.07

0.08

8.31

2244

Fouls

2940

9.80

11.86

3203

Tackles

3611

12.04

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How We Build the SC Heerenveen vs AFC Ajax Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for SC Heerenveen vs AFC Ajax on 17 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Holland Eredivisie fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

SC Heerenveen vs AFC Ajax Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess SC Heerenveen's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against AFC Ajax's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Holland Eredivisie Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Holland Eredivisie standings and the Holland Eredivisie form table to understand exactly where SC Heerenveen and AFC Ajax sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Holland Eredivisie predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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