Jong Ajax vs Helmond Sport — match summary
Netherlands · Eerste Divisie · kick-off 29 Aug 2026 01:00
Full time · score 3-2
pPS pre-match readiness (0-100): Jong Ajax 32 · Helmond Sport 30
mPS in-play performance (0-100): Jong Ajax 61 · Helmond Sport 44
Shots on target 9-3 · corners 7-9 · possession 58-42
NextGOAL tip: Jong Ajax -0.25 · 1 stars
In their previous meeting, Jong Ajax thrashed Helmond Sport 5-1, but the home side's current form is atrocious, losing 5 in a row, with 7 scored and 11 conceded in the last 3 matches, their defense in shambles. Meanwhile, Helmond Sport, despite winning only 1 of their last 5, have a much steadier defense, conceding just 4 goals in 3 matches, unlike Jong Ajax who have conceded 11. This match should be an open, entertaining exchange as the home side needs to push for goals, but the late-game weakness of both teams is key. Jong Ajax score 24% of their goals between minutes 76-90, while Helmond Sport concede 22% in the same period. The decisive moments are likely to come in the final 15 minutes, as Jong Ajax throw everything forward and Helmond Sport, sitting deep, may leave space for counter-attacks.