Predicted Ajax Lineup: Farioli Forced Into Two Changes Ahead of NAC Clash
Apr 05, 2025 by
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Ajax set to face NAC with Traoré replacing suspended Brobbey; Rugani likely in for injured Baas. Farioli sticks mostly with PSV-winning lineup.
Farioli Makes Tactical Changes as Ajax Eyes Eredivisie Glory
Ajax head coach Francesco Farioli is expected to make two enforced changes to his starting lineup following the impressive 2-0 win over PSV. With Brian Brobbey suspended, the Italian tactician is facing a selection dilemma in attack. Adding to his concerns, Wout Weghorst has returned to training but is not yet ready to start, while Youri Baas will also be unavailable due to injury.
Brobbey and Baas Unavailable for Crucial Fixture
Ajax host NAC Breda on Sunday, knowing that winning five of their final seven Eredivisie matches would crown them champions of the Netherlands. However, they’ll be without key players once again. As was the case against PSV, Anton Gaaei remains suspended following his red card against AZ, meaning Lucas Rosa is expected to start at right-back once more.
Youri Baas was forced off with an injury during the PSV match, and Farioli had already confirmed post-game that the young left-back would not recover in time to face NAC. His likely replacement is Daniele Rugani, who also stepped in during the PSV game. Interestingly, Ajax have won every Eredivisie match in which Rugani has featured this season.
Traoré Likely to Start Up Front
Farioli’s biggest decision lies in attack. With Brobbey suspended and Weghorst not fully match-fit, it seems likely that Bertrand Traoré will lead the line. Traoré made a significant impact off the bench against PSV, scoring the second goal and sealing the win.
Aside from these two changes, Farioli is expected to stick with the same lineup that defeated PSV.
Predicted Ajax Starting XI vs NAC Breda:
Matheus; Rosa, Sutalo, Rugani, Hato; Henderson, Klaassen, Taylor; Berghuis, Traoré, Godts.
FAQs
Why is Brian Brobbey not playing against NAC Breda?
Brobbey is suspended following an accumulation of yellow cards.
Will Wout Weghorst start for Ajax?
Although back in training, Weghorst is not expected to be fit enough for a starting role.
Who is replacing Youri Baas?
Daniele Rugani is expected to start in place of the injured Baas.
Who will play as striker for Ajax?
Bertrand Traoré is likely to lead the line due to Brobbey’s suspension and Weghorst’s fitness.
What does Ajax need to do to win the Eredivisie title?
Ajax needs to win five of their remaining seven league games to secure the championship.
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