The second-largest footballing tournament is arguably the Uefa Champions League thanks to the hype and the revenue which it gets every year. For this reason, playing in the champions league is surely the dream of every player in the world. However, getting it is not so easy after all. If you do not get an automatic ticket due to your position in the league, you would have to find some other alternatives. One of them is the playoff rounds where teams get to play against each other to earn themselves the right to play in the tournament. This playoff rounds are where Ajax and PAOK currently find themselves. They would have to get the better of each other if they want to progress in this tournament.
Ajax
Ajax would be happy with what they have done in the first leg of this leg. They went to the first match and got a well-deserved draw. Now, that draw even came with two away goals which have surely put them in a strong position heading into the next game. From the start, they would have been considered favorites and now heading into this game, that status is all but cemented. It would take something really special for PAOK to take this game back to their side. As we all know, the champions league is indeed very special. Anything can happen.
PAOK
PAOK would want to keep things tight heading into this game. The good thing about this is that the game is close to the beginning of the season. However, that may not be enough here. They head to Amsterdam with the consciousness that they have let a lot slip from their control. They have to win this game by at least one clear goal if they are to progress. Any goal from Ajax would see them score two to win. With that reality, there is a lot of tension heading into this game. Only time would tell what the outcome would be.
Form
With the draw, PAOK is currently unbeaten in their last six games in all competitions. This would surely please them immensely. However, it would leave a bitter taste in their mouths if they cannot get the score that they want. However, they would be under no illusions as playing in the home of the Dutch giants would surely be a test for their team.
Ajax would surely not be intimidated by their form but would be a tad concerned on how theirs is turning out to be in recent times. With just one win in six and a lot of draws in between, they would be looking to change that record. With PAOK also gunning for victory, it might take a long time before we get the clear picture of who progresses in this tie.
Ajax is unplayable on their day. The question of if it would be their day cannot be predicted. However, the game usually leans towards them when they play at home.
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