REF’s picks

Ajax arrive as clear favourites at 1.50, and their superior pedigree and attacking depth make them the soundest selection on the board. While playing away at Stadion Poljud is notoriously fiery, the Dutch side's quality in transition should ultimately prevail.

1. 1Ajax boast a potent attacking unit featuring proven creators and goalscorers capable of unlocking stubborn defences.
2. 2Hajduk Split have shown defensive vulnerabilities in Europe, conceding heavily in recent qualification matches.
3. 3A hostile Croatian crowd and Hajduk's spirited home form create a genuine risk of an upset or a hard-fought draw.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.