Highlights USV Hercules - Ajax
The Amsterdam-based team suffered a historic loss against amateur team USV Hercules. The final score was 3-2 for the third-division team. Ajax have never before lost against an amateur team in the Dutch Cup and heads into the winter break with a negative feeling.
Valkanis: 'This never should have happened'
Ajax lost on Thursday evening 3-2 to USV Hercules. Assistant trainer Michael Valkanis was naturally disenchanted after the match. "This is very disappointing. There's a lot of work to be done, and we need to fix things with the staff. We're going to work on it."
Ajax disgrace themselves in Dutch Cup
Ajax has been eliminated from the Dutch Cup against amateur team USV Hercules. The final score in Utrecht was 3-2. Brian Brobbey and Chuba Akpom scored on behalf of Ajax.
Magical milestone for Brobbey: Ajax player joins Club of 100
Brian Brobbey joined an illustrious list of Ajax players on Thursday against USV Hercules. The 21-year-old striker reached the magic number of 100 games in the Ajax 1st team, which means he has now officially secured a place in the 'Club of 100'. Spread over two periods, the Amsterdam native earned a splendid place in the gallery of honour.
Highlights Ajax Women – Bayern München | Seized the lead
The Ajax Women have taken first place in group C of the UEFA Women's Champions League on Wednesday night. Suzanne Bakker's team delivered another stunning performance by winning the second home match of the group stage: Bayern München was defeated 1-0 thanks to a goal scored by Romée Leuchter right before half-time.
Suzanne Bakker: 'So proud of this team performance'
Suzanne Bakker used superlatives to describe the Ajax Women and their victory against Bayern München. "Unbelievable and indescribable, actually, but I’m so proud of this team performance", the Ajax coach said. Regina van Eijk and Nadine Noordam also took their time to react extensively to the match.
Ajax Women stunt in Johan Cruijff ArenA again
After a striking victory against Paris Saint-Germain at home in November (2-0), the Ajax Women have managed to stunt during another home match in the Johan Cruijff ArenA. In front of twenty thousand fans, Bayern München was beaten 1-0. Romée Leuchter scored on behalf of Ajax.
In pictures | Ajax players looking forward to first cup match
Ajax completed their final training session Wednesday ahead of their first cup match in the 2023/2024 season. The Ajax players take on USV Hercules at Galgenwaard Stadium Thursday evening, kick-off at 6:45 pm.
Yohannes' first months in pictures: 'The loudest sound I ever heard'
Former Ajax coach Erik ten Hag used to preach the adage 'old enough is good enough'. A motto that fits the club, where 'For the Future' is highly valued, like a glove. The fact that there is now another diamond rising, fits the vision of the Amsterdam-based club. Only sixteen years old, with a professional contract, debuts in the Eredivisie and UEFA Women's Champions League. Get to know Lily Yohannes in five (or six) pictures.
Brobbey wins Goal of the Month: 'I would like to thank the people at home'
The Lasse Schöne Trophy has been won by Brian Brobbey for the month of November. His second goal away at Olympique Marseille received the most votes. "It was a battle with Kenneth Taylor, but I believe this is the deserved winner."
Ajax and Sharjah continue partnership: contract extended by three years
Ajax and partner club Sharjah FC will continue their partnership. Both parties agreed on a three-year contract extension. The partnership started in 2020. Four experienced Ajax coaches are helping to improve the local youth academy in the United Arab Emirates.