PSV look to avoid another costly Champions League home setback
The Eindhoven side enter their meeting with Shakhtar Donetsk in encouraging form after beating Ajax, but last season’s European exit provides a warning.
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Marc Overmars leaves Antwerp role immediately on health grounds
The former Ajax director says accumulated stress and ongoing heart problems have forced him to step away from professional football.
Kenneth Perez dismisses Fortuna Sittard despite strong Eredivisie start
The analyst credited coach Danny Buijs with giving the Limburg club a profile as Fortuna sit fourth after collecting 10 points from five games.
Van der Vaart backs Tolu as Ajax’s current No 1 but retains faith in Dolberg
The former Netherlands international believes Kasper Dolberg has the highest ceiling among Ajax’s strikers, although Tolu Arokodare is now leading the pecking order.
Danilho Doekhi delivers decisive assist as Lazio maintain perfect start
The former Ajax defender earned praise from Italian supporters after creating Lazio’s late winner in a 2-1 victory away to Udinese.
Van der Gijp criticises Berghuis miss after Ajax lose to PSV
The analyst was surprised by Steven Berghuis’s failure to convert a first-half opportunity, while Valentijn Driessen questioned several of Ajax coach Míchel’s decisions.
NAC academy round-up: Women rescue draw as youth sides claim five wins
Felicia de Zeeuw’s late penalty earned NAC Women a point, while the Breda club recorded victories at under-19, under-17, under-16, under-14 and under-13 level.
Feyenoord’s Hadj Moussa decision dominates Eredivisie discussion
VI reviews a busy Saturday featuring PSV’s victory over Ajax, late relief for AZ and Feyenoord’s refusal to sanction a lucrative move for Anis Hadj Moussa.
Kraay questions Ajax urgency and Ter Stegen’s approach against PSV
The ESPN analyst criticised Ajax for playing without sufficient speed while trailing 2-1, highlighting the goalkeeper’s patient distribution during a passive second-half spell.
Hans Kraay criticises Ajax’s slow response while trailing PSV
The Eredivisie analyst questioned Ajax’s lack of urgency and Marc-André ter Stegen’s game management during a key second-half spell.
Driessen identifies three PSV players who may have caught Xavi’s eye
The Dutch columnist believes Ruben van Bommel, Lutsharel Geertruida and Guus Til gave the Oranje coach something to consider during PSV’s 3-1 win at Ajax.
Ajax supporter Asscher jokes about Tottenham move for PSV boss Bosz
The former Dutch deputy prime minister praised PSV after their 3-1 victory in Amsterdam but suggested Ajax would benefit if Peter Bosz left Eindhoven.
Refereeing chief admits Van Bommel should have seen red in Ajax-PSV clash
Ruben van Bommel received only a yellow card for his late challenge on Aaron Bouwman during PSV’s 3-1 Eredivisie victory over Ajax.
Driessen believes Xavi saw only three Oranje candidates in Ajax-PSV
The columnist felt the new Netherlands coach would have been concerned by the standard of PSV’s 3-1 Eredivisie victory in Amsterdam.
Míchel explains Arokodare substitution in Ajax defeat to PSV
The Ajax coach said the striker was withdrawn after an hour because the hosts needed more energy while chasing the game.
Ajax coach Míchel says Van Bommel challenge on Bouwman deserved red
Aaron Bouwman was sent to hospital after a heavy collision with PSV attacker Ruben van Bommel during the Eredivisie meeting between Ajax and PSV.
Hugo Borst reverses Tolu verdict after Ajax striker scores against PSV
The ESPN analyst criticised Tolu Arokodare’s pre-match prayer but was soon praising the forward following his equaliser for Ajax.
Ruben van Bommel tipped for first Netherlands call-up after PSV display
Karim El Ahmadi and Arnold Bruggink believe the PSV winger could enter the senior Oranje squad following his performance in a 3-1 win at Ajax.
Referee declines interview after controversial Van Bommel tackle in Ajax-PSV
Sander van der Eijk did not speak to ESPN after PSV’s 3-1 win, during which Ruben van Bommel escaped with a yellow card for his challenge on Aaron Bouwman.
Bosz defends Van Bommel after controversial challenge against Ajax
The PSV coach criticised personal remarks about Ruben van Bommel after the winger escaped with a yellow card for his collision with Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman.
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Bosz defends shaken Van Bommel after flashpoint in PSV win at Ajax
The PSV coach said the winger was too upset to celebrate or face the cameras following his high-speed collision with Aaron Bouwman.
Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman sent for hospital scans after PSV collision
The centre-back experienced rib pain and breathing difficulties following a heavy challenge by Ruben van Bommel during Ajax’s 3-1 defeat.
Geertruida scores on first PSV start in 3-1 victory at Ajax
PSV ended their long wait for an Amsterdam win, although a late challenge by Ruben van Bommel left Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman requiring hospital scans.
Ajax debutant Tsygankov criticised after PSV defeat
ESPN analysts questioned Viktor Tsygankov’s defensive effort after the winger came off the bench during Ajax’s 3-1 home loss to PSV.
Youri Baas turns focus back to Ajax after collapsed Porto move
The defender reflected on an intense spell and a heated challenge during Ajax’s 3-1 defeat by PSV.
PSV beat Ajax 3-1 after Geertruida restores lead in Amsterdam
Ricardo Pepi struck early before Lutsharel Geertruida and Esmir Bajraktarevic secured PSV’s first victory over Ajax in six meetings.
Regeer enjoys winning Werder debut as Veerman helps Dortmund fight back
Ajax loanee Youri Regeer started in a 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig, while Joey Veerman came off the bench during Borussia Dortmund’s comeback at Hoffenheim.
Clubless Mitchell Dijks admits fitness concerns after Vietnam spell
The former Fortuna Sittard and Ajax defender says he reached 104 kilograms while playing for Nam Dinh FC and must now improve his condition as he searches for another club.
Cruijff backs Ajax strikers Tolu and Leonardo to deliver goals
The Ajax technical director says the two forwards offer different qualities and insists Leonardo’s missed chances are also evidence of encouraging positioning.
Jordi Cruijff backs Ajax rebuild after first full transfer window
Ajax’s technical director says the squad now has a better blend of experience, leadership and youth, while expressing confidence in striker Marcos Leonardo.
PSV tipped to start Til ahead of Pepi against Ajax
Peter Bosz is expected to retain his defence for Saturday’s Eredivisie fixture, with Lutsharel Geertruida reportedly set to remain among the substitutes.
PSV and Ajax lead VI’s debate over Eredivisie transfer-window winners
The traditional top three generated the largest fees, but AZ’s retained core and experienced additions could make the league leaders surprise contenders.
Ajax exits collapse as Gakpo, Pepi and Hadj Moussa also stay put
Owen Wijndal’s proposed departure unravelled at the last moment, while several other Netherlands-linked players remained with their clubs despite summer interest.
Kasper Dolberg stays at Ajax after Midtjylland talks fall short
The Danish striker reportedly held late negotiations over a return to his homeland, but the parties could not agree financial terms before the window closed.
Telstar sign former Ajax winger Ar’jany Martha on loan
The 22-year-old Curaçao international arrives from Rotherham United for the rest of the season, with Telstar securing an option to buy.
Ajax’s Gerónimo Spina signing draws fierce criticism over Jong team policy
The Deadline Day arrival from Atlético Madrid has reopened debate about Ajax’s use of foreign recruits and first-team players in the Keuken Kampioen Divisie.
Ajax add Argentine centre-back Spina to Jong Ajax squad
The Amsterdam club have continued the international recruitment drive for their second team with another arrival from Atlético Madrid.
Ajax sign Kehrer and Spina as Dutch clubs accelerate deadline-day business
PSV, FC Utrecht and NAC Breda have also completed signings, while Ajax may still move for another midfielder and Feyenoord could lose Jordan Lotomba.
Ajax transfer moves bring major Adingra outlay and Reverson backlash
The Amsterdam club are reportedly committing €3.8m to Simon Adingra’s loan, while their decision to let young goalkeeper Paul Reverson join De Graafschap has angered supporters.
Ajax remain alert for late midfield opportunity after lining up three deals
Jordi Cruijff could make another deadline-day move, with Thilo Kehrer, Simon Adingra and Leo Salazar Hinojosa reportedly close to completing switches to Amsterdam.