Ajax and FC Twente carry strong form into Enschede clash
Only one point separates the Eredivisie rivals after both recorded emphatic victories in Europe and won their latest domestic fixtures.
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Owen Wijndal revival sparks Oranje chants from Ajax supporters
The left-back continued his resurgence with a goal and an assist in Ajax’s 6-1 Conference League win over FC Midtjylland.
Thomas van den Belt mourns former team-mate Jesús de Miguel after fatal collision
The FC Twente midfielder described an emotional evening after a minute’s silence preceded the Conference League victory over Pafos.
Opta gives Ajax and Twente near-certain European progression chances
The Conference League pair are rated at 99.58 per cent to advance, while Champions League defeats have left Feyenoord and PSV facing less favourable outlooks.
Tolu and Wijndal shine as Ajax hit Midtjylland for six
Ajax moved back on course in the Conference League with an emphatic 6-1 away victory, inspired by Tolu Arokodare and Owen Wijndal.
Danish press hails Tolu after Ajax dismantle Midtjylland
Ajax’s 6-1 Conference League victory prompted fierce criticism of Midtjylland and glowing reviews for the Amsterdam side’s imposing striker.
Klaassen credits half-time plan as Ajax sweep aside ten-man Midtjylland
Ajax captain Davy Klaassen said better penalty-area occupation helped drive an emphatic second-half display in a 6-1 Conference League victory in Denmark.
Dutch wins deliver coefficient boost but Belgium pull further clear
Victories for Ajax, NEC and FC Twente earned the Netherlands a full UEFA coefficient point, although defeats elsewhere limited the impact of the European week.
Ajax hit 61 goals in most prolific start since 1997
Míchel Sánchez’s side have scored freely across their opening 20 competitive matches and will take a five-game winning run into Sunday’s meeting with FC Twente.
Wijndal earns Oranje chants after starring in Ajax rout
The left-back was involved in three goals as Ajax beat FC Midtjylland 6-1 in Denmark, prompting away supporters to call for his Netherlands return.
Marcos Leonardo ends Ajax goal drought in Midtjylland rout
The Brazilian striker scored his first goal since August during Ajax’s 6-1 Conference League victory before marking the moment with a burst of social-media posts.
AZ lead Dutch clubs in estimated UEFA earnings
Voetbal International calculates that AZ’s Europa League income is approaching €13 million, while NEC have passed €11 million and Conference League participants Ajax and FC Twente are above €6 million.
FC Twente rally past ten-man Pafos to maintain perfect Conference League record
Second-half goals from Ruud Nijstad, Sondre Ørjasaeter and Daouda Weidmann secured a 3-1 comeback victory for the Enschede side.
Arokodare earns Danish praise after Ajax hit Midtjylland for six
The Nigerian striker scored twice and supplied an assist as Ajax capitalised on a first-half red card to claim a 6-1 Conference League win in Herning.
Míchel praises Ajax intensity after six-goal Conference League rout
The Ajax coach hailed his side’s execution in Denmark, while Tolu Arokodare celebrated a productive night and the contribution of fellow striker Marcos Leonardo.
Ajax fans call for Owen Wijndal’s Oranje return after Midtjylland display
The left-back scored and assisted during Ajax’s 6-1 Conference League victory in Denmark, prompting a message from the travelling support to Netherlands coach Xavi Hernández.
Arokodare explains touchline exchange after Ajax rout Midtjylland
The striker scored twice in a 6-1 Conference League victory before clarifying his animated first-half conversation with coach Míchel Sánchez.
Ajax hit six in emphatic Conference League win at Midtjylland
Tolu Arokodare scored twice as the Amsterdam side capitalised on a first-half red card to record a commanding 6-1 victory in Denmark.
Kieft criticises Kehrer after Midtjylland equaliser against Ajax
Wim Kieft and Ronald de Boer blamed Thilo Kehrer's defending after officials allowed Friday Etim's first-half goal to stand in the Conference League.
Ronald de Boer backs Ajax teenager Abdellah Ouazane for bright future
The former Ajax player praised the 17-year-old attacking midfielder’s ability and mentality, while Wim Kieft urged him not to leave the Netherlands too soon.
FC Twente prepare for Conference League home clash with Pafos
John van den Brom’s side will face Cypriot opposition in European competition for the first time when Pafos visit De Grolsch Veste.
Ajax striker Kasper Dolberg undergoes surgery on ACL injury
The Denmark international will begin his recovery in his homeland before returning to Amsterdam to continue his rehabilitation with Ajax.
Dutch prospect Safouane Benzahra reportedly agrees new Monaco deal
The 18-year-old former NAC Breda academy player is said to have reached a verbal agreement until 2029 after making his Ligue 1 debut against Paris Saint-Germain.
Ajax draw Getafe and Atalanta as Twente learn Conference League schedule
Ajax face a reunion with Getafe in the league phase, while FC Twente will open their six-match campaign at home to FC Thun.
Van den Brom turns Twente’s focus to Cambuur after European qualification
FC Twente have little time to celebrate reaching the Conference League league phase, with a Sunday night trip to Leeuwarden next on the schedule.
Ajax, Twente, AZ and NEC await European league-phase draws
Four Dutch clubs will learn their Europa League and Conference League schedules, with Ajax and AZ among the top seeds.
Emotional Van den Brom hails Twente belief after Qarabag comeback
FC Twente recovered from a seemingly desperate position in Baku to win 4-1 after extra time and secure a place in the Conference League league phase.
Ajax survive Sion scare to secure Conference League place
Tolu Arokodare scored twice as the Amsterdam side won an eight-goal return, although another vulnerable defensive display tempered the celebrations.
Woerts defends Talpa response after Ajax stream failure
Viewers who paid €4.99 to watch FC Sion against Ajax encountered technical problems, prompting Talpa to issue refunds.
FC Twente complete dramatic Qarabag comeback to reach Conference League
Wout Weghorst struck in extra time as John van den Brom’s side overturned deficits in both the tie and the second leg to secure European league-phase football.
Dutch UEFA coefficient position squeezed as Turkey closes gap
Ajax and FC Twente secured Conference League places, but Turkey made the biggest coefficient gain after Fenerbahçe reached the Champions League.
Marcos Leonardo and Tolu break Ajax ducks in win at Sion
The two new forwards scored their first Ajax goals as the Amsterdam side earned a 4-2 away victory in their Conference League play-off.
Ajax away leg at Sion absent from Ziggo Sport as Dutch trio face European play-offs
NEC and FC Twente also begin decisive qualifying ties this week, with their home matches available on Dutch television.
FC Twente’s Qarabag play-off ties to be shown on ESPN 1
Both legs of Twente’s Conference League play-off will be available on ESPN’s open channel, with the home fixture kicking off at 20:00.
Ajax supporters angered by paywall for FC Sion tie
The Conference League play-off away leg will cost €4.99 to stream on KIJK after the Swiss club sold the broadcast rights separately.
UEFA appoints Letexier for NEC’s Champions League play-off opener
The French referee will oversee NEC’s home game against Bodø/Glimt, while Ajax and FC Twente have also learned their officials for Conference League qualifiers.
FC Twente respond to early setback with 3-1 home win over PEC Zwolle
Daouda Weidmann and Daan Rots helped John van den Brom’s side secure their first home league victory of the season before a European meeting with Qarabağ.
Verbruggen expects testing Arctic trip as Brighton begin European campaign
The Dutch goalkeeper heads into Brighton’s Conference League play-off against Tromsø after keeping clean sheets in his final two pre-season appearances.
Anton Gaaei wants Ajax exit, claims columnist Henk Spaan
Henk Spaan says the Danish right-back is seeking a departure from Amsterdam after falling behind Lucas Rosa in the Ajax pecking order.
Ajax and Heerenveen take winning starts into Sunday showdown
Both sides opened their Eredivisie campaigns with victories, although Ajax have also had a European assignment to navigate before their meeting in Amsterdam.