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.
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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.
El Ahmadi warns Geertruida against potential Ajax move
The former Feyenoord captain believes Amsterdam would be a step too far for the RB Leipzig defender, amid reported interest from Ajax and PSV.
Ajax and FC Twente draws limit Dutch UEFA coefficient gains
Both clubs reached the Conference League play-offs, but dropped points left the Netherlands with a reduced return in the UEFA country ranking.
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Míchel Sánchez identifies Ajax flaws after Shelbourne draw
The Ajax coach said his side failed to use the width of the pitch and lost too many duels during a 2-2 Conference League qualifying draw in Ireland.
Irish press applauds Shelbourne after Ajax escape with Dublin draw
Ajax progressed in Conference League qualifying, but a 2-2 draw at Tolka Park left Irish newspapers praising Shelbourne’s determined display.
Míchel underlines Mika Godts importance after Ajax stumble against Shelbourne
The Ajax coach admitted uncertainty over the winger’s future and renewed his call for attacking reinforcements following a 2-2 Conference League qualifying draw.
NEC defeat reportedly puts Olympiakos coach Mendilibar under pressure
The Greek club’s Champions League qualifying exit has fuelled reports that José Luis Mendilibar could be dismissed, with two Spanish coaches named as possible successors.
Ajax advance despite 2-2 Shelbourne draw drawing fierce criticism
The Amsterdam side reached the Conference League play-offs, but Dutch newspapers condemned their unconvincing performance in Dublin.
Ajax progress after Shelbourne expose flaws in Dublin draw
The Amsterdam side advanced 5-3 on aggregate in the Conference League, but their unconvincing 2-2 return-leg draw earned criticism from the Irish press.
Blind reveals injury issue after Ajax stumble past Shelbourne
Ajax reached the Conference League play-offs despite a disappointing 2-2 draw in Ireland, with captain Daley Blind unable to assess much of the second half.
FC Twente survive late scare to reach Conference League play-off
John van den Brom’s much-changed side surrendered a two-goal lead before Marko Pjaca secured a 3-3 draw at DAC 1904.
FC Twente and Ajax take commanding leads into Conference League returns
Twente hold a six-goal advantage over DAC 1904, while Ajax will defend a 3-1 lead against Shelbourne in Thursday’s third qualifying-round second legs.
European qualifiers: NEC face Olympiakos test as Ajax and Twente defend leads
NEC are chasing a Champions League play-off place, while Ajax and FC Twente take advantages into their Conference League qualifying returns.
Ajax coach Míchel stresses Mika Godts’ value amid PSG interest
The Belgian winger’s fitness is also being monitored before Ajax’s Conference League trip to Shelbourne, while Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly preparing an improved offer.
FC Twente switch focus to Eredivisie opener at Heerenveen
John van den Brom says his side must respond quickly after European duty as Twente begin their league campaign in Friesland.
Youri Baas future questioned after losing Ajax starting place
The defender has remained on the bench as Míchel Sánchez favours Daley Blind and Aaron Bouwman, prompting discussion of a possible departure.
Julian Brandt reveals months-long talks behind Ajax move
The German midfielder says contact with technical director Jordi Cruijff began in April, well before his arrival in Amsterdam became public.
FC Twente hit DAC for six to take command of Conference League tie
John van den Brom’s side raced into an early lead in Enschede before completing a 6-0 first-leg victory over DAC 1904.
Ajax take control of Shelbourne tie with 3-1 home win
Mika Godts, Owen Wijndal and Kasper Dolberg scored as Ajax moved closer to the Conference League play-off round, although a late away goal kept Shelbourne alive.
FC Twente outline possible date change for Conference League play-off trip
A potential away fixture against FK Qarabağ could be brought forward by one day if several qualification conditions are met.
Ajax hand new arrivals starting roles as Arokodare awaits possible debut
Caio Henrique and Marcos Leonardo start against FC Volendam, while Wolves loanee Tolu Arokodare is named among the substitutes before Ajax’s Conference League qualifier.