The match in Amsterdam started with a few chances for Ajax immediately. They continued their dominant play, resulting in a goal scored by Fitz-Jim in the 31st minute, with the assist given by Bertrand Traoré. Ajax went into half-time with a 1-0 score. Shortly after the match had resumed, Godts scored on behalf of the Amsterdam-based team, making it 2-0.
Fourth and final goal
After Godts’ goal, Ajax continued to press and probe, resulting in a higher ball possession for Francesco Farioli’s team. Due to the pressing from Ajax, Beşiktaş was unable to become dangerous. In the 55th minute, Taylor found the net after an assist from Brian Brobbey. Godts was responsible for the fourth and final goal of the match, scoring his second goal in the 73rd minute.
The next match for Ajax will be against RKC. The match is scheduled for Sunday, September 29, and will kick off at 16:45 in Waalwijk. The next Europa League match for Farioli’s team will be against Slavia Praha away. This match will take place on Thursday, October 3, at 18:45.
Ajax - Beşiktaş 4-0 (1-0)
31. Fitz-Jim 1-0
51. Godts 2-0
55. Taylor 3-0
73. Godts 4-0
Ajax: Pasveer; Rensch, Šutalo, Baas, Hato; Henderson, Taylor (66. Van den Boomen), Fitz-Jim (66. Hlynsson); Traoré (70. Rasmussen), Brobbey (70. Weghorst), Godts (81. Akpom)
