'Auntie Es' (108) visits Ajax for the first time: 'We're going to celebrate now'

Auntie Es is 108 years old, making her the oldest resident of Amsterdam. She has been a fan of Ajax for over a century and has witnessed all the championships, but unfortunately, she had never been able to attend a match. Until last Saturday.

Date: 18.08.2023

Photographer: AFC Ajax

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Upon Ajax's invitation, she attended the first match of the season against Heracles Almelo. Auntie Es was specially picked up, given the best seat, greeted by big stars, and of course, she received a special shirt. It was a day she will never forget. "I enjoy life. You have given me such a surprise. What do I owe this to?"

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