In our brand-new series Dapp're Strijders, presenter Hein goes on the road for Ajax and Ziggo to highlight current social issues. In this first episode, we focus on the unifying role that football can play in addressing loneliness among the elderly.
Ajax and VodafoneZiggo have extended their long-standing partnership. The telecom company has been Ajax's shirt and main sponsor since 2015 and has signed on for at least two more seasons. The current contract runs until the end of the coming season; the new agreement extends until mid-2027, with an option to extend until mid-2029. The collaboration will place greater emphasis on social initiatives.
Ajax won their first league cup game of the season on Sunday. Kristian Hlynsson scoring just before half-time was enough to beat sc Heerenveen at the Johann Cruyff ArenA. This means Ajax has now seen four official wins in a row. Ajax had recently won three games in the UEFA Europa League qualifying rounds.
You all voted Mika Godts Player of the Match, with one assist to his name. The Belgian crossed the ball to Kristian Hlynsson, allowing him to score when he could have taken the shot himself. "I decided not to right at the last moment," said the winger. "Luckily it turned into a goal."