Ajax completed their final training session Saturday in the run-up to the cup match against FC Groningen. The northerners visit Amsterdam on Sunday. Kick off is at 4.45pm.
Francesco Farioli's team completed another training session in Prague Friday, one day after drawing 1-1 against Slavia Prague. The final training session for the next match was scheduled for the following day. This time back at the de Toekomst training ground. Sunday's home match against FC Groningen is the final game before the internationals break.
Diant Ramaj took a moment to enjoy the evening sun. The goalkeeper stayed on the pitch longer, diving from corner to corner.
Next to the training field of FC Bohemians 1905 Prague, we speak with Francesco Farioli a day after the draw against Slavia Prague. The Italian has mixed feelings but is already looking ahead to Sunday: FC Groningen at home. "I'm proud of the fighting spirit."
Remko Pasveer had praise for the team after the Slavia Prague - Ajax match: 1-1. After a good first half, Ajax came under pressure after the break. But even after conceding a Czech goal and a red card for Youri Baas, Ajax did not capitulate. "We fought like lions. It turned into a football battle at the end."
Branco van den Boomen reflects on the UEFA Europa League match against Slavia Prague with mixed feelings. “In the first half, we had the opportunity to turn the match in our favour, but in the end, I’m happy with a point,” said the goal scorer, who praised Ajax’s team spirit.