The Ajax players started the day in Amsterdam with a training at de Toekomst. The selection and staff then left for Schiphol to catch the plane to Berlin. In the German capital, a field inspection followed in the stadium of FC Union Berlin and Jurriën Timber and John Heitinga were present at the press conference. We were there all day.
Ajax had their last training session at sports complex de Toekomst on Wednesday morning, ahead of their return match against FC Union Berlin. The squad travels from Schiphol to Berlin this afternoon. After the goalless draw in the Johan Cruyff ArenA, Ajax has to do better business on Thursday at Stadion An der alten Försterei.
Kian Fitz-Jim takes place in his usual barber’s seat. The Ajax player, who made his debut this season, tells us about his youth in Amsterdam Oud-West and playing football with his father, at school, and at his amateur club. His family and how travelling to Hong Kong feels like ‘coming home’ also come up during the conversation. Just like his hairdo. “I get strength from my long hair.’’
It's his love for Ajax, his dream club for which he already has scored hundred goals. With this special achievement, he makes a special list with memorable players. 'Each time I wear the Ajax shirt, I'm proud.'