The magical week in November 1995 will forever be remembered as an unforgettable week in the history of Ajax. The week the Amsterdam side experienced in the world cities of Madrid and Tokyo is one of unparalleled quality. The Ajax Special | Big in Japan features never-before-seen footage recorded by Ajax supporters.
It was busy in Gorinchem last week, very busy, in fact. That's because Frenkie de Jong opened his own Johan Cruyff Court there, after being named Talent of the Year in 2019 as an Ajax player. "It's a special moment for me and I've been looking forward to it for a long time."
The Ajax players trained on Thursday afternoon at the de Toekomst sports complex. The international break has come to an end, and the VriendenLoterij Eredivisie is already coming back into view. On Saturday, the league match against Excelsior awaits. In the build-up to the encounter in the Johan Cruijff ArenA, we put together a compilation of the training session.
In an open and warm conversation, Abderrahim Nouri shares how his brother Abdelhak is doing. This Saturday’s match between Ajax and Excelsior will be dedicated to the Nouri Foundation. We speak with Appie’s brother about the Foundation’s mission, the support the family receives from all over the world, and the deep respect he has for his younger brother. "I can reassure everyone that he consciously shows emotion; that he often smiles and is happy."
The home match on Saturday, November 22, against Excelsior, will be dedicated to the Abdelhak Nouri Foundation. In the lead-up to and during the game, special attention will be given to the Foundation's social mission: creating more heart-safe environments throughout the Netherlands.
As an attacking right-back, Noussair Mazraoui regularly appeared threatening in front of the opposition’s goal. The full-back often tried his luck – and with success. Who doesn’t remember his goals against PSV, Bayern Munich and Benfica, among others? To mark his 28th birthday, we’ve lined up five of Mazraoui’s finest goals. Congratulations, Noussair.
Rafael van der Vaart: a true Ajacied to this day. With his refined technique, footballing intelligence, and Amsterdam bravado, the midfielder developed into one of the best players the Netherlands has ever produced. In this in-depth portrait, we return with him to the trailer park where he was born and speak with family, friends, and former youth coaches.
Kelly Zeeman heads out with the creative goalkeeper of Ajax Women: Regina van Eijk. The newest member of the Club of 100 is in for a surprise, as the duo visit the STRAAT museum to create a piece of graffiti art together. They also talk about her injuries and her development at Ajax.
Ajax – Galatasaray ended 0–3 on Wednesday evening in the fourth match round of the UEFA Champions League. This is the short summary of the match.
Davy Klaassen is the Ajacied with the most European appearances ever. From Lyon to London, the midfielder has worn the Ajax shirt 79 times in European competition. In a beautiful setting, we look back with the cheerful and sometimes emotional captain on his European matches for Ajax. "I had a missed call and had to travel to Lyon the next day."
Youri Baas has grown into one of Ajax's key players. We head into the city centre with the Ajax defender, do some shopping at Atelier Munro, and talk about his progress. "I've learned so much from Dusan Tadic and Daley Blind."
Ajax are still waiting for their first points in the UEFA Champions League. John Heitinga’s side were beaten 5–1 by Chelsea on Wednesday evening. Here’s the short summary.