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08-02 20:30

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91′

D.Payne

88′

1-3

T.Arokodare

88′

Luca Blondeau

N. Doodeman

86′

E. Schouten

81′

J.Tielemans

H. Veerman

80′

J.Heerkens

71′

D. Klaassen

Jorthy·Mokio

71′

O.Gloukh

M. Abdalla

71′

S.Berghuis

M.Carrizo

71′

Y. Regeer

A.Ouazane

71′

T.Arokodare

M.Leonardo

65′

E. Schouten

60′

E. Schouten

A.Plat

60′

angelo

Valaker Edvardsen

60′

O. Wijndal

C. Henrique

46′

Kayden Wolff

M. Belfqih

46′

J.Heerkens

Paul Peters Reverson

46′

M.Kleijn

Jair·Haakmat

46′

Roy·Steur

H. Jurjus

Halftime 0-2

35′

M.Leonardo

29′

0-1

A.Gaaei

Assist: M.Carrizo

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### Match Report: FC Volendam 1-3 AFC Ajax — International Club Friendly AFC Ajax continued their pre-season preparations with a composed 3-1 victory over FC Volendam in an international club friendly on 2 August 2026. The Amsterdam giants used the fixture to fine-tune their tactics, while Volendam pushed their Eredivisie opponents close in spells despite the final scoreline. #### Match Overview Played at a competitive tempo typical of pre-season, the match gave both sides valuable minutes. Ajax controlled the ball for long periods, but Volendam showed organisation and defensive resilience. The 3-1 scoreline, however, reflected Ajax’s superior quality in the final third. #### Key Moments - Ajax took the lead after a patient build-up, with their attacking midfielder finishing calmly from inside the area. - Volendam equalised shortly before half-time, capitalising on a defensive error to slot home against the run of play. - Ajax restored their advantage early in the second half with a well-taken header from a cross. - The visitors added a third late in the match following a rapid counter-attack, sealing the 3-1 result. #### Tactical Story Ajax’s possession-based approach was evident throughout, with their full-backs pushing high and the midfield rotating to create passing triangles. Volendam, meanwhile, defended deep and attempted to hit Ajax on the break, a strategy that worked well when they found their striker in space. As the game progressed, Ajax’s fitness and technical superiority began to tell. Their substitutions maintained the intensity, while Volendam’s players tired and struggled to sustain their pressing. The friendly served as a useful workout for both coaching staffs ahead of the competitive season. #### Standout Players - Ajax’s number 10 dictated the pace of the game, creating chances and scoring the opening goal. - Volendam’s goalkeeper made several sharp saves to keep his side in the match during the first half. - Ajax’s young winger impressed off the bench, using his pace to stretch the Volendam defence and assisting the third goal. #### What It Means For AFC Ajax, the 3-1 friendly win provides confidence and rhythm ahead of the new campaign. For FC Volendam, the match represents a challenging but useful test against top-level opposition, offering clear lessons as they prepare for their own league schedule. Pre-season results should always be viewed with perspective, but Ajax’s efficient performance suggests their squad is approaching peak condition. Volendam, meanwhile, will take encouragement from their first-half display while working on the defensive lapses that cost them goals.