AFC Ajax narrowly avoided a major upset, coming from behind to defeat SC Telstar 3-2 in a thrilling Netherlands Eredivisie match on January 11, 2026. The final score did not tell the full story of a dramatic contest where the underdog Telstar led twice before succumbing to Ajax's late quality. Telstar shocked the visitors by taking an early lead, but Ajax equalized before halftime. The home side restored their advantage early in the second half, sending the stadium into frenzy. However, Ajax's superior depth and composure shone through in the final twenty minutes, as they scored twice to complete a hard-fought comeback. The winning goal, a header from a corner in the 88th minute, broke Telstar's hearts. This match result kept Ajax's title challenge on track, while Telstar earned plaudits for a valiant effort.