Amsterdam News in English
Daily Amsterdam news translated from Dutch local newspapers into English for expats, international students, and digital nomads.
Feyenoord and Ajax draw in De Kuip
Feyenoord and Ajax played to a 1-1 draw during their match at the De Kuip stadium. The game ended without a winner as both teams managed to score one goal each.
Feyenoord maintain five-point lead over Ajax after late penalty in lackluster Klassieker
The 201st edition of the Klassieker between Ajax and Feyenoord ended in a 1-1 draw. This result allows Feyenoord to maintain a five-point lead over Ajax in the league standings.
LIVE Eredivisie | Moder equalizes for Feyenoord against Ajax from penalty after clumsy Fitz-Jim foul
Feyenoord and Ajax are currently tied 1-1 during the final stages of their Eredivisie match at De Kuip. Jakub Moder scored the equalizer for Feyenoord from a penalty kick following a foul by Ajax play...
ESPN apologizes after showing commercial break during Feyenoord-Ajax
Sports broadcaster ESPN has apologized for airing an accidental commercial break during the high-profile Eredivisie match between Feyenoord and Ajax. The network stated that the incident was the resul...
LIVE Eredivisie | Steur puts Ajax ahead in De Klassieker at De Kuip, Sterling replaced by Sauer
During the second half of the Eredivisie match known as 'De Klassieker,' 18-year-old talent Sean Steur scored to give Ajax a 1-0 lead at De Kuip. The match continues as Ajax maintains their advantage ...
LIVE Eredivisie | Second half underway at De Kuip, Ueda heads just wide
The second half of the Dutch Eredivisie match between Feyenoord and Ajax, known as 'De Klassieker,' is underway at the Kuip stadium. The first half remained relatively quiet with few scoring opportuni...
Hundreds protest in central Amsterdam against war in Iran
Between 200 and 300 people gathered at Dam Square in Amsterdam on Sunday to protest against the ongoing conflict in Iran. The demonstration was organized by the International Foundation for Iranian Wo...
LIVE Eredivisie | Feyenoord nearly take the lead after ten minutes, Mokio heads ball off the line
The 201st edition of the Klassieker between Feyenoord and Ajax has begun in the Dutch Eredivisie. Following a festive send-off for the Ajax team bus, the match saw an early scoring attempt by Feyenoor...
Special find in construction skip leads to exhibition on wartime Jewish students
History teacher Cees Koole discovered WWII-era school records in a construction container at Amsterdam's Spinoza Lyceum, detailing the forced departure of 39 Jewish students. His research into their f...
Ajax women return to top three after victory at NAC Breda
The Ajax women's football team has returned to the top three of the Eredivisie following a 3-2 victory over NAC Breda. The Amsterdam-based club secured the win during a catch-up match held in Etten-Le...
LIVE Eredivisie | Kalou, Guidetti and Bijlow support Feyenoord in Klassieker, Weghorst starts as striker for Ajax
Former Feyenoord players Justin Bijlow, Bonaventure Kalou, and John Guidetti are attending 'De Klassieker' at De Kuip to support their team against rivals Ajax. Ajax fans cheered their team's bus on t...
Ajax start Weghorst for away match against Feyenoord
Wout Weghorst will start as the striker for Ajax in their away match against Feyenoord after returning from a suspension. He was selected for the starting lineup over Kasper Dolberg for the game sched...
Ajax bus briefly stopped by group with flares on A4 near Hoofddorp
A group of approximately 100 people carrying flares briefly stopped the Ajax players' bus on the A4 motorway near Hoofddorp on Sunday. The individuals then crossed the road to the central reservation,...
Ajax team bus briefly halted by group with flares on A4 motorway
A group of at least 100 people carrying flares briefly blocked the Ajax players' bus on the A4 highway near Hoofddorp on Sunday. The group's actions caused traffic disruptions as they crossed the high...
Ajax fans walk onto A4 to wave off team bus
Ajax supporters briefly blocked the A4 highway with torches on Sunday to encourage the team bus ahead of their match against Feyenoord. The bus was forced to stop and navigate around the group before ...
Anti-racism demonstration warns of new fascism: 'What was written in 1939 still applies today'
Thousands of people gathered in Amsterdam on Saturday for a demonstration against racism and discrimination. The protest primarily focused on warning against the rise of fascism, drawing parallels to ...
Believers made way for wrestling champions in former De Zaaier church
The former Catholic church 'De Zaaier' on Amsterdam's Keizersgracht has undergone several transformations since its construction in 1837, transitioning from a place of worship to a warehouse and a wre...
Driver freed after almost two hours following single-vehicle crash in Southeast
A driver was hospitalized after being trapped for nearly two hours following a single-vehicle accident on the Abcouderstraatweg in Amsterdam-Zuidoost early Wednesday morning. Firefighters performed a ...
Many former players at Cruyff documentary premiere in Arena: I was always with Johan
Tens of thousands of visitors, including many former teammates and friends, attended the premiere of a new documentary series about Johan Cruijff at the Johan Cruijff Arena on Saturday night. The even...
LIVE Eredivisie | Will Ajax continue good form in De Klassieker against Feyenoord? Robin van Persie hopes not
Ajax seeks to continue its winning streak in the Eredivisie 'Klassieker' match against Feyenoord. Feyenoord coach Robin van Persie aims for a victory as the high-stakes game kicks off at 14:30.
Jolted Royal HFC firmer in mid-table after win over AFC: 'I hammered on discipline at halftime'
Koninklijke HFC secured a victory against AFC, strengthening their position in the middle of the league standings. The win followed a previous collapse against Kozakken Boys, with the coach emphasizin...
Tigers in deeper trouble after second loss, title hopes hanging by a thread
The Amsterdam Tigers face a critical situation in the ice hockey national championship finals after losing their second consecutive game to the Nijmegen Devils. Following a 2-5 defeat at home, the Tig...
Tens of thousands attend Cruyff documentary premiere: organizers aim for world record
The premiere of a four-part documentary about football legend Johan Cruijff took place at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, where organizers aimed to break the world record for the largest film pr...
Again no local party in Amsterdam: A disgrace for the city
Amsterdam remains an exception in the Netherlands as local parties failed to secure any seats in the recent municipal elections, contrasting with their success in other major Dutch cities. Political e...
Thousands arrive at Museumplein after march against racism
Thousands of people participated in a march against fascism and racism in Amsterdam on Saturday afternoon. The demonstration began at Dam Square with a few hundred participants and grew significantly ...
Teenagers still in custody after arrest at Jewish institution in Heemstede
Two teenagers from Amsterdam remain in police custody following their arrest for suspicious behavior near a Jewish institution in Heemstede. The incident occurred amid heightened security after severa...
Hundreds participate in demonstration against racism and discrimination
Hundreds of people gathered at the Dam and Museumplein in Amsterdam for an annual demonstration against racism and discrimination organized by Comité 21 Maart. The event featured speakers from variou...
Cleanup spectacle in city center: "We must take care of this beautiful city of ours"
During National Cleanup Day, Amsterdam residents and business owners organized a festive cleaning procession through the city center to tackle litter and promote urban liveability. The event marked th...
Man, 24, arrested for fatal shooting in Amsterdam
A 24-year-old man has been arrested following a fatal shooting at Koningin Wilhelminaplein in Amsterdam Nieuw-West that left a 19-year-old dead and a 21-year-old seriously injured. The police are cont...
Healthcare providers struggle to find practice space in the city
Healthcare providers in Amsterdam, including general practitioners and social services like HVO-Querido, are struggling to find affordable practice spaces due to rising real estate prices. This shorta...