paroolOct 12, 2026, 12:29

Ajax is playing quite well but needs to start winning now

In the Branie podcast, Menno Pot and Daan Sutorius discuss Ajax's recent struggle to secure wins despite playing well. The team faces a demanding schedule ahead with both domestic and Conference League matches, complicated by injuries and fitness issues among new arrivals.

In the latest episode of the Branie podcast, host Menno Pot and journalist Daan Sutorius discussed Ajax's current challenges following a missed opportunity against NEC. While they noted that the team generally plays well and controls matches, they emphasized that the club must start converting their opportunities into victories to overcome their difficult period. The hosts highlighted that while missed chances remain a partial issue, it cannot continue to be the standard explanation for the team's results each week.

The discussion also touched on tactical issues, such as the buildup play led by goalkeeper Marc ter Stegen, and concerns regarding player fitness. Several new arrivals, including Viktor Tsygankov and Thilo Kehrer, joined the squad with training deficits. This lack of preparation comes at a difficult time as coach Míchel faces a demanding schedule with upcoming matches against Hajduk Split in the Conference League and Atalanta. With injuries mounting, the team must navigate a challenging series of fixtures in both domestic and European competitions.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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