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Ajax aims to enter title race after international break in Eredivisie

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 11:45 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Ajax aims to enter title race after international break in Eredivisie

Summary

Ajax faces NEC Nijmegen in a matchup on October 7 as they look to improve their standing in the Eredivisie. Currently in fifth place with 14 points, Ajax is just five points behind the leaders, AZ. PSV has dominated the league with three consecutive titles and remains a strong contender this season. This follows Ajax's recent 2-2 draw against Excelsior, highlighting their need for consistency to challenge for the title. Under new coach Michel, Ajax has seen a slight improvement, with only one loss in their last five matches. Performance in upcoming fixtures will be crucial for their title ambitions.

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By the Numbers

•Ajax is in fifth place in the Eredivisie with 14 points.
•PSV has won three titles in a row.
•AZ and Feyenoord are currently unbeaten, leading the league.
•Ajax recently drew 2-2 with Excelsior before the international break.
•Julian Brandt and Oscar Gloukh are key players for Ajax this season.

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11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Could Ajax make it a five horse title race in the Eredivisie?

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Over the past three seasons, PSV have been the dominant force in the Eredivisie. The side from Eindhoven has won three titles on the bounce and are aiming to make it four at the end of the current cam...
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