Ajax remain title contenders with solid start to Eredivisie season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 6:30 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Ajax FC currently sits third in the Eredivisie, just one point behind leaders PSV Eindhoven. The team has demonstrated resilience, managing to secure wins even when performances have been lackluster. Journalist Mike Verweij highlights key player recoveries, including Julian Brandt and Steven Berghuis, which strengthen Ajax's title challenge. Additionally, the potential return of defender Daley Blind could impact team dynamics, particularly affecting Dies Janse’s playing time. Ajax aims to maintain consistent performance as the season progresses and participates in European competition.
- •Ajax is third in the Eredivisie, level with Feyenoord.
- •Ajax secured wins despite poor performances in some matches.
- •Key players Brandt and Berghuis are returning from injury.
- •Blind's return might reduce Janse's playing time.
- •Ajax is also competing in the UEFA Conference League.
- 6:30 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Verweij Explains Why Ajax Are Title Contenders, One Defender Could Play A Key Role
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