Ajax delivered a resounding statement in the Eredivisie on Sunday, crushing PSV Eindhoven 4-0 at the Johan Cruyff Arena. The victory, achieved through goals from Steven Berghuis, Dušan Tadić, and a brace from Sébastien Haller, extended Ajax’s lead at the top of the Dutch league table to six points. The match, witnessed by a sell-out crowd of 54,025, saw Ajax dominate possession and create multiple scoring opportunities, while PSV struggled to contain their hosts’ attacking prowess. The result marks Ajax’s seventh consecutive league win and deals a significant blow to PSV’s title aspirations. The defeat leaves PSV in third place, 12 points behind the league leaders.
Ajax Dominates PSV in Eredivisie Showdown
Ajax delivered a commanding performance, crushing PSV 4-0 in their Eredivisie showdown. The victory extends Ajax’s lead at the top of the table to six points.
The Amsterdam giants dominated from the start, with Steven Berghuis opening the scoring in the 18th minute. Berghuis capitalised on a defensive error, slotting the ball past PSV goalkeeper Walter Benítez.
Ajax doubled their lead just before half-time, with Antony finding the net in the 43rd minute. The winger’s strike came after a swift counter-attack, catching PSV’s defence off guard.
The second half saw more of the same, with Ajax’s Dusan Tadic adding a third goal in the 58th minute. Tadic’s effort was a well-placed header from a corner kick, further extending Ajax’s lead.
Substitute Brian Brobbey sealed the victory in the 82nd minute, completing the rout. Brobbey’s goal came after a neat one-two with Antony, showcasing Ajax’s clinical finishing.
PSV manager Roger Schmidt expressed disappointment post-match. “We didn’t play well today. Ajax were the better team, and we need to improve,” Schmidt admitted.
Ajax manager Erik ten Hag praised his team’s performance. “We played well today. We controlled the game and deserved the win,” Ten Hag stated.
The victory marks Ajax’s seventh consecutive Eredivisie win, demonstrating their dominance in the league. PSV, meanwhile, remains in third place, 11 points behind Ajax.
Eredivisie Leaders Ajax Secure Impressive Victory
Ajax extended their lead at the top of the Eredivisie with a commanding 4-0 victory over PSV Eindhoven on Sunday. The Amsterdam giants now sit six points clear of second-placed AZ Alkmaar, with a game in hand.
Dusan Tadic opened the scoring in the 18th minute, slotting home after a swift counter-attack. The Serbian playmaker has now scored 12 goals and provided 10 assists in all competitions this season.
Ajax doubled their lead just before half-time, with Nicolas Tagliafico heading in a corner from Tadic. The left-back’s goal was his fifth of the season, showcasing Ajax’s attacking threat from all areas of the pitch.
PSV’s struggles continued in the second half, with Sean Klaiber seeing red in the 68th minute for a second yellow card. Ajax capitalised on the numerical advantage, with David Neres and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar adding further goals in the closing stages.
Ajax manager Erik ten Hag praised his side’s performance post-match. “We played very well today, especially in the first half,” he said. “We controlled the game and created many chances.”
The victory marks Ajax’s sixth consecutive Eredivisie win, maintaining their impressive form under Ten Hag. The club now turns their attention to Thursday’s Champions League last-16 first leg against Real Madrid.
PSV Suffer Heavy Defeat Against Ajax
Ajax delivered a devastating blow to PSV Eindhoven with a 4-0 victory in their Eredivisie clash at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The Amsterdam giants dominated from the start, with goals from Sébastien Haller, Steven Berghuis, and a brace from Brian Brobbey sealing the win.
PSV struggled to contain Ajax’s relentless attack, with the hosts creating numerous chances throughout the match. Ajax’s manager, Alfred Schreuder, praised his team’s performance, stating, “We played very well today. We controlled the game from the beginning to the end.”
The defeat leaves PSV in fourth place in the Eredivisie table, 12 points behind leaders Ajax. PSV’s manager, Roger Schmidt, acknowledged the gap but remained optimistic, saying, “We have to accept this result. We need to work hard to close the gap.”
Ajax’s Sébastien Haller opened the scoring in the 18th minute, capitalising on a defensive error from PSV. The Ivory Coast international’s goal was his eighth of the season, further cementing his status as a key player for the Amsterdam side.
Steven Berghuis doubled Ajax’s lead just before half-time, finishing calmly after a swift counter-attack. The Dutch international’s goal was his sixth of the season, showcasing his importance to the team’s attacking prowess.
Brian Brobbey completed the scoring with two goals in the second half, demonstrating Ajax’s clinical finishing. The young Dutch forward’s brace was his fourth and fifth goals of the season, highlighting his emerging talent.
The defeat marks PSV’s heaviest loss in the Eredivisie this season, raising questions about their title aspirations. Ajax, on the other hand, continue their dominant form, extending their lead at the top of the table.
Ajax Extends Winning Streak in Eredivisie
Ajax extended their winning streak to nine matches in the Eredivisie with a commanding 4-0 victory over PSV Eindhoven on Sunday. The result keeps Ajax top of the table, six points clear of second-placed AZ Alkmaar.
Dusan Tadic opened the scoring in the 18th minute, capitalising on a defensive error. The Serbian midfielder doubled his tally just before half-time, finishing calmly after a swift counter-attack.
Ajax’s dominance continued after the break, with Nicolas Tagliafico adding a third goal in the 58th minute. The left-back curled a precise effort into the top corner from 25 yards.
Kick-off was delayed by 20 minutes due to crowd congestion outside the Johan Cruijff Arena. Ajax manager Erik ten Hag praised his team’s focus despite the late start. “We handled the situation professionally,” he said post-match.
PSV manager Mark van Bommel criticised his side’s defensive display. “We made too many individual errors,” he admitted. The defeat leaves PSV in fifth place, 11 points behind Ajax.
The victory marks Ajax’s largest win over PSV since a 7-1 triumph in 1972. The club’s last defeat in the Eredivisie came on 23 October against FC Emmen. Ajax next face FC Groningen on 16 December.
Eredivisie Clash Ends in Convincing Ajax Triumph
Ajax delivered a dominant performance to crush PSV Eindhoven 4-0 in their Eredivisie clash at the Johan Cruyff Arena. The hosts took control early, with Steven Berghuis opening the scoring in the 18th minute. Davy Klaassen doubled the lead just before half-time, putting Ajax in a commanding position.
The second half saw more of the same, with Klaassen completing his brace in the 55th minute. Daley Blind added a fourth goal in the 72nd minute, sealing the victory for Ajax. The win extends Ajax’s lead at the top of the Eredivisie table to six points.
PSV manager Roger Schmidt expressed disappointment after the match. “We didn’t play well today. Ajax were the better team and deserved the win,” he admitted. Ajax manager Erik ten Hag praised his team’s performance. “We played well and took our chances. It’s a good result for us,” he said.
The victory marks Ajax’s sixth consecutive win in the league. They now have 57 points, with PSV remaining in second place with 51 points. The next Eredivisie match for Ajax is against FC Utrecht on 22 February.
Ajax extended their lead at the top of the Eredivisie with a dominant 4-0 victory over PSV Eindhoven. The win keeps them six points clear of second-placed AZ Alkmaar, with 11 matches remaining. Ajax’s defense remained impenetrable, while their attack continued to impress, with goals from Antony, Bertrand Traoré, and a brace from Sébastien Haller. The result leaves PSV in fifth place, 12 points behind the leaders. Ajax will look to maintain their momentum when they face FC Emmen next weekend, while PSV will aim to bounce back against VVV-Venlo.
