Ajax and FC Twente's European Debut Delayed

Ajax and FC Twente will start playing in the European competition after the international break, according to Voetbal International. The report confirms that the two Dutch clubs will begin their European campaign on 15 October.

Ajax and FC Twente's European Schedule · 2026-09-16 05:10:27

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The delay is due to the smaller size of the Conference League compared to the Europa League and Champions League, with clubs in the Conference League playing six matches in the competitive phase, whereas those in the Europa League and Champions League play eight. Additionally, the Europa League and Champions League have two more matchdays after the winter break, whereas the Conference League's competitive phase ends in 2026.

This scheduling decision is made by UEFA, which wants to give each competition its own exclusive week. The Conference League's decisive matchday, which takes place on 17 December, will be the only European matchday that week.

Ajax will play Hajduk Split away on 15 October, while FC Twente will host FC Thun at home on the same day.

Ajax and FC Twente's European Debut Delayed

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