Míchel praised his players for a "great game" despite the team's inability to convert their chances into goals. The coach acknowledged that the team's lack of effectiveness ultimately led to their defeat. "We have had a great game, but we have not been able to take advantage of our chances," Míchel said.
Míchel also expressed his satisfaction with the team's defense, but admitted that Excelsior's efficiency was the main reason for their loss. Ajax has now failed to win against Excelsior for the fifth consecutive time, with four of those matches ending in a 2-2 draw.
Ajax is currently struggling with a poor home record, with only one win in four matches. Their next match is against Vitesse, a game that will be crucial in determining the team's future prospects.