Ajax's Catch-up Match Delayed

Ajax is yet to play its catch-up match, unlike NEC and FC Twente, who will play their inhaalduels during the week.

Rules & Governance · 2026-09-07 05:10:26

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This information comes from Voetbal International, which has confirmed the news.

Ajax, along with NEC and FC Twente, had to play their preliminary rounds in European tournaments. To give these clubs the best chance of making it to the main tournament, the KNVB offered the possibility of rescheduling Eredivisie matches. NEC, FC Twente, and Ajax made use of this option and did not play in the weekend of 22 and 23 August.

As a result, only six Eredivisie matches were played in round 3. NEC and FC Twente will now play their catch-up matches this week. NEC will face Excelsior on Tuesday, 8 September at 18:45, while FC Twente will take on Telstar on Wednesday, 9 September at 18:45. Both clubs will play again in the weekend, but then in round 6.

Ajax's Catch-up Match Delayed

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