Match Report
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Match Report
An overcast sky looms overhead here at Amsterdam Arena where Ajax Amsterdam play host to Fortuna Sittard. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
Ajax Amsterdam are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Fortuna Sittard appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
Ajax Amsterdam are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Fortuna Sittard appear to be shaped for 3-4-3.
0.00
0-0Ajax Amsterdam start the match!
2.50
0-1Marc Boffin knocks the ball forward to Johnny Fränkel. Johnny Fränkel makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Gavin Bridge. Gavin Bridge lofts in a cross ball towards Edwin Heubach. Edwin Heubach directs the ball goalwards with his head. It's there!! Tony Van Der Pennen has to pick the ball from the back of the net!
6.39
0-1Marc Boffin makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Menno Kuyt. Menno Kuyt makes a simple pass to Gavin Bridge. Gavin Bridge shoots from 25 yards but it is tipped over by Tony Van Der Pennen.
15.19
Johnny Fränkel makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Giovanni Medri. Giovanni Medri goes all the way! Giovanni Medri rockets a shot on goal but somehow Tony Van Der Pennen manages to keep it out.
16.56
0-1Marcel Overmars sees a break and surges forward. Marcel Overmars makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Arjan Tobiassen. Arjan Tobiassen deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Victor Van Bommel but the linesman indicates offside!
18.15
Marc Boffin makes a simple pass to Andres Del Sol. Andres Del Sol sees a break and surges forward. Andres Del Sol knocks in a cross ball towards Edwin Heubach. Edwin Heubach flicks the ball with his head. Tony Van Der Pennen easily smothers it.
20.44
0-1Johnny Fränkel makes a simple pass to Edwin Heubach. Edwin Heubach knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
21.55
Andres Del Sol deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Giovanni Medri. Giovanni Medri whips in a cross ball towards Edwin Heubach. Edwin Heubach is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. It's in!! A beautiful goal for Edwin Heubach!
27.32
0-2Giuseppe Rodrigues hacks Giovanni Medri from behind! The referee calls over Giuseppe Rodrigues and shows him a yellow card! Giovanni Medri hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
30.29
Andres Del Sol passes the ball forward to Edwin Heubach. Edwin Heubach knocks the ball forward to Giovanni Medri but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
34.11
Wilfred Brouwer knocks the ball forward to Victor Van Bommel. Victor Van Bommel kicks a strong pass forward to Arjan Tobiassen. Arjan Tobiassen takes a shot at goal but somehow Mateo Campos manages to keep it out.
39.56
Wilfred Brouwer makes a beautiful solo run. Wilfred Brouwer knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
42.53
Andres Del Sol deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Gavin Bridge. Gavin Bridge knocks in a cross ball towards Edwin Heubach. Edwin Heubach connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. Tony Van Der Pennen is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
45.00
The first half ends with the referee blowing his whistle!
45.00
The whistle blows and Fortuna Sittard get the second half underway!
51.23
0-3The crowd are getting restless wanting to see some action.
55.19
Olaf Sedouki passes the ball forward to Arjan Tobiassen. Arjan Tobiassen knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Marc Boffin.
61.05
0-3Victor Van Bommel comes in with a late challenge on Jesper Laursen. Victor Van Bommel is warned by the referee! Jesper Laursen hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
61.05
The crowd are getting restless wanting to see some action.
63.39
0-3Rigobert Ndo decides to run forward with the ball. Rigobert Ndo chips the ball to his team mate, Edwin Heubach. Edwin Heubach shoots from long range but he skews it badly. The ball flies well over the bar!
65.22
Olaf Sedouki threads the ball through to Pius Boateng. Pius Boateng plays a perfect one-two with Arjan Tobiassen and rushes in on goal... Pius Boateng shows great control and tries a shot on goal. Magnificent save by Mateo Campos!
75.57
Marc Boffin knocks the ball forward to Andres Del Sol. Andres Del Sol brings the ball forward. Andres Del Sol whips in a cross ball towards Giovanni Medri. Giovanni Medri heads the ball goalwards. It's miles wide!
79.42
Menno Kuyt knocks the ball forward to Giovanni Medri. Giovanni Medri shoots from outside the area but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
81.57
Olaf Sedouki passes the ball forward to Pius Boateng. Pius Boateng goes all the way! Pius Boateng shows great control and tries a shot on goal. The ball swerves viciously but the keeper is a match for it. Saved!
87.28
Marc Boffin sees space and advances. Marc Boffin makes a probing pass to Giovanni Medri. Giovanni Medri goes all the way! Giovanni Medri shows great control and tries a shot on goal. The ball comes in low, but Tony Van Der Pennen easily smothers it!
89.07
Gerhard Erler catches Menno Kuyt on the ankles. Gerhard Erler is warned by the referee! Menno Kuyt runs off the knock.
90.00
Jesper Laursen passes the ball forward to Menno Kuyt. Menno Kuyt knocks the ball to his team mate, Giovanni Medri. Giovanni Medri whips in a cross ball towards Gavin Bridge. Gavin Bridge directs the ball goalwards with his head. Tony Van Der Pennen easily picks it out of the air!
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
0
3
Shots on Target
3
8
Shots off Target
0
3
Offsides
1
1
Fouls
3
0
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
36.4%
63.6%
Play Area
28.6%
46.8%
24.7%
Scorers
| Edwin Heubach 2, 22, 43 |