A supporter of AFC Ajax was the victim of a violent assault in Overasselt that left him unconscious. Police have released CCTV footage of the incident in an attempt to identify the perpetrators, as reported by the Telegraaf this week.
What exactly happened?
The incident took place in Overasselt, where a woman observed a group of men walking through a garden. Shortly afterwards, an Ajax fan was so severely assaulted that he lost consciousness. The police have released a 35-second fragment from surveillance cameras. The footage shows the moment of the attack, although the exact circumstances are still under investigation. Authorities hope that publishing the material will bring forward witnesses or people who recognize the suspects.
Who responded to the violence?
Politician Wierd Duk voiced fierce criticism following the assault. He said: "Nederland is narcostaat!" and expressed his anger over what he called a 'non-Dutch' attack. Geert Wilders also joined the discussion by criticizing Rob Jetten and stating he had taught him a lesson. Former footballer Marco van Basten reflected on past events, remarking: "Toen was het over." These reactions highlight the social unrest surrounding the violence.
How is Ajax performing on the pitch?
While this off-field incident demands attention, AFC Ajax is performing solidly in the Eredivisie. The club currently sits fourth in the league with seven points from three matches. The team has secured two wins and one draw, resulting in a recent form of WDW. Ajax has scored eight goals and conceded only two, giving them a goal difference of +6. In the standings, the Amsterdam club trails leaders AZ Alkmaar by five points. Fans can follow the full table on our standings page.
What is the next fixture?
The club's focus now turns to an important clash. Ajax will host PSV Eindhoven, currently in second place, at home on 5 September 2026. This top match promises to be exciting and is crucial in the early title race. The full schedule for the coming weeks can be found on our fixtures page. The squad, which is currently in good form, will aim to maintain focus on the pitch.
Manager John Heitinga's team is working on preparations for the cracker against PSV, a match that always carries extra weight. The playing group is intact with no new injuries reported, which can be tracked via our injuries page. AFC Ajax's next match is therefore a home game against PSV Eindhoven on 5 September 2026.
