AFC Ajax will face Sint-Truidense VV in the League Phase of the Conference League. The match is scheduled for Thursday 10 December 2026 at 21:00 at the Stayen, STVV's home ground, as reported by Sporza Voetbal this week.
The Amsterdam side currently sits ninth in the Eredivisie with four points from two matches. They have one win and one draw, with a goal difference of +2 (four scored, two conceded). This leaves Ajax eight points behind leaders AZ Alkmaar. The next major test is the home fixture against second-placed PSV Eindhoven on 5 September. You can check all upcoming matches on our fixtures page.
What does this mean for the European campaign?
The clash with STVV is the first to be confirmed in the new Conference League League Phase. For Ajax, it means a relatively short trip to Belgium in December. It's an opportunity to pick up points early in a competition where the club has ambitious targets. The current Eredivisie form, with a recent draw and a win, needs to be translated into European confidence.
How does this fit into the busy schedule?
The 10 December date falls in the middle of a congested period for Ajax. The match against PSV on 5 September comes first, followed by several Eredivisie fixtures. The Conference League game then follows, demanding good squad rotation and player fitness. The Ajax squad for 2026 will need to be managed accordingly, and you can follow its composition on our squad page. The physical condition of the player group will be a key factor.
What is the current state of the club?
Ajax has had a mixed start to the season. The four points from two games are below expectations, and the eight-point gap to AZ is significant. The goal difference of +2 indicates there is work to do both in attack and defence. The coming weeks, with PSV and European preparations, will be crucial for building momentum. The current league standings are always available on our standings page. The club needs to find its rhythm before winter and the European fixtures truly begin.
