AFC Ajax manager Oscar Garcia analyzed the draw in De Klassieker against Feyenoord following the Eredivisie match in Rotterdam. The Amsterdam side drew 1-1 at De Kuip on March 22, 2026, a result that left Garcia with mixed feelings.
This emerged during a post-match press conference covered by www.reutersconnect.com. The Spanish coach shared his thoughts on the clash between the two arch-rivals. "I think we played a good game, but it was not enough to win," said Oscar Garcia. His words captured the ambivalence within the Ajax squad after the derby.
What is Ajax's current league position?
The situation for Ajax in the Eredivisie has changed considerably since that March match. As of early September 2026, the club sits fourth in the table. Ajax has seven points from three games, with two wins and one draw. Their recent form is denoted as WDW.
The team has scored eight goals this season while conceding only two, resulting in a goal difference of plus six. However, Ajax trails league leaders AZ Alkmaar by five points in the title race. The full table can always be followed on our standings page.
What does this mean for the upcoming fixtures?
The schedule for the coming period is clear. Ajax must focus on their next assignment, an away match against FC Twente on November 8, 2026. Twente currently sits eighth in the Eredivisie, making them a tricky opponent. Preparations for that encounter are in full swing.
Garcia's squad possesses enough quality to continue picking up points. This season's statistics, available on our stats page, show an attacking team. The defense has held firm so far, which is essential for success in the league.
How did the post-Klassieker press conference unfold?
The meeting with journalists took place in Rotterdam, immediately after the final whistle at De Kuip. Photographer Marcel van Dorst captured the coach for EYE4images, distributed via Reuters Connect. Garcia spoke calmly and thoughtfully, aware that every statement about the derby is scrutinized.
He emphasized the positive aspects of his team's play but also acknowledged the missing three points. This self-criticism is characteristic of the manager, who always strives for improvement. The full squad for the coming matches can be consulted in our squad overview.
What are the concrete next steps?
First, attention turns fully to training. The players return to Sportcomplex De Toekomst to work on fine-tuning. Garcia and his staff analyze the strong and weak moments from the match against Feyenoord.
Then follows preparation for FC Twente. The away match in Enschede is scheduled for November 8, a date already marked in the calendars. The complete schedule up to that point can be viewed via our fixtures planner. Ajax travels to De Grolsch Veste to play an important match there.
