18 April 2021 at 16:00
Match Summary
Ajax defeated Vitesse 2:1. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2020. Goals were scored by R. Gravenberch 23′, L. Openda 30′, David Neres 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Ajax had 56% possession while Vitesse held 44%. Ajax had 17 shots (10 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Vitesse. Ajax made 3 substitutions, Vitesse made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Ajax and Vitesse — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Broja
assist: S. Haller
Match Statistics
Ajax had 56% possession against Vitesse's 44%. Ajax registered 17 shots (10 on target) while Vitesse managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 13–16.
Lineups
Ajax lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under E. ten Hag, while Vitesse deployed a 5-3-2 under T. Letsch.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Ajax is 6.40, compared to — for Vitesse. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Ajax's highest-rated starter is D. Rensch (6.50), while Vitesse's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Ajax deploy 4 defenders rated 6.50 on average, against Vitesse's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Ajax field 3 midfielders averaging 6.30, versus Vitesse's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Ajax start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Vitesse averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 81% for Ajax and —% for Vitesse. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Ajax's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: D. Rensch (22), oldest: D. Klaassen (32)), while Vitesse average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Ajax's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Vitesse. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: E. ten Hag
Substitutes
Coach: T. Letsch
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Ajax have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Vitesse show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Ajax vs Vitesse Head to Head Results
Ajax and Vitesse have met 29 times — Ajax won 18, Vitesse won 6, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Ajax leads the head-to-head with 18 victories from 29 meetings. A combined 101 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.48 per match (69 for the home side, 32 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 17 matches (59%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 21 games (72%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Ajax are currently unbeaten in the last 13 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2019.
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Recent Meetings (29)
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