9 February 2023 at 17:45
Match Summary
Ajax defeated Twente 1:0. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2022. Goals were scored by M. Kudus 70′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Twente had 36% possession while Ajax held 64%. Twente had 13 shots (2 on target) compared to 16 (6 on target) for Ajax. Twente made 3 substitutions, Ajax made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Twente and Ajax — 1 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Tadić
Match Statistics
Twente had 36% possession against Ajax's 64%. Twente registered 13 shots (2 on target) while Ajax managed 16 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–7. Fouls committed: 11–11.
Lineups
Twente lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under R. Jans, while Ajax deployed a 4-3-3 under J. Heitinga.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Twente is 7.17, compared to 6.67 for Ajax. 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. Twente's highest-rated starter is R. van Wolfswinkel (8.10), while Ajax's best-rated player is S. Berghuis (7.29).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Twente have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by R. van Wolfswinkel (2G). Ajax's starters account for 7 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by S. Berghuis (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Twente deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Ajax's 4-man backline averaging 6.45. 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
Twente field 3 midfielders averaging 7.40, versus Ajax's 3 rated 6.82. 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
Twente start 3 forward(s) averaging 8.10, compared to 3 for Ajax 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 84% for Twente and 86% for Ajax. 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.
Discipline
Twente's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Ajax. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Twente's starting XI is 30.6 (youngest: M. Bruns (23), oldest: R. van Wolfswinkel (36)), while Ajax average 27.4 (youngest: D. Rensch (22), oldest: S. Berghuis (34)). 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
Twente's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 7 for Ajax. 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: R. Jans
Substitutes
Coach: J. Heitinga
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Twente have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Ajax show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Twente vs Ajax Head to Head Results
Twente and Ajax have met 29 times — Twente won 5, Ajax won 15, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Ajax leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 29 meetings. A combined 96 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.31 per match (35 for the home side, 61 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 20 matches (69%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (69%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2019.
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Recent Meetings (29)
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