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Feyenoord vs Ajax

Stadion Feijenoord, Rotterdam5 April 2023 at 19:00
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Feyenoord

12
Away

Ajax

Referee: A. Lindhout

Match Events

Feyenoord
Ajax
Kick Off
14′
D. Tadić
18′Jurriën Timber
38′Kenneth Taylor
S. Giménez

assist: A. Jahanbakhsh

45+2′
Half Time
48′Edson Álvarez
51′
D. Klaassen
61′
M. KudusFrancisco Conceição
Orkun Kökçü62′
62′Dušan Tadić
66′
D. KlaassenB. Brobbey
A. JahanbakhshDanilo
67′
G. TraunerIgor Paixão
67′
M. PedersenN. Kasanwirjo
68′
S. SzymańskiE. Bullaude
68′
74′
S. BerghuisC. Bassey
74′
Y. BaasJ. Hato
Mats Wieffer79′
O. IdrissiJ. Dilrosun
82′
Marcos López90+8′
90+6′Kenneth Taylor
90+5′Gerónimo Rulli
90+6′Kenneth Taylor
Q. HartmanM. López
90+4′
90+7′
S. BergwijnF. Grillitsch
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal5
6Shots off Goal3
11Total Shots11
1Blocked Shots3
9Shots insidebox7
2Shots outsidebox4
16Fouls14
8Corner Kicks3
1Offsides0
56%Ball Possession44%
3Yellow Cards6
0Red Cards1
3Goalkeeper Saves3
480Total passes391
388Passes accurate276
81%Passes %71%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Feyenoord is 6.75, compared to 6.98 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. Feyenoord's highest-rated starter is G. Trauner (6.75), while Ajax's best-rated player is Y. Baas (7.50).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Feyenoord have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Ajax's starters account for 6 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

Feyenoord deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Ajax's 4-man backline averaging 7.50. 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

Feyenoord field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Ajax's 3 rated 6.81. 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

Feyenoord start 3 forward(s) averaging —, 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 85% for Feyenoord 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

Feyenoord's starters have collected 0 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 Feyenoord's starting XI is 31.5 (youngest: T. Wellenreuther (30), oldest: G. Trauner (33)), while Ajax average 27.8 (youngest: Y. Baas (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

Feyenoord's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 9 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.

Feyenoord4-3-34-3-3Ajax
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Wellenr.2Pedersen18Trauner33Hancko5Hartman7Jahanba.20Wieffer10Kökçü17Szymańs.29Giménez26Idrissi12Rulli19Sánchez2Timber4Álvarez25Baas6Klaassen8Taylor23Berghuis20Kudus10Tadić7Bergwijn

Substitutes

Coach: A. Slot

Substitutes

Coach: J. Heitinga

FeyenoordPosition StrengthAjax
6.75
Avg Rating
6.98
6.75Defender (4 v 4)7.50
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (3 v 3)6.81
0G 0A6G 6A
Feyenoord4-3-3
22GoalkeeperT. Wellenreuther
2DefenderM. Pedersen
18DefenderG. Trauner6.8
33DefenderD. Hancko
5DefenderQ. Hartman
7MidfielderA. Jahanbakhsh
20MidfielderM. Wieffer
10MidfielderO. Kökçü
17ForwardS. Szymański
29ForwardS. Giménez
26ForwardO. Idrissi
Ajax4-3-3
12GoalkeeperG. Rulli
19DefenderJ. Sánchez
2DefenderJ. Timber
4DefenderE. Álvarez
25DefenderY. Baas7.5
6MidfielderD. Klaassen6.3
8MidfielderK. Taylor6.92G4A
23MidfielderS. Berghuis7.34G2A
20ForwardM. Kudus
10ForwardD. Tadić
7ForwardS. Bergwijn

Match Summary

Ajax defeated Feyenoord 2:1. The match was played in KNVB Beker 2022. Goals were scored by D. Tadić 14′, S. Giménez 45′, D. Klaassen 51′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Feyenoord had 56% possession while Ajax held 44%. Feyenoord had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (5 on target) for Ajax. Feyenoord made 6 substitutions, Ajax made 5.

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Feyenoord vs Ajax Head to Head Results

2 stretnutí
Feyenoord
0
wins
Drawn
1
Ajax
1
wins
Total goals
4 · 2.0/match
Both scored
1/2 · 50%
Over 2.5
0/2 · 0%

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Match Prediction

Feyenoord

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Ajax

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Ajax

44%Form56%
57%Attack43%
0%Defence100%
29%Head-to-head71%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 4 May 2026