Despite conceding a fourth minute opener, Ajax recovered efficiently and romped home to a significant 5-1 victory on Saturday evening. Despite some generous defending by PEC Zwolle, Ajax will surely be satisfied with a comprehensive win, and netting five goals for the second ...

There was a familiar face in attendance at De Toekomst this evening. Ryan Babel, the ex-Ajax, Liverpool, and 1899 Hoffenhein striker, watched Jong Ajax demolish Achilles '29 7-1 in the Eerstedivisie. Currently a free agent after his stint with Abu Dhabi's ...

In footballing terms, Ronald de Boer and Philip Cocu could be twins. Having made their names as classy and intelligent Eredivisie players, both joined the Dutch revolution in Barcelona. Following success in Catalonia, they ended their playing careers in the Middle East, before ...

Younger Dutch coaches often have their staying power and longevity questioned. Clarence Seedorf at Milan an obvious example. Though the same cannot be said of current Ajax boss Frank de Boer. Following an accomplished playing career, de Boer is enjoying his fifth year in ...

Continuing our series looking at the next generation of Dutch coaches, we review the career and early promise of a legendary ex-striker. Patrick Kluivert has long been a dependable number two. Now he's fresh and unscathed from his first managerial challenge, and seemingly primed for ...

The first in a series looking at the 'up-and-coming', Dutch coaches making their names in the world of football management. First on the radar is recently appointed QPR boss, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink. By Glenn Billingham Follow Glenn on Twitter "This is my Barcelona." ...