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Drama for Ajax in Groningen: in slot seconds victory and leading position handed over - World News

Ajax conceded a 99th-minute equaliser in a 2-2 draw against Groningen on Wednesday, relinquishing their Eredivisie lead.
Ajax had needed six points from their last five games after holding a nine-point lead, but four winless matches caused PSV to overtake them.
During the match, Ajax took the lead twice, but Groningen scored a late equaliser despite being down to ten men, while PSV won their game to lead by one point.
Thijmen Blokzijl's goal in the 99th minute sparked euphoric celebrations among supporters in Groningen, Eindhoven, and Rotterdam, as PSV now only requires a victory in their final match to secure the championship.
Ajax’s title fate no longer rests on their results, as PSV stands as the favourite to secure the Eredivisie crown with one game remaining.

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Amsterdammers After Draw: 'It Makes Me Feel Sick'

Ajax loses the lead after a draw against FC Groningen. In Nieuws van de dag, Jeroen Holtrop speaks to disappointed Amsterdammers. The hope for a championship seems to have vanished and emotions are running high.

8 days ago·Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Klaassen speechless after unprecedented disappointment: 'I don't know what to say'

Ajax midfielder Davy Klaassen's reaction after the 2-2 draw at FC Groningen, which saw Ajax lose the top position.

10 days ago·Netherlands

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NRC Handelsblad

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Ajax loses victory in Groningen in last seconds, PSV has championship in its own hands

Eredivisie: Ajax and FC Groningen drew 2-2 on Wednesday night. PSV won 4-1 against Heracles and will enter the Eredivisie with one round to go.

10 days ago·Netherlands

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Volkskrant

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Ajax loses top position to PSV after tumultuous final minute in Groningen (2-2)

In an apotheosis of total madness, Ajax lost two points at FC Groningen on Wednesday (2-2). As a result, it may miss out on the national title.

10 days ago·Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Insectless Cuts in the Fight for Titles in European Football (Photogalery)

With the drama that lives in Ajax, BOLA remembers seven other occasions when clubs have lost enormous advantages at the top of national championships

9 days ago·Lisbon, Portugal

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No victory again: Ajax's historic collapse is complete

By Daniel Buse Ajax Amsterdam's historic collapse in the Dutch Eredivisie is complete: The record champions had to settle for a dramatic 2-2 (1-0) draw at FC Groningen on Wednesday, completely squandering their lead in the standings. It was the fourth consecutive game without a win for Ajax, who were nine points ahead of PSV at the beginning of April. Now, however, the Eindhoven club enter the final matchday as the new leaders. more...

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