Go Ahead Eagles Hold Ajax to 1-1 Draw in Eredivisie Clash

Go Ahead Eagles Shocks Ajax

Alkmaar, Netherlands - Go Ahead Eagles pulled off a stunning 1-1 draw against Eredivisie leaders AFC Ajax in a thrilling match at the AFAS Stadion on Sunday.

The result was a major upset, as Ajax had won their previous five league matches and were heavily favored against the relegation-threatened Go Ahead Eagles.

The match started brightly for Ajax, who took the lead in the 10th minute through a stunning strike from Dusan Tadic.

Go Ahead Eagles Fight Back

However, Go Ahead Eagles refused to lie down and they equalized against the run of play in the 25th minute.

Oliver Edvardsen was the unlikely goalscorer, as he headed home a cross from the left flank to send the home crowd into raptures.

Ajax continued to press for a winner, but Go Ahead Eagles defended resolutely and held on for a famous point.

What Does the Result Mean?

The draw means that Ajax remain top of the Eredivisie table, but their lead has been cut to just two points.

Go Ahead Eagles, meanwhile, move up to 13th place in the standings and boost their hopes of avoiding relegation.

Quotes

Go Ahead Eagles coach Kees van Wonderen was delighted with his team's performance.

"We played with a lot of heart and determination today," he said.

"We knew it would be a difficult match, but we never gave up and we got our reward in the end."

Ajax coach Erik ten Hag was disappointed with his team's performance.

"We didn't play well today," he said.

"We were too slow and predictable in our attack, and we didn't defend well enough."

Looking Ahead

Ajax will be looking to bounce back from this disappointing result when they face FC Twente in their next Eredivisie match on Thursday.

Go Ahead Eagles, meanwhile, will be hoping to build on this positive result when they travel to face Sparta Rotterdam on Saturday.