Marciano Vink saw several big names of Ajax in the first half of the match at Go Ahead Eagles (2-2) for the disposal. In This was the weekend op ESPN Show the analyst that among other things
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Ajax ran into the first point loss in the second round of the Eredivisie. In Deventer, Klaassen gave the team of John Heitinga in the lead early, after which Go Ahead came through Melle Meulensteen and Evert Linthorst on 2-1. Youri Baas determined the rest position at 2-2 in the injury time of the first half, which would ultimately also turn out to be the final score.
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The game of Ajax before half time Vink was certainly not better than expected, says the former player of the Amsterdammers. Vink therefore speaks of ‘a competition with two faces’. “I think in the first half they just did not know what they were doing well. They did not know that so well through all the lines. The poor Mokio dutifully did his best to close the holes, with others mainly renouncing.” The analyst shows to make that statement strength in which Anton Gaaei is covering his opponent about five meters and then how Moro goes far too late behind his free -standing direct opponent.
‘Virtue meters are not so happy to make it at Ajax’
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Then Vink leaves images of Berghuis that does not contribute to an outbreak of Go Ahead. “If you just collapse there … These are dirty meters that you have to make, but they don’t like to make them at Ajax. That happened constantly in the first half. Mathis Suray had the first half of his life, I think he got so much room to play on the inside of Mokio,” says the analyst.
‘Mokio and Itakura came to look bad, but it all starts in the front’
Then you think: then with Klaassen and Taylor it is a little better, but Klaassen also did not pick up the right people spatially, “Vink further analyzes.” Mokio walked with Suray all the time and then itakura sometimes moved on. Then you get that Mokio looks bad and itakura will look bad. But: actually it all just starts in the front. If you want to defend compactly, make sure you have that with high intensity do. If your husband walks away, make sure you are in his back. When spaces arise, squeeze a little inside and help each other to be stamped. These are all basic things on how you can easily play your opponent, “says Vink.
Ajax’s Struggles at Go Ahead Eagles: Key Takeaways
Ajax’s performance against Go Ahead Eagles exposed vulnerabilities in their game plan and player cohesion. Marciano Vink’s analysis highlighted specific areas where experienced players like Berghuis and Klaassen fell short, impacting the defensive stability of younger players. Here’s a summary of the key issues:
| Issue | Players/Area Affected | Description | Impact |
|——————————————|——————————————–|—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————–|——————————————————————————————————————————————-|
| Lack of Defensive Contribution | Berghuis, Klaassen, and others | Inconsistent tracking back and failure to support defenders, leaving gaps and exposing the backline. | Created space for Go Ahead Eagles, leading to chances and ultimately goals. Overburdened Mokio and Itakura. |
| Poor Positional Awareness | Berghuis, Klaassen, Moro, others | Players failing to pick up the correct opponents spatially, leaving attackers unmarked and allowing fast transitions. Example of moro being late to his opponent. | Led to scoring opportunities for Go Ahead Eagles, highlighting a lack of defensive structure, and forced positional adjustments. |
| underperformance of Key Players | Berghuis, Klaassen | Key players not performing their defensive duties effectively, resulting in under-pressure of supporting teammates like Mokio and the debutant Itakura. | Lowered the team’s overall intensity and defensive solidity, contributing to conceded goals and a lack of control. |
| Impact on Young Players | Mokio, Itakura | Due to experienced players’ lack of support, young defenders like Mokio and Itakura were left exposed. | Caused young players to appear less triumphant through defensive errors, ultimately reflecting the team’s weakness in the front. |
| Low Intensity in the First Half | The entire team | The team’s overall low intensity level in the first half facilitated Go Ahead Eagles in building their attacks and exploiting Ajax’s defensive vulnerabilities. | Created space for Go Ahead Eagles, decreasing defensive solidity. Highlighted a lack of team unity. |
This data underscores the need for a strategic enhancement in player roles and team mechanics.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ajax’s Performance
Q: What specific aspects of Ajax’s play were criticized by Vink?
A: Analyst Marciano Vink primarily criticized the lack of defensive work rate and positional awareness from key Ajax players,which disrupted the team’s defensive structure and exposed younger players.
Q: How did the experienced players’ performance affect the younger players?
A: The experienced players’ shortcomings in defensive contributions and positioning forced younger players like Mokio and Itakura to cover more ground, exposing them and making them look bad due to the positional errors.
Q: What did Vink mean by “a competition with two faces”?
A: Vink meant Ajax’s performance in the match was inconsistent, with noticeable weaknesses in the first half but implying potential for improvement, or a diffrent performance in the second half or following matches.The expression underlines the stark contrast in team performance and focus.
Q: What can Ajax do to improve their performance?
A: Ajax needs to improve defensive association by ensuring all players contribute defensively,maintain positional discipline,and support each other with higher intensity,especially from attacking players.
Q: Why is defensive work rate so crucial?
A: Defensive work rate is key for compactness, reducing space for the opposition, and quickly winning back possession. Without it, the team’s defense is vulnerable, and harder for young players to fill up the gaps.
Q: What is meant by “dirty meters” and why are they important?
A: “Dirty meters” refer to the necessary, less glamorous running a player must do off the ball, e.g., tracking back or closing down opponents. Making these running efforts is vital for maintaining a compact defense and supporting the team’s defensive structure.
Q: How did the lack of intensity impact Ajax’s game?
A: The low intensity and lack of unity in the first half, made it easier for Go Ahead Eagles to build attacks, exploit defensive spaces, and ultimately score goals.
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