Ajax Player Allowed to Continue After Red Card in Friendly Against Stuttgart

Davy Klaassen remained on the pitch following a red card as coaches and referee prioritized the spirit of the friendly match.

Ajax's Davy Klaassen received a red card for a foul on VfB Stuttgart's Atakan Karazor but was allowed to continue playing after a mutual decision by both teams and the referee.
Stuttgart coach Sebastian Hoeneß explained the decision, emphasizing the importance of maintaining intensity over the result in a friendly match.
The game ended in a 2-2 draw, with Stuttgart initially leading 2-0 through goals by Angelo Stiller and Chris Führich before Ajax equalized via an own goal and a late strike by Chuba Akpom.
Stuttgart's captain, Atakan Karazor, was substituted after the foul but appeared to avoid serious injury.
Stuttgart's management confirmed ongoing contract extension talks with key midfielder Angelo Stiller, whose current deal runs until 2027.