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PSV Eindhoven Overtakes Ajax in Eredivisie Title Race After Dramatic Final Stretch

Ajax’s nine-point lead evaporates following a 99th-minute equaliser by Groningen, leaving PSV one point clear heading into the final matchday.

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Henderson’s Ajax have surrendered a nine-point lead and now are one point behind PSV before the final weekend
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Overview

  • Ajax squandered a nine-point lead over PSV with five matches remaining, marking one of the most significant collapses in Eredivisie history.
  • A 99th-minute goal by Groningen’s Thijmen Blokzijl denied Ajax a crucial victory, resulting in a 2-2 draw on Wednesday.
  • PSV capitalized on Ajax’s slip with a 4-1 win over Heracles Almelo, featuring two goals from Malik Tillman, to move one point ahead in the standings.
  • Ajax must now defeat FC Twente on Sunday and hope PSV drops points at Sparta Rotterdam to reclaim the title.
  • If PSV secures the championship, it will mark the second consecutive season under coach Peter Bosz and ensure direct qualification for the Champions League.