Ajax and Vitesse were measured by the match corresponding to the Dutch Cup Final. The result was in favor of those commanded by Erik ten Hag, who they won 2-1 against their rival and were consecrated as the brand-new champions. Ryan Gravenberch and David Neres scored for the rojiblanco; while Loís Openda scored for those of Arnhem.
For his part, the Mexican Edson Alvarez It was from the beginning of the match and he played the 90 minutes of it, showing great performance on the field of play and being one of the highest points of the team.
With this victory, Ajax won the Dutch Cup again and already has two consecutive trophies. In the previous edition, they had beaten Willem 4-0 in the final.
Ajax champion of the Dutch Cup. TW: @afcajax
Today’s meeting was not easy, but they knew how to cope with it and move it forward. In addition, it should be noted that Jacob Vandso Rasmussen was sent off after 86 minutes of play at Vitesse and this was a boost for the champions.
— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax)
April 18, 2021
Ajax is already thinking about their next encounter for the Eredivisie, where they will face Utrecht. The duel will take place on Thursday, April 22, starting at 11:45 a.m. in central Mexico.