Ajax Secure Narrow Victory Over Twente in Cup Clash
Stunning Strike Seals Triumph in Eighth Round
Enschede, Netherlands - AFC Ajax booked their place in the quarterfinals of the KNVB Beker with a hard-fought 1-0 triumph over FC Twente on Thursday at the Grolsch Veste.
The lone goal of the match came in the 81st minute, courtesy of a composed finish from Ajax forward Mohamed Kudus. The Ghanaian international latched onto a through ball from Dusan Tadic and slotted it past Twente goalkeeper Lars Unnerstall to earn his side a crucial victory.
Ajax dominated possession throughout the game, but Twente held firm in defense for much of the contest. The home side had a few promising chances, but they were unable to find the back of the net.
The win extends Ajax's unbeaten streak to six games in all competitions. They will now face second-tier side NAC Breda in the quarterfinals of the KNVB Beker.
Twente, meanwhile, will be disappointed to have exited the cup at this stage. They have now lost their last three matches in all competitions.
Match Summary:
- Goals: Mohamed Kudus (81')
- Possession: Ajax (64%), Twente (36%)
- Shots: Ajax (15), Twente (7)
- Corners: Ajax (5), Twente (2)
- Fouls: Ajax (12), Twente (10)
- Yellow Cards: Ajax (2), Twente (1)
- Red Cards: None
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