Ajax Secure 2-0 Win Over Groningen to Keep Conference League Hopes

Ajax defeated FC Groningen 2-0 in the first play-off match of the Conference League qualifiers. The match was held in Volendam. The victory keeps the Dutch side's European ambitions alive.

The win follows a season in which Ajax missed out on the top European qualification spots. Their earlier failure left the club eager to secure a place through the play-offs.

Coach Óscar García guided his team to the clean sheet and the two goals. The performance under his leadership showed the squad's determination to reach the Conference League.

Volendam served as the neutral venue for the first leg against FC Groningen. The setting provided a stage for Ajax to assert their intentions.

A 2-0 advantage puts Ajax in a strong position ahead of the second leg. The margin gives them a cushion to manage the return fixture.

Looking forward, Ajax will aim to maintain their momentum to secure a Conference League berth. The club hopes the result will propel them toward the group stage.