Over the years Ajax have been renowned for sustaining success despite selling key players every summer, yet they may have gone too far this transfer window The famous Ajax Amsterdam is known as one of the great footballing institutions because of the abundance of trophies, the European history, and perhaps in contemporary football primarily forContinue reading “The cause of their own problems? Why Ajax may have opened the door to their Eredivisie rivals”
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Feyenoord – the sleeping giant that is finally awakening
After many tumultuous years, the famous Rotterdam club looks to be finally back on the right track – no matter what happens in the Europa Conference League Final Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook This season, Feyenoord accomplished something that they hadn’t achieved in two decades – reaching a European Cup final. The inaugural Europa Conference LeagueContinue reading “Feyenoord – the sleeping giant that is finally awakening”
The January Eredivisie deals you should know about
Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Read more articles here Last summer we provided a summary of some of the most notable moves away from the Eredivisie but this time, following the January transfer window and with so much still on the line in an exciting season, we look at the most significant moves to sides within theContinue reading “The January Eredivisie deals you should know about”
Sven Botman – an appraisal
Read more Oranje articles here As you may have guessed from the title, this is very much a positive piece. And keeping that in mind, you’ll understand why it will therefore include several zestful statements. Therefore it makes sense to start with one… If Sven Botman was playing for one of the so-called ‘big clubs’, ratherContinue reading “Sven Botman – an appraisal”
Eredivisie 2021/22 – the mid-season report
Header photo: SciSports Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Read more articles here Following the interruptions of 2020, football has been running at full pelt in 2021, the intensity turned up to high and the matches coming at us thick and fast. Unlike in the Premier League, the Dutch Eredivisie takes a breather over the winter withContinue reading “Eredivisie 2021/22 – the mid-season report”
Haller and Ajax – the perfect fit
After failing to deliver with West Ham United, Sébastien Haller is thriving with Ajax – where has his form come from? Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook When West Ham United made Sébastien Haller their most expensive ever signing in July 2019, the red carpet was rolled out to welcome the exciting new €50m signing from EintrachtContinue reading “Haller and Ajax – the perfect fit”
Bedankt en tot ziens – 7 big moves away from the Eredivisie in the summer transfer window
What were the most notable departures from the top division of Dutch football over the summer? (Photo Credit: AD.nl) Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook The 2021 summer transfer window was one of the most remarkable in history, with twists and turns that no one saw coming, right up until the final deadline. Yet one thing remainedContinue reading “Bedankt en tot ziens – 7 big moves away from the Eredivisie in the summer transfer window”
Fantastic Five – the young Dutch stars to watch at Euro 2020
The Netherlands are back at a major tournament for the first time since 2014. Who are the lesser known stars who could light up the tournament for the Oranje as they look to emulate the European Champions of 1988? Remember to follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook It is natural that when an international tournament squad isContinue reading “Fantastic Five – the young Dutch stars to watch at Euro 2020”
What to look out for in the Eredivisie run-in
Lead Photo Credit: Eredivisie Keep updated on new articles by following The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook It has been nearly two years since the last winner of the Eredivisie. The Dutch top flight was the first major European football league to cancel its season in 2020 due to the COVID-19 crisis, meaning no champion for the firstContinue reading “What to look out for in the Eredivisie run-in”
One to watch – Joey Veerman, the heartbeat of Heerenveen
“That boy gives balls that you do not expect…It is not a matter of seeing, but feeling where your fellow players are. Veerman has that feeling.” “When he touches the ball, something special always comes out of his feet.” “I really think he is the best player in the Eredivisie. Football players such as VeermanContinue reading “One to watch – Joey Veerman, the heartbeat of Heerenveen”
Great expectations, harsh reality – seven Dutch players who failed to deliver in the Premier League
From Memphis Depay to the infamous Winston Bogarde, some notable former Eredivisie players surprisingly struggled in England Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Over the years there has been a magnificent abundance of Dutch players who have graced the Premier League after previously playing in the Eredivisie. Their influence is woven into the rich tapestry of differentContinue reading “Great expectations, harsh reality – seven Dutch players who failed to deliver in the Premier League”
The challengers from the East – Vitesse Arnhem
After the best start in their 128-year history, unheralded Vitesse Arnhem had been challenging for a first ever League title and could still upset the Dutch powerhouses by securing Champions League qualification for the first time Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Due to the combination of a hectic schedule, little pre-season andContinue reading “The challengers from the East – Vitesse Arnhem”
The unravelling of Morrison and ADO Den Haag
The career of Ravel Morrison took another disappointing backward step when he was released by Dutch Eredivisie side ADO Den Haag – where did it all go wrong? Follow The Oranje on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Be honest, readers – how many of you were aware that Ravel Morrison, once labelled as the future ofContinue reading “The unravelling of Morrison and ADO Den Haag”
The Eredivisie 2020/21 – five talking points so far
This season’s Dutch Eredivisie is shaping up to be an exciting one – here we take a look at some of the most notable stories as it reaches its midpoint Much of our contemporary domestic footballing focus is fixated on the English Premier League, the Spanish La Liga and the Italian Serie A. This meansContinue reading “The Eredivisie 2020/21 – five talking points so far”
Is this the last chance for Mario Götze?
His career has been on a downward trajectory but a fresh start in the Dutch Eredivisie with PSV Eindhoven could see the return of Super Mario
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