Ajax 2:1 Burnley — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Abdellah Ouazane struck the winner as Ajax edged Burnley 2-1 in a Club Friendly, the midfielder's decisive goal settling a scrappy pre-season contest. The result gives Ajax a morale-boosting win but offers no clear picture of their readiness for competitive action.

Burnley had fought back well after falling behind, Aaron Bouwman putting Ajax ahead on 34 minutes before Jaydon Banel equalised for the visitors on 62, Luca Koleosho providing the assist. But parity lasted only five minutes: Abdellah Ouazane turned home from Don-Angelo Konadu's pass on 67, and despite Lluc Castell's yellow card and Anton Gaaei's later booking, the Clarets could not find a second.

Ajax controlled the second half with 56% possession and 11 shots to Burnley's six, finishing with a 51-49 share of the ball overall and 17-11 in attempts; the hosts were the more threatening side on the numbers. Ouazane, an 8.3-rated midfielder, was the standout for his winning goal and all-round influence. CheckLive's model strongly favoured Ajax and was confirmed correct. There is no next fixture scheduled.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Ajax vs Burnley?

Ajax 2-1 Burnley (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Aaron Bouwman (34') for Ajax; Jaydon Banel (62', assist Luca Koleosho) for Burnley; Abdellah Ouazane (67', assist Don-Angelo Konadu) for Ajax.

Were there any cards in Ajax vs Burnley?

Yellow cards: Lluc Castell (Burnley); Anton Gaaei (Ajax).

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