Ajax rise to second as Baas brace sinks Volendam | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Ajax beat Volendam 2-0 in the Eredivisie. Youri Baas headed in from a corner in the 13th minute after a cross by Rayane Bounida. The left-back doubled the lead with another close-range header (36.), again created by Bounida from a set piece. The Godenzonen controlled the game with 31 attempts and 64.5% possession, while Kayne van Oevelen made 11 saves to keep the margin down. The Godenzonen rise from third to second and host Olympiacos in the Champions League next, while Volendam host Go Ahead Eagles next.

Player of the Match: Youri Baas settled the contest with a first half brace from two shots on target, adding four aerial wins and clean distribution from the back.

Stat of the Match: Kayne van Oevelen produced 11 saves, limiting further damage under sustained pressure.

Three Things We Learned: Rayane Bounida's delivery was decisive, supplying two assists from corners. The Godenzonen dominated territory and threat, recording 31 attempts to Volendam's five and 64.5% possession. Volendam created little sustained pressure, finishing without a corner and registering only two shots on target.