Mats Seuntjens says small clubs can't match Ajax

Mats Seuntjens said he cannot understand why players from smaller clubs look forward to away matches against Ajax. The comment was made while discussing the Dutch top‑flight.

Seuntjens referred to Ajax’s 2018/2019 season, when the Amsterdam side dominated domestic competition. He used that campaign to illustrate the level of play required.

He argued that in such fixtures many smaller clubs find it impossible to compete. Seuntjens suggested the gap leaves little incentive for underdogs to relish the challenge.

The midfielder’s remarks underscore ongoing debates about parity in the Eredivisie. Future discussions may focus on how smaller clubs can bridge the performance gap.