Ajax fans react to Groningen fan ban for Volendam playoff
Ajax supporters responded on Monday to the news that FC Groningen will not be allowed to bring away fans to the playoff match in Volendam against Ajax.
The decision concerns the playoff duel in Volendam, where the two clubs were set to meet. FC Groningen, known as the Pride of the North, expressed anger over the handling of the situation.
Groningen officials indicated that they are considering all options, including the possibility of a boycott. The club has not ruled out such measures.
Ajax fans said they will look for their own supporters for the match. Their reaction was immediate and vocal.
The ban on away fans applies specifically to the Volendam match, limiting Groningen's ability to travel with its supporters. This restriction has heightened tension between the clubs' fanbases.
The situation remains unresolved as both clubs prepare for the upcoming playoff. Further developments may determine whether a boycott will be enacted.