Ajax rediscover their attacking magic with a stunning five-goal performance, leaving Groningen overwhelmed in a thrilling Eredivisie encounter!
Ajax produced a dominant display to defeat FC Groningen 5–2 at Euroborg on Sunday, October 18, 2026. After a difficult run of results, the Amsterdam giants responded with an emphatic victory, showing their attacking quality and clinical finishing.
Brandt Sets the Tone
Julian Brandt opened the scoring in the 27th minute, giving Ajax the breakthrough they needed. Aaron Bouwman doubled the advantage ten minutes later, putting the visitors firmly in control before halftime.
Groningen had their moments, but Ajax entered the break with a comfortable two-goal lead and looked dangerous whenever they moved forward.
Groningen Fight Back, But Ajax Respond
Brynjólfur Willumsson pulled one back shortly after the restart, giving the home supporters renewed hope.
However, Brandt struck again in the 60th minute to restore Ajax’s two-goal cushion. Jorthy Mokio then took centre stage, scoring twice in the 69th and 75th minutes to put the result beyond doubt.
Thom van Bergen grabbed Groningen’s second goal in the 83rd minute, but it was too little, too late to spark a comeback.
What the Result Means
For Ajax, this victory provides a significant confidence boost after recent disappointing results. Their five goals demonstrated the attacking potential that supporters expect from one of Dutch football’s biggest clubs.
Groningen will be disappointed with their defensive performance, particularly after conceding three times in the second half. Although they showed fight by scoring twice, they struggled to contain Ajax’s movement and finishing.
Final Score: FC Groningen 2–5 Ajax
Groningen
– Brynjólfur Willumsson 49′
– Thom van Bergen 83′
Ajax
– Julian Brandt 27′, 60′
– Aaron Bouwman 37′
– Jorthy Mokio 69′, 75′
The big talking point: Brandt’s brace and Mokio’s double helped Ajax turn a commanding first-half advantage into a five-goal statement victory.
Ajax finally have something to smile about, while Groningen are left to reflect on a difficult afternoon at home.