Leon ten Voorde Reflects: “Grolsch Veste Was My Waterloo”
On Sunday, FC Twente will host a much-anticipated match against Ajax. The game carries significant weight, particularly for Ajax’s head coach, John Heitinga, who faces increasing scrutiny over his position. Leon ten Voorde, a columnist, offers insights regarding Heitinga’s situation.
Ten Voorde’s Advice to Heitinga
In his column for Emegypt, Ten Voorde suggests that Heitinga should refrain from bringing assistant coach Marcel Keizer to the match. He humorously notes that Keizer, who once held the head coaching position at Ajax, was dismissed following a defeat at FC Twente in December 2017.
- Keizer’s tenure at Ajax lasted just a few months in 2017.
- He was fired before the winter break due to poor performance.
- Erik ten Hag, a known figure from the local region, succeeded Keizer.
The Connection to Grolsch Veste
Ten Voorde also likens the situation at Ajax to a historical event, referring to “De Grolsch Veste as Waterloo.” This metaphor underscores the pressure associated with Ajax’s performance in Enschede. The anticipation builds as FC Twente and Ajax prepare to clash at 12:15 PM local time on Sunday.
As the match approaches, the spotlight remains firmly on Heitinga and his coaching staff. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Ajax can turn around their fortunes at this challenging venue.
