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Borussia Dortmund complete signing of midfielder Joey Veerman

Borussia Dortmund have officially completed the signing of midfielder Joey Veerman from PSV. The Dutch playmaker arrives at the Signal Iduna Park to bolster the club's midfield options ahead of the new campaign.

Ruud Gullit praises NEC and questions Eredivisie giants

Dutch football legend Ruud Gullit has heaped praise on NEC following their impressive tactical performance. At the same time, he has publicly questioned why traditional Eredivisie heavyweights like Ajax, Feyenoord, and PSV fail to replicate such efficiency.

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Ajax surprise Godts with Eiffel Tower banner after PSG move

Ajax have bid an emotional and high-profile farewell to Mika Godts by unveiling a massive tribute in the heart of Paris. Following his blockbuster move to the Ligue 1 champions, the Amsterdam club showcased their class with a striking visual display near the city's most iconic landmark.

Eredivisie club forced into closed-door training policy following lineup leak

Eredivisie outfit ADO Den Haag have implemented a strict closed-door training policy ahead of matches after their starting lineup was leaked online during a session. Head coach Robin Peter confirmed the immediate tactical change, expressing his regret over locking out supporters but insisting confidentiality must be maintained to protect the squad.

'Nobody saw this coming' - Van Bronckhorst 'surprised' by Xavi's Oranje move

Feyenoord boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst has admitted he was stunned by the KNVB's bold move to name former Barcelona team-mate Xavi as the new Netherlands head coach. The Dutch tactician has already reached out to congratulate the Spaniard, insisting that his former colleague deserves total backing despite the initial scepticism surrounding his appointment.

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Pos	Team	P	W	D	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	AZ Alkmaar	2	2	0	6	1	5	6	W W
2	FC Groningen	2	2	0	6	2	4	6	W W
3	Go Ahead Eagles	2	1	1	6	3	3	4	D W
4	Fortuna Sittard	2	1	1	5	3	2	4	W D
5	Ajax	2	1	1	4	2	2	4	D W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

AZ Alkmaar

W
W

FC Groningen

W
W

Go Ahead Eagles

D
W

Fortuna Sittard

W
D

Ajax

D
W

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Eredivise titles?

Ajax are the most successful club in Eredivisie history, securing the league title a record 36 times. Their most recent league triumph came at the end of the 2021-22 season.

How many teams are in the Eredivisie?

The Eredivisie currently features 18 teams competing in the league, which has been the norm since the 1966-67 season. From its inception in 1956 till 1962, there were 18 teams, too, but the number was reduced to 16 between 1962 and 1966.

Who has made the most Eredivisie appearances ever?

Pim Doesburg holds the Eredivisie record for the most appearances, having played in 687 matches over his career. His longevity and consistency between the posts as a goalkeeper made him a standout figure in Dutch football.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Eredivisie?

Willy van der Kuijlen holds the title of the Eredivisie's all-time top scorer, netting an impressive 311 goals throughout his career. His goal-scoring record remains unmatched in the history of Dutch football.

Who has the most assists in the history of the Eredivisie?

Dutch great Johan Cruyff has registered the most assists in Eredivisie history, setting up his teammates a scintillating 150 times.

Who is the oldest player ever in the Eredivise and how old was he?

Former Dutch goalkeeper Jan Jongbloed is the oldest-ever player to feature in an Eredivise game. Jongbloed was 44 years and 287 days old when he achieved this feat, playing for Go Ahead Eagles against the now-dissolved HFC Haarlem.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Eredivisie and how old was he?

Wim Kras made history as the youngest-ever player in the Eredivisie in 1959, debuting as a right winger for Volendam in a game against Ajax at the age of 15 years and 290 days.

Which famous players have played in the Eredivisie?

Prominent players who have featured in the Eredivisie include legends like Johan Cruyff, Ruud Gullit, Marco van Basten, Dennis Bergkamp, Arjen Robben, Robin van Persie, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Luis Suarez.

Which famous managers have managed in the Eredivisie?

Rinus Michels, Louis van Gaal, and Guus Hiddink are some of Eredivisie's most renowned managers.

What is the biggest stadium in the Eredivisie?

The Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam, which is the home to Ajax, is the biggest stadium in the Eredivisie with a capacity of 55,865.

Who is the most expensive player in the history of the Eredivisie?

Steven Bergwijn is Eredivisie's most expensive player of all-time, having cost Ajax €31.25 million when signing him from Spurs in 2022.