READ MORE: Paul Merson says Liverpool have failed to do one crucial thing three games into the seasonĪfter being handed a comparatively less foreboding group draw in the competition, compared to the so-called ‘group of death’ last term, this time around, there has to be a real optimism at the club of our chances of making it to the knockout stages once again and challenging for the title once again.Ī significant improvement in performance will be required for us to repeat our feat of a perfect set of results in the group stage this season, of course.Ī visit from newly-promoted Bournemouth would represent our best chance to silence the club’s internal and external critics and turn expectations around on what Liverpool can achieve. OR on Twitter with the FCA’s one-click Twitter link with: I am voting for for #BestClubContentCreator (Premier League) Curtis Jones secured a 1-0 win for Liverpool in the Reds’ last meeting with Ajax VOTE for Empire of the Kop as Best Club Content Creator (Premier League) here: Football Content Awards The Merseysiders last secured two victories at Anfield and the Johan Cruijff Arena in their prior group stage encounters with the Dutch champions – a European campaign that was ended by Real Madrid in the knockout stages. It’s looking like Liverpool are favourites to go through.” Van der Sar has resigned from his role as Ajaxs chief executive after the Dutch giants finished third in the Eredivisie, missing out on Champions League qualification for the first time since 2009. “Two years ago we played Liverpool in the group stage and it was during COVID so the fan were very disappointed they couldn’t go to Anfield. Van der Sar was airlifted to a hospital and was subsequently placed under intensive care. “I think for the fans it’s fantastic,” Ajax’s chief executive told UEFA (via the Echo). Updated: 09:46 Editorji News Desk Tap to unmute / Loaded 0 Manchester United and Ajax legend Edwin Van Der Sar has suffered a cerebral haemorrhage whilst on a holiday in Croatia’s Split. Qualifying Highlights 2023 British Grand Prix. Van der Sar played 130 times for the Netherlands and for a spell was the nation's most-capped player.Supporters were prevented from attending the last clash between the two sides at L4 in 2020/21 due to the restrictions in place in response to the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Subscribe to Sky Sports News: van der Sar is in intensive care after suffering bleeding around his brain. United, though, suffered defeat to Barcelona in both the 2009 Champions League final and again at Wembley in 2011, after which Van der Sar retired. Van der Sar made 266 appearances for the Red Devils and helped them to win four Premier League titles and the 2008 Champions League. That is why I have decided to resign."Īfter more than 200 appearances for Ajax and European success as part of Louis van Gaal's side, the Dutch 'keeper moved to Juventus, before signing with Fulham in 2001.Ī switch to Old Trafford followed four years later, which also saw Van der Sar win the League Cup twice and the 2008 FIFA Club World Cup. 'Edwin van der Sar will remain in intensive care for the time being,' said a statement by Ajax, where the Dutchman was chief executive until the end of last season. "It doesn't feel good to take decisions about the future of this wonderful club in the coming period. "I feel the need to take some distance, to get some rest, and to do other things," he said on Twitter at the end of May. Open Privacy Optionsįollowing a disappointing campaign, the club finishing third in the Eredivisie and missing out on Champions League qualification, Van der Sar announced he would be stepping down from his role after almost 11 years on the club's board. Twitter Due to your consent preferences, you’re not able to view this. Story Highlights Manchester Utd keeper Edwin van der Sar wants to avoid more Rome anguish Dutchman was in Ajax side beaten by Juventus in Champions League.
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