Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round Ajax-Rapid Vienna

[Orange14]

The draw was made for the third qualifying round today and Ajax got a favorable draw, playing Rapid Vienna. The date has not been established yet for the two round match but first game is in less than two weeks with the return leg a week later.

[afcajax73]

good draw, i might try and get to this game if possible....

My grandad (sadly passed away a few years ago) played both for and against Rapid Vienna during his youth footballing days, both during and after the war. I've always said id like to go see them, so what better time?!

[Rooie]

Andre Onana has been called up for Vienna, because of a slight calf muscle injury for Cillessen. Call me paranoid, but I don't believe it...

[SPL]

British press now seem to think de Gea will stay.My Man u mate who is a season ticket holder also tells me not to worry,de Gea will stay.

[Orange14]

There was doubt about Fischer's fitness but he is in the match day squad. Younes is out because of a thigh bruise.

Ajax have registered Cerny, Murcic, van de Beek and Savastano from the youth group for possible CL action this year.

[Tom_]

Excited for the season to be starting again. After 2.5 seasons of rubbish from Ajax they owe us at least a whole season of top shelf football. It was a tough call but I'm going to miss (most) of the away leg playing 5-a-side but I'll keep my fingers crossed for a big win!

[Dave the mac]

I thought it was only 1.5 yrs of crap football.

Anyway I'm, as always, also very excited about the new season! Qualifying for Champions League play is huge for Ajax. De Boer himself has said this may be the most important game of the season.

I hope to be able to watch it.

[Cruijff]

Excited for the season to be starting again. After 2.5 seasons of rubbish from Ajax they owe us at least a whole season of top shelf football. It was a tough call but I'm going to miss (most) of the away leg playing 5-a-side but I'll keep my fingers crossed for a big win!

Yes these are interesting matches.

I'm convinced that when last years squad would have played 4 Champions League qualifications games we would have had a much better start of the season.

The Dutch website NU.nl is broadcasting the game for free if you register here. Perhaps you guys can try if it works abroad too.

[Dave the mac]

Thanks for the tip Cruijff. Nice to have another option!

I've posted this before but for us in the States ngsn.com carries all the Eredivisie matches. It is a pay site but it's less than a pint at the pub a month. Lots of other, lesser, leagues as well.

[Tom_]

Thanks Cruijff! I think it will still be on SBS6.nl though, right? I hope so, because I have smart DNS access to SBS6 but not NU.nl and the internet here is far too slow for VPN!!!

[Dave the mac]

Under way in Vienna, both clubs very defensive....

[Orange14]

Dreadful play until Sinkgraven makes it happen. Nice pass to Klassen who puts it away!

[King Litti]

Just lovely. Very calm by Sinkgraven. Didn't hesitate and found Klaassen unmarked inside the box.

[Van basten]

Pass the ball el Ghazi!

[Dave the mac]

Klaassen 0-1

[Dave the mac]

Almost 0-2 there! Nice work from El Ghazi!

[King Litti]

Damn, we should be two up. Hope the bad finishing won't bite us in the ass. Two away goals sure would be nice to take back to Amsterdam

[Dave the mac]

A couple more really good chances!! Comon.

[Orange14]

Klassen on two now. Nice goal that surprised everyone.

[Dave the mac]

Klaassen again for the 0-2 YES!

[Orange14]

After a terrible first 25 minutes filled with backpasses, the club came to life. Two nice goals from Klassen with the assist from Sinkgrven on the first and Milik on the second. By all rights club should have had at least one more. el Ghazi was in and had a poor shot on goal and Sinkgraven couldn't put the ball on net after a nice pass from el Ghazi.

Lots of rain on the pitch and maybe that's why Fischer is not playing. Sinkgraven is on the wing and has been one of the most effective players. Tete had some rocky moments in the opening minutes but did better. Let's get another goal and keep a clean sheet and put this one to bed.

[Orange14]

Horrible two footed tackle on Riedewald. Vienna down to 10 players.

[Van basten]

Retarded moron could brake both legs for Riedewald. Hope he's ok.

[Dave the mac]

Rapid down to 10 men now. 2nd insane challenge from that guy....

[Tom_]

Anyone have a stream? Can't get on nu.nl or SBS6.nl...