Jong Ajax vs Roda - Eerste Divisie

When Jong Ajax and Roda clash at the home ground on September 18, 2026, the stakes extend well beyond a single result — this is a Eerste Divisie fixture that carries real weight for both clubs. Enzo Maresca verdict on Michael Carrick and Manchester United fixture issue - 'you need to adapt'.

The standings paint a clear picture: Jong Ajax in 18th, Roda in 14th, and both keen to climb. The hosts have found wins hard to come by, LLWDW across their last five telling the story of a win rate of 0%. Roda are in the midst of a slump, WDDWW over their last five and a paltry win rate of 0% summing up their struggles. Where Jong Ajax have leaned on defensive discipline, Roda have often taken the initiative going forward, and that stylistic difference should shape the contest. Inter want to sign Curtis Jones, but as things stand their valuation falls well short of Liverpool's, especially in a market when other Premier League proven players in his position have moved for such big fees.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both Jong Ajax and Roda have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. That radar allows City to retain control, momentum and possession in games, pinning opponents back in the tempered style Guardiola favoured.

The fixture features no shortage of talent, and the league's top marksman J. N'djoli — 10 goals this term — will be one to watch. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. Leny Yoro believes Manchester United can win the Premier League(Image: Manchester United via Getty Images) Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has offered Juventus an 'initial yes', per Gazzetta dello Sport.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. Roda look well-equipped to take the points on the road, with a 1-2 victory well within their reach. Whatever the outcome, the Eerste Divisie fixture promises a meaningful contest with real implications for both clubs. A more central role appears likely given the sale of Youri Tielemans to Manchester United and the anterior cruciate ligament injury suffered by Amadou Onana at the World Cup.