NAC Breda vs Jong Ajax - Eerste Divisie

When NAC Breda and Jong Ajax clash at the home ground on August 22, 2026, the stakes extend well beyond a single result — this is a Eerste Divisie fixture that carries real weight for both clubs. Jorge Salinas is of interest to Manchester United(Image: 2024 Soccrates Images B.V.) United are one of several Premier League clubs weighing up whether to meet Bologna’s €25m (£21.7m) valuation for Jhon Lucumi, according to Corriere di Bologna.

A glance at the Eerste Divisie table tells the story: NAC Breda in 13th and Jong Ajax in 18th, with positions to defend and places to climb. The hosts have found wins hard to come by, LLDWL across their last five telling the story of a win rate of 0%. Jong Ajax are searching for answers away from home, LLWDW over their last five with a campaign win rate of 0%. The contrast in attacking output — 0 versus 0 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. That result ended the European giants' 14-game unbeaten run in the competition, as Fede Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga and Jude Bellingham were contained by an "incredible" performance from a player barely anyone outside of France had heard of.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both NAC Breda and Jong Ajax have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. Tottenham have changed their approach and are spending big on players who already know the Premier League.

All eyes will be on the league's leading marksman J. N'djoli, whose 10 goals this season make him the standout threat and a player capable of deciding the outcome on his own. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. They were decent at the back, not bad up front - especially when Harry Kane and Dejan Kulusevski were there - but never had a dominant midfielder.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. On balance, NAC Breda look well-placed to claim all three points, and a 2-1 home win would not come as a surprise. Whatever the outcome, the Eerste Divisie fixture promises a meaningful contest with real implications for both clubs. Fulham's Antonee Robinson could be one of those, who would likely be a cheaper alternative to Hall, who has just enjoyed a breakout season with the Magpies.