Sports News of Sunday, 5 May 2024

Source: footballghana.com

Brian Brobbey on target for Ajax in heavy win over FC Volendam

Ajax star, Brian Brobbey Ajax star, Brian Brobbey

Brian Brobbey, the Dutch-born Ghanaian striker, delivered a standout performance, aiding Ajax in clinching a crucial away win against FC Volendam on Sunday.

The 22-year-old forward played for 81 minutes, contributing to his team's 4-1 triumph at the Kras Stadion, marking a return to form for Ajax.

Brobbey has been a key figure for the Dutch powerhouse this season, consistently finding the back of the net.

Ajax initiated the scoring 25 minutes into the match with a goal from Dutch international Kenneth Taylor, giving the visitors a lead at halftime.

Ajax continued their dominant display, netting three additional goals in the second half to ensure a comprehensive victory.

England's Chuba Akpom widened the lead in the 59th minute, followed by Brobbey's third goal for Ajax in the 70th minute.

Taylor then scored again seven minutes later, securing his double and further extending Ajax's lead.

FC Volendam managed to score a consolation goal through Benaissa Benamar at the 80-minute mark, but the match concluded with a 4-1 victory for Ajax.

Brobbey has been instrumental for Ajax throughout the season, scoring 17 goals and providing 9 assists in 27 games in the Dutch Eredivisie, underscoring his importance to the team's offensive lineup