Ajax Squanders 2-0 Lead to Draw 2-2 Against Heerenveen with Israeli Glouch Active

On August 16, 2026, Israeli player Oscar Glouch returned to Ajax's starting lineup and played effectively for 65 minutes before being substituted. Despite his active involvement and several chances created, Ajax lost a 2-0 lead to settle for a 2-2 draw against Heerenveen in Amsterdam. The match began with an own goal by Brent Kallverboor, Heerenveen's goalkeeper, in the 7th minute, followed by a spectacular goal from 17-year-old Abdallah Ouzan in the 33rd minute, giving Ajax a strong advantage.

However, just before halftime, Heerenveen's Jacob Transkew scored a beautiful goal to reduce the deficit to 2-1. Later, in the 82nd minute, Maxence Roura equalized, finalizing the score. Glouch was dangerous throughout the match and provided a key pass to Kasper Dolberg, who failed to convert the opportunity. After two rounds, Ajax has accumulated four points. Glouch hopes to improve his personal statistics in the upcoming match against Telstar, before facing Sion in the Conference League playoffs.