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Ajax hardcore fans celebrate 50th anniversary with fireworks in Johan Cruyff Arena

The F-side, the hardcore fan group of Ajax, celebrated their 50th anniversary with fireworks and a large banner at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam. During the event, former captain Dusan Tadic was also honored by supporters with a dedicated banner.

The F-side, which represents the dedicated core of Ajax supporters, celebrated its 50th anniversary at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam. The celebration featured a large banner and fireworks display, taking place immediately before the football match between Ajax and NEC. This event followed a series of smaller commemorations held at three of Ajax's historical home stadiums the previous week to mark the exact milestone date.

During the same evening, former Ajax captain Dusan Tadic received a warm tribute from the fans despite currently playing for NEC. A banner displaying the message 'once our captain, always one of us' honored the player who spent five seasons in Amsterdam. Tadic expressed deep admiration for his former club, noting that Ajax remains his standard in football, although he acknowledged the professional challenge of transitioning to a squad with a different level of player quality.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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